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Autumn Lake Healthcare At Cromwell

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Cromwell is a nursing home community in Cromwell, CT.

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  • Interior

    Nurses conversing at a hospital reception desk in a clinical setting.

  • Outdoors

    A sign for a healthcare facility surrounded by trees and greenery.

  • Living Room

    A modern living room with beige sofas, an armchair, a wooden coffee table, and wall art on an orange accent wall.

  • Bedroom

    A modern hospital room with a single bed and contemporary decor.

  • Windows

    Modern dining room with a minimalist setup, featuring a table set for four near a large window.

  • Dining

    A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a small dining area.

385 Main Street, Cromwell, CT 06416

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4.4 from 116 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Autumn Lake Healthcare At Cromwell

common 35 reviews mention this

Staff care and responsiveness

Residents and families consistently describe staff as friendly, caring, and responsive.

Many reviews highlight staff who are pleasant to deal with and attentive to residents’ needs, from nurses and aides to therapists. Several families also say the staff helped during transitions into skilled nursing, with communication and support that made a stressful move feel manageable. A few negative reviews complain about staff availability and how long it takes to get help, but even those include recognition that some individual staff members are kind.

differentiator 12 reviews mention this

Skilled nursing and therapy support

Reviews repeatedly connect care outcomes to nursing and therapy support.

Residents and families describe skilled nursing care alongside physical therapy and other rehabilitation efforts, often calling out improvements and effective treatment plans. Multiple reviews mention therapists working with patients and a supportive environment in rehab and short-stay settings. One review is strongly negative about medication and basic care, while others frame nursing and therapy as a key reason they felt confident in the facility.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Dining quality varies

Food quality is mixed, with some residents reporting service issues.

Several reviews mention dining concerns, including food arriving cold and not getting the order that was requested. Other reviews describe food more positively or as decent, and at least one notes that the resident’s own cooking is preferred. Overall, dining comes up as an area where experiences aren’t consistent.

  • Modern dining room with a minimalist setup, featuring a table set for four near a large window.
  • A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and a small dining area.
caveat 3 reviews mention this

Staffing and engagement concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and responsiveness.

A few reviews describe problems like delayed call-bell response, staff not being visible, and long waits for help. One review also says there are not enough staff for the workload and that patients can feel left unengaged. While many other reviews are positive about responsiveness, these complaints stand out as recurring concerns about day-to-day staffing.

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Features

Housing

  • 175 resident community capacity 175 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Bradley International (23 miles away) Bradley International (23 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Cromwell, Connecticut offers a convenient and diverse range of amenities for seniors looking to settle down in the area. There are several restaurants within a short distance, including fast-food options like McDonald's and Burger King, as well as local establishments like Chicago Sam's and Celtic Cavern. Pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS are also easily accessible for any medical needs. In terms of healthcare, there are reputable physicians and hospitals nearby, ensuring quality care when needed. Additionally, there are cafes like Perkatory Coffee Roasters and Starbucks for relaxing outings with friends or family. Parks such as Sage Park and Maxwell Park provide opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely strolls. Overall, this part of Cromwell offers a well-rounded community with amenities suitable for seniors looking to enjoy their golden years in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (1.5 miles)
  • Chicago Sam's (1.6 miles)
  • Joe's Filling Station (1.9 miles)
  • Celtic Cavern (2.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.1 miles)
  • Burger King (3.1 miles)
  • Neil's Donuts (3.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company (1.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Middlesex Family Practice (1.7 miles)
  • Medical Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Center (2 miles)
  • Community Health Center of Middletown (2.4 miles)
  • Community Health Center (2.5 miles)
  • Open Mri of Middletown (3 miles)
  • Starling Physicians: Dermatology (3.1 miles)
  • Radiologic Associates (3.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Perkatory Coffee Roasters (2.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (6.4 miles)
  • Provision State Coffee (6.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Connecticut Valley Hospital (3.1 miles)
  • Riverview Children's Hospital (3.3 miles)
  • Middlesex Hospital Cancer Center (4.4 miles)
  • Newington Veterans Hospital (8.4 miles)

Parks

  • Sage Park (5 miles)
  • Maxwell Park (5.2 miles)
  • Mill Pond Park (7.8 miles)
  • Washington Park (8.2 miles)

Theaters

  • Picture Show at Berlin (5.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (6.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Jehovah's Witnesses (7.1 miles)

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