How to look for an Assisted Living Facility That Works For You or Your Loved One

Pay attention to cleanliness, curb appeal, and design details

The assisted living facility you choose will be yours or your loved one’s new home. Details reveal how this home will be maintained, as well as how it may enrich yours or your loved one’s physical and mental well-being.
When you come to Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living Facility, we hope you will see how the outside reflects our inside. We are diligent about cleanliness here and hope you can see that right from the Curb Appeal outside to the inside of our building and residences! We Welcome You to Smithfield Gardens!

Get to know the caregivers and staff who provide daily support

If possible, observe one-on-one interactions between staff and residents to assess staff compassion, friendliness, and patience. You also can ask about staff accreditation and training or the Agency’s reputation that works with the facility to look after the residents living there.
If you make an appointment to come for a Tour at our Smithfield Gardens facility, we are sure you will be able to meet and talk to some of our staff that provide services to our residents here. So we look forward to having you and meeting you here at our facility.

Get a feel for the community’s culture, programming, and amenities

Choosing the right assisted living facility depends on yours or your loved one’s hobbies and personality, as well as how the community can support and engage them. Seniors who are intellectually and socially engaged generally feel happier and experience lower rates of stress and cognitive decline.
We at Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living have a great culture with our residents, staff and overall Community as can be seen here.
Additionally, there are several amenities we provide that you can also check out here, in addition to the activities programming that we have and can see an example of schedules here that we believe caters to the needs of everyone. There is always something for everyone that they can do.

Grab a bite to eat

If you get a chance to have a meal incorporated into your tour can provide an opportunity to see available cafeteria options, in addition to the communal benefit. Should you get a chance to have conversations with other residents during a dining experience, you can ask questions about their daily routines and the community. In some communities, a volunteer resident ambassador may accompany staff on tours. Find out if that is the case where you go for a tour. If not, ask the Staff Tour Guide additional questions you might have.
At Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living when you come for a tour at our facility we gladly schedule for you to have a meal, if your schedule allows so that you get a test of the food and also get a chance to answer any of your dietary or other questions you may have. This is an example of our Dining Room Menu where meals and Catering are provided by well regarded Glendale Dining Services. Please check it out. If you or your loved one had special dietary needs, just let us know and we will ensure the needs are added to their daily diet needs.

Consider accommodations and comfort

Is your aging loved one a social butterfly who would enjoy the company of a roommate or someone who prefers the privacy of their own space? Do they have a four-legged companion they’d like to bring along? There are plenty of pet-friendly assisted living communitiesto choose from, and it’s common for communities to offer a variety of room sizes and floor plans. You’ll want to take some time asking questions that give you an idea of what accommodations are available to choose the community that best fits their needs.
At Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living all the available accommodations are Private and only for you or if you are a Couple for you as a Couple. No sharing of your Apartment with someone else not part of your family.

Come prepared with key cost questions

The cost of assisted livingbecomes a major factor in the decision-making process. Determine whether the community you’re touring uses all-inclusive pricing, tiered pricing based on levels of care, a la carte pricing, or another model. Additionally, avoid sticker shock by asking about move-in fees and contract terms. Generally, a business office manager can answer these questions and address related concerns.
At Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living our accommodations cost less than market value, due to being subsidized by the state of Connecticut. Ask us more about this program if you have not yet received the information about it.

Ensure that the Care Needs Provided By The Facility Align with and Meet The Needs You or Your Loved one Needs

Choosing the right assisted living facility means selecting a community that can meet yours or your loved one’s needs as they evolve. First, verify the staff has experience managing any health conditions you or your loved one may have. Then, look toward the future: Can the community adapt if your loved one’s needs change? Reach an understanding of how often staff members reevaluate care plans.
At Smithfield Garden Assisted Living we work with The renowned Masonicare Care Agency that provides care needs from a few hours a week and increase the care hours as needs of a resident change or increase. Should you have any more questions about the type of care you or a loved one needs, do not hesitate to please let us know. We work to provide the care needs needed.

Here is a short highlight video about Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living: here.

Should you have any questions about Smithfield Gardens, know that we want to support you on this journey of your life. Feel free to send us a message to: Info@smithfieldgardens.org or call us at: 203-888-1835 and we will gladly respond to your inquiries.

Thank you for your interest in Smithfield Gardens Assisted Living and our services. We hope you or your loved one gets to Live here at the Smithfield Gardens. You will have made a great decision! We look forward to meeting you or hearing back from you.