My husband and I have both of my parents plus his Father all living at Spring Meadows. They've all…read morebeen there several years now, and it's been a great place for the 3 of them to live. My Father in law has an apartment in Independent Living while both of my parents now live in the Memory Care unit. So we've experienced two different levels of need based care. I've found that the Spring Meadows staffers are very good. The nurses, the aids and even dining room staff really seem to care about the residents and try to make the difference to keep them engaged and make sure they're well cared for. I'll also add that the office staff and the general manager coordinate very well with us, the family members, to help with the details involved of having an aging parent who needs the assistance of this kind of facility. They are always helpful and respond promptly if I call with questions or requests. It's been a blessing to have my parents be able to live at Spring Meadows and get the good care that they need.

My parents have been residents at Spring Meadows for about two months and are very happy there…read more The facility is clean, the staff is kind and caring and there is a family atmosphere there. My parents enjoy the food as well as the activities which keep them busy. The nurses are collaborative and very helpful. George Dewey, marketing director, helped make the transition smooth for them and has really been instrumental in making it all happen. My sister and I feel very blessed to have found the perfect place for our parents to spend the last years of their lives!

My parents were determined to live in their big, old house as long as possible and they did, well…read moreinto their 90s. My mother's sudden illness and my father's ongoing decrease in mobility created the situation that they could no longer live in a multi story house independently. We were so fortunate that they had looked into Brightview on New Canaan a month or so before my mother's illness. Within two weeks of the decision to move, and a week after my mother's return from the hospital, they were moved into a bright and sunny 2 bedroom apartment at Brightview. It was an emotional roller coaster for them and it took a team approach by the rest of the family to get all the furniture and their belongings moved in. The staff at Brightview are incredible and make sure that my parents feel valued and are safe and happy. Michele was indispensable in making the transition as smooth as possible. While my parents miss their house and all the living that went on it for 57 years, they now call Brightview their home. They have been there about a month. On my recent visit, I took them around town on errands. Upon return to Brightview and entering their apartment each time, they're expressions were of familiarity and contentment. They were home. We highly recommend Brightview on New Canaan as a loving place to live.

Well appointed, well cleaned place with good food. Lately( august 2022) staffing is getting…read morestraightened out. Friendly caring staff and nice residents make for a very comfortable stay.

Friends that live in Senior Citizens Communities aren't dead yet! Some go out for a drink at my…read morelocal hangout next door! They keep up even at 100 years old. I should be that lucky!! Don't stereotype humans because of their age. Get to know some. You may be surprised what you learn and how much fun you can have!! This community is costly but offers all the services on premises that someone needs to live a full and happy life. It's right in my neighborhood. :-) Adopt a Senior!

So grateful that my mom is at this lovely, lively place. The apartment is light-filled and…read morecomfortable, the staff is great and caring, and the food is better than other reviewers have said. I appreciate Carnegie East and the activities--from Classical music appreciation to Shakespeare to Friday Happy Hour--keep my mom engaged and happy.

The staff takes exceptional care of all the residents! Highly recommend this place for anyone who…read moreneeds a retirement place in their later years! Francesca B

The staff is always courteous and professional. Wilton is a great place to live. The people who…read morelive there always seem to be happy and comfortable and confident with the atmosphere.

I never ever have written a review on Yelp, but I feel so strongly about Middlewood's of Newington…read morethat I had to take a minute to tell you about our experiences there. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and caring, I mean really caring and sweet. The food is delicious, healthy and there is plenty of it. If residents don't like food they just have to ask and another food will be made for them. There are all kinds of activities and excursions with plenty of staff to help; and they throw some of the best parties I have ever been too. Medical staff is on hand which is very helpful. My grandmother arrived and was very scared (she lived in her home over 65 years) I swear within a day or two she really started to love the place. She has made many friends. What I like best is that we don't have to worry about her. We don't have to spend the weekend, doing laundry, cleaning and help with her showering. We get to spend quality time with her. That's the best feeling in the world. The place has just upgraded the place, new carpets, new paint, new furniture everything is spotless and beautiful Kathy Braga is the Chief Fun Fairy and Director of Middlewood's. She runs a tight ship with lots of love. She makes everything run seamlessly. My grandmother has long term care insurance and they gave us so much trouble to get them to pay for my grandmothers care. Kathy dug in and we got the result we wanted they'd pay for her care. I don't believe that we would have gotten the same conclusion with out her. We love her, we love the place and we are very, very happy.

My mom has been at Middlewoods of Newington for a year now. It is very clean and well kept up and…read morethe staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are very comfortable and the hallways resemble a college dorm with small tables of knick knacks and seasonal decorations. My mom gets her hair, nails and pedicures done on the premises. Also on the premises is a geriatric doctor and psychiatrist, both of which my mom sees. There are activities every day and also a van that takes residents to doctor appointments, the store as well as field trips and Wii bowling competitions with other assisted living communities. There's something for every level of care for seniors and I am very happy to have my mom living there.

NATIONAL POTATO CHIP DAY! What a blast with kettle potato chips available all day. They were hot,…read moresalty and delicious. I had some for lunch in the Crossroads Café and with dinner at the Riverbend Grill. What are we celebrating next?

Love this place! Everyone is so kind and welcoming and my Gram is so happy here. There is not a…read moresingle place better than them. Their facility is absolutely gorgeous and the food is so yummy. I love how many activities the residents have and how there is always something for my gram to do if she wants to. I highly recommend checking this place out!

My dad (100) has lived at Brightview for almost 5 years. Everyone within the…read morecommunity:Management;Conceirge,; kitchen staff; nurses; aides; & residents have been wonderful. My dad; now is (105 3/4 yr old) has always been well-taken care of. Thse wonderful people would do anything for him.

Staff is incredibly honest and thorough. I left a brand new pair of Robert Marc sunglasses in the…read moreparking lot and their staff called me to inform me that they had found them. They refused to accept any kind of tip or thank you gift. Since they were not a prescription, anyone could have just taken them. I am incredibly grateful and impressed by their integrity.

Questionable financial operations. Less than open disclosure of entry fees, monetary investment and…read moredisposition of escrow return of original entry fees. Beware of confusing contract language.

There is a law (not sure if it's a CT law or federal) forbidding assisted-care facilities from…read moreseeking or accepting gratuities (you can see why, right?). Nevertheless a "residents' group" (supposedly -- I don't buy it, personally) solicits a large gratuity multiple times per year, and it seems that if you don't pay it (e.g., because of a fear your loved one might use up their nest egg -- this facility does not accept Medicaid), the care you and your loved one receive will be much reduced. My loved-one mentioned rough handling when being dressed, and the facility provided no condolences -- no communication of any kind whatsoever, in fact -- when she passed away, after years in residence. They did withdraw funds from her bank account a month after her passing, however, and they are not refunding it (they said they would, presumably as a stalling tactic, but no sign of it after several months). On top of that, I have reason to believe they defrauded Medicare, as well as my loved one, several months AFTER paying a $4.25 million fine because of fraudulent Medicare billing. If you take my advice, you'll stay far away from this place.

Heard great things about this place. While I have had no personal contact, it is highly recommended…read moreand highly regarded for excellent service, facilities and activities. If I did have a need I would definitely be in contact.

Incredible place-- my mother is happier here than she has been in years. Wonderful, caring staff…read morewho are authentically dedicated to the residents' wellbeing and dignity. Residents are treated like whole people. Impeccably clean, warm, inviting. This place is all about health and heart. A real gem.