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Benchmark at South Farms

645 Saybrook Road, Middletown, CT

Assisted LivingMemory Care

4.346 reviewsvia A Place for Mom

About the community

About Benchmark at South Farms

Located high on a hill in the historical Middletown, Connecticut, The Village at South Farms features lavish gardens, outdoor walking areas, and plenty of panoramic valley views. Our country estate setting offers a peaceful atmosphere, along with high-quality care services. Along with our assisted living and specialized memory care services, we take pride in celebrating each individual resident and transforming lives through purposeful human connection. Overlooking the Connecticut River, Middletown offers a vibrant town overflowing with New England charm. Whether you’re looking forward to spending your days soaking in our community’s scenic views or visiting downtown Middletown for shopping, dining, and enjoying art and history, you’ll appreciate the mix of country living and city amenities. We are also close to the Middlesex Health Primary Care, Hartford HealthCare Medical Group, and Middlesex Hospital. Community Amenities and Services With assisted living, memory care, and respite care services all in one place, we offer a continuum of care designed to provide personalized support to meet your current and future care needs. Our dedicated associates are available around the clock to assist with daily living tasks, including bathing, dressing, medication assistance, and more. Our Mind & Memory program supports residents with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related memory loss by cultivating a sense of belonging and purpose, tailoring care and experiences to each individual. You can spend your morning watching the sunrise from our Southern-style veranda or enjoy a chef-prepared meal from our patio dining area while watching the sunset. Each day at our Benchmark community presents new opportunities for residents to engage their minds, bodies, and spirits how they choose. We offer our assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week as well as provide access to on-site services such as beauty and barber salon, a wellness center, multiple libraries, an ice cream parlor, scheduled transportation, and access to external care services. Living Arrangements From pet-friendly studios to two-bedroom apartments, you get to choose which floor plan best fits your needs and preferences. Each cozy apartment provides privacy for relaxing and enjoying the peaceful environment. As a Benchmark resident at The Village of South Farms, you don’t have to worry about home maintenance or chores. You can spend time focusing on the things you love. We understand the challenges that come with providing full-time care to loved ones. That’s why we provide temporary care options for families and caregivers. Through our respite care services, your loved one can enjoy all the same services and amenities as full-time residents. State Classification The Village at South Farms is an assisted living service agency (ALSA) , which in the state of Connecticut is an agency that is licensed to provide nursing services and assisted living services to residents. Connecticut Facility Inspection Reports Related: Your Complete Guide to Assisted Living Dementia Care Guide: Memory Loss Care Solutions Senior Respite Care: Short-Term Relief for Caregivers

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,980/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,805/month

Care fees not included

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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$11,000/month

Care fees not included

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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,045/month

Care fees not included

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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$5,370/month

Care fees not included

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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$5,370 observed · tracking future changes
$5,370Aug 8, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

4.3 out of 5 from 46 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Overall would recommend

They should know about [Name Removed] the guy with the heart of gold who takes us to appointments. We would be lost without him.

Response from the community

Thank you for the great review. We are so glad to hear about your experience with our community. Our dedicated associates take great pride in providing the very best experience possible and your compliments are a highlight for our team. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for choosing Benchmark at South Farms!

April 20, 2026
AnonymousApril 9, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Advise against

Did not like it. Poor communication with me, the DPOA.

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Cleanliness
2.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
1.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hello, We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your experience did not meet expectations. We strive to deliver high quality service, and continuous improvement remains a key focus for us. Your input is valuable and helps guide our efforts to enhance the experience we provide.

December 11, 2025
AnonymousNovember 11, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Review for Benchmark at South Farms

LOVE IT HERE. Best move I ever made. Not only are the people who run it are super nice but the residents I have met. I would recommend to others.

Response from the community

Hello, Thank you for the great review. We are so glad to hear about your experience with our community. Our dedicated associates take great pride in providing the very best experience possible and your compliments are a highlight for our team. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for choosing Benchmark at South Farms!

November 5, 2025
AAOctober 6, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Our Family's Experience

Administrative and office staff do not always communicate to the people providing care in the Memory Unit. Yes, we would recommend Benchmark at South Farms to other families based on the experience so far.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hello, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

August 6, 2025
AnonymousJuly 29, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Great staff

We chose The Village at South Farms because the management was very friendly and when we visited, all of the residents were smiling. Staff morale is much higher than other places.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hello, thank you for the great review. We are so glad to hear about your experience with our community. Our dedicated associates take great pride in providing the very best experience possible and your compliments are a highlight for our team. Thank you for sharing and thank you for choosing The Village at South Farms!

January 29, 2025
AnonymousJanuary 17, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Village at South Farms review

I chose this community based on ratings, feedback from people in the business, and meeting the staff. My mother is in the memory care unit. The only negative I would say is that all of her toiletries are locked up and you need to have a staff member unlock the closet. Also, my mother likes to walk and cannot walk without a staff member which can be difficult to arrange.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Response from the community

Hello, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

November 26, 2024
AnonymousOctober 17, 2024

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 8, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Pureed Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care

Services & convenience

  • Italian
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Cats Allowed
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Polish

Activities & engagement

  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Gardening Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Catholic Services
  • Dances
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Men's Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics

Outdoor spaces

  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Main Street Shops
  • Beauty Salon
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Bath Tubs
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 8, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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