Benchmark Senior Living At Hamden
$3,299 – $5,100/mo
Starting price
Memory Care
Care types
Shared, Studio, 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom, Private
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About Benchmark Senior Living At Hamden
Benchmark Senior Living At Hamden provides a peaceful setting with wooded surroundings and mountain views that create a calming atmosphere for residents. This community specializes in assisted living and memory care, with 24/7 staff support tailored to individual needs. Spacious apartments range from studios to two-bedroom units, many featuring private bathrooms and kitchenettes. Residents engage in a variety of activities including arts and crafts, fitness classes, and movie nights, supported by amenities like a library, fitness room, barber/salon, and walking paths. Pet-friendly policies and beautifully landscaped gardens add to the homelike environment. Families appreciate the attentive care and social opportunities that help residents stay connected and active.
Our Care Approach
The community emphasizes personalized, needs-based care with 24-hour supervision and specialized memory care. Staff are trained to accommodate individual preferences and cognitive challenges, creating a supportive environment that respects residents’ dignity and autonomy.
Family Experience
Families generally experience responsive communication and appreciate the staff’s attentiveness and support. Visits are enhanced by private dining rooms and a welcoming environment that encourages social engagement. Some families have expressed concerns about housekeeping and timely assistance but value the overall care and community spirit.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at Benchmark Senior Living At Hamden.
Medical Care Services
Includes nursing care, medication management, health monitoring, and coordination with healthcare providers available 24/7.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with daily living activities such as mobility support, personal hygiene, meal preparation, and housekeeping services.
Specialized Care
Dedicated memory care unit with staff trained to support residents with cognitive impairments and tailored activities to enrich mind and spirit.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
While some reviews commend the facility as well maintained, others report recent declines in housekeeping quality, particularly in memory care bathrooms and common areas, possibly linked to ongoing construction.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
The community fosters a social and engaging atmosphere with diverse activities, resident-run programs, and spaces like a library and fitness room that encourage interaction and active lifestyles.
Safety & Security
Benchmark provides 24/7 supervision and emergency alert systems, ensuring residents receive timely assistance, although some reviews mention occasional delays in nurse response.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 31 reviews
Reviews highlight caring and responsive staff, especially in memory care, with many families expressing gratitude for the personalized attention their loved ones receive. However, some concerns about housekeeping quality and cleanliness, particularly in memory care bathrooms, appear in multiple reviews. Overall, residents and families value the social activities and the community’s supportive environment despite some maintenance issues.
- Caring and professional staff who support residents’ needs
- Engaging social activities that foster resident interaction
- Memory care staff making thoughtful accommodations for residents
- Housekeeping quality, especially in memory care areas, is inconsistent
- Delays in nurse response times for assistance requests
- Cleanliness concerns in bathrooms and common areas during construction
Barry Rains
Great place with caring staff! One of the best in the area
Debby Marasco
This place is dirty. When I see someone saying it well maintained I laugh. Yes they are under construction. Before that the walls lobby was dirty. Still is. Took my mother out recently. The housekeeping is bad in the last two months.
Erasma Lopez
House keeping very bad.
8 more residents rated this community with an average of 4.8 stars
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Pricing
$3,299 – $5,100/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly costs starting at $3,299—below the local average—and a wide range of services including memory care, housekeeping, and social programs, Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden offers a competitive value. Some housekeeping concerns may affect perceived value, but the comprehensive care and amenities support a well-rounded senior living experience.
Location & Neighborhood
35 Hamden Hills Dr, Hamden, CT 06518
Get DirectionsAbout the Area
Located in Hamden, Connecticut, Benchmark Senior Living at Hamden sits in a quiet, wooded area with scenic mountain views. The neighborhood provides a tranquil setting close to essential services like pharmacies and medical specialists, with easy access to local shops, dining, and recreational areas.
Nearby Attractions
- Sleeping Giant State Park
- Connecticut Orthopedic Specialists PC
- Kaiydens Coffee
Public Transportation
- Local bus routes serving Hamden
- Complimentary transportation services provided by the community
Questions & Answers
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