The Residence at Selleck's Woods
$6,690 – $16,120/mo
Starting price
Memory Care
Care types
Private, Studio, 1 Bedroom
Room options
Yes
Wheelchair access
About The Residence at Selleck's Woods
The Residence at Selleck's Woods sets itself apart with its comprehensive assisted living and memory care services nestled in Darien's downtown area. Residents benefit from a seven-tier customizable care menu and the innovative S.H.I.E.L.D. wellness program, promoting daily health and engagement. The community features private and studio apartments with modern comforts, including gourmet dining options and a wide range of amenities such as a fitness center, movie theater, spa, and walking trails through the adjacent 48-acre nature preserve. Staff members are recognized for their dedication, attentiveness, and personalized support, helping residents feel connected and valued in a lively, close-knit environment.
Our Care Approach
The Residence at Selleck's Woods employs a highly customizable care model, including nursing, medication management, and memory care tailored to individual needs. The S.H.I.E.L.D. program supports daily wellness, while staff demonstrate dedication to resident engagement and comfort. Some feedback suggests room for enhanced dementia-specific staff training.
Family Experience
Families report positive experiences with clear, prompt communication from leadership and staff. They value the personalized attention their loved ones receive and appreciate the support during transitions, such as moves into memory care. Visitors note a respectful, friendly environment that helps ease family concerns.
Care & Services
Services and care programs available at The Residence at Selleck's Woods.
Medical Care Services
Includes nursing care, medication management, and health monitoring with overnight nursing available.
Personal Care Services
Assistance with activities of daily living such as mobility support, hygiene, and meal preparation.
Specialized Care
Memory care services with a dedicated unit and programming designed for residents with dementia.
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Living Environment
Cleanliness & Maintenance
The facility is well-maintained and clean, with staff like operations/maintenance going above and beyond to prepare apartments and ensure comfort before move-in.
Atmosphere & Community Feel
The atmosphere is welcoming and engaging, fostering strong social connections among residents and staff, with a sense of family and community emphasized in reviews.
Safety & Security
Safety is a priority with 24-hour staffing, emergency alert systems, and attentive care, providing families peace of mind regarding their loved ones' well-being.
Amenities
Reviews
Based on 40 reviews
Reviews overwhelmingly praise the attentive and compassionate staff, highlighting their responsiveness and personalized care. Families appreciate the smooth transitions and the community's welcoming atmosphere. Some concerns were raised about staff training related to early dementia care and specific external service providers, but these are isolated compared to the many positive experiences shared.
- Staff are caring, responsive, and go above and beyond to support residents
- The Director and operations team are praised for their helpfulness and communication
- The community offers varied, thoughtfully planned activities and excellent dining
- Some staff showed frustration with residents experiencing early dementia
- Concerns about the approach to medication management in early dementia cases
- External dental services were described as uncaring and overpriced
E.B.A. R
SW is overall a good option for senior care and assisted living. The staff is as a whole nice and caring. The one issue we had was when our parent was experiencing early dementia and the head nurse became involved. Sellecks could do a better job training the whole staff, not just the memory care staff on patience and understanding with early dementia. One waiter would get frustrated w/our parent, but a couple were understanding and would joke with them. Our parent was not ready for memory care but the head nurse threatened to medicate them with "a benzo" if there were any behavior issues. Benzo's are contraindicated for dementia, can exacerbate and accelerate the condition. Thankfully we had a wonderful geriatrician who was ready to fight for our parent and offered to talk to head nurse about what to do and what not to do and explain to her that memory care was not appropriate for the stage of dementia they were in. It's a cautionary tale for anyone dealing with a place like Selleck's. Private doctors should help guide you in dealing with treatment of your parent, not anyone on staff at the Residence. Another recommendation for anyone, is do not take your loved one to see the dentist who travels to Selleck's. They were uncaring, not thorough, and offered unnecessary, over-priced treatments. There was one woman in a wheelchair with advanced dementia without anyone to advocate for her during the visit. I think someone at least from Sellecks should have stayed with her if a family member could not be present.
Rita Faucher
I was visiting a residence and thoroughly loved seeing the facility. It really meets many needs for the residents.
Irene Huerta
I want to say what a wonderful experience it is working with the Director, Lidia Ayala, at this facility. She is always quick to respond and offers her help with anything I need for my mother-in-law, who has been at the facility for almost 2 years. Today it was paperwork for the VA for which I had 1 day’s notice. Lidia made it happen and I can’t thank her enough.
11 more residents rated this community with an average of 4.5 stars
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Pricing
$6,690 – $16,120/mo
Pricing varies by room type, care level, and services selected.
Available Room Types
Value Consideration
With monthly costs ranging from $6,690 to $16,120, the community offers competitive pricing below the Darien area average. The extensive amenities, personalized care options, and high staff engagement contribute to a strong value proposition for families seeking quality assisted living and memory care.
Location & Neighborhood
About the Area
Located in Darien Downtown, The Residence at Selleck's Woods benefits from proximity to retail, dining, and medical services. The community is adjacent to a large nature preserve offering walking trails, blending urban convenience with access to outdoor recreation. Its location also provides easy connections to New York City via major highways and regional rail.
Nearby Attractions
- Selleck's Woods Nature Preserve
- Donuts Delight Café
- Congregation Agudath Sholom
Public Transportation
- Regional Amtrak service
- Metro-North rail service
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