Fairview in Groton, CT

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Fairview in Groton, CT

Fairview is an independent living community in Groton, CT.

Information last verified:

235 Lestertown Road, Groton, CT 06340

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.1 from 86 reviews
5 stars
51
4 stars
13
3 stars
11
2 stars
4
1 stars
7

Overall Review of Fairview

common 19 reviews mention this

Staff care is frequently praised

Residents and families frequently describe the staff as attentive and kind.

Many reviews highlight how caregivers respond to residents’ needs and treat them with patience and respect. Several families mention nurses and CNA support that feels personal, including help during rehab and long-term stays. A number of reviewers also call out communication and professionalism during visits and care coordination.

differentiator 5 reviews mention this

Meals and dining draw strong reactions

Food and dining experience come up often in resident and family feedback.

Reviews repeatedly mention that meals are tasty, varied, and satisfying, including options or adjustments when someone doesn’t like what’s served. Multiple visitors describe being able to enjoy meals and refreshments without staying solely in a room. The community also offers restaurant-style dining in its day-to-day amenities and dining setup, aligning with those comments.

common 10 reviews mention this

Cleanliness and upkeep are noted

Residents and visitors commonly comment on cleanliness and maintenance.

Several reviews describe rooms and common areas as clean and well kept, including mentions of a spotless environment and ongoing upkeep. Others add that the facility feels safe and maintained, with visible attention to cleaning. Even some positive tours focus on cleanliness and overall condition as part of the first impression.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Staffing levels are a recurring concern

A subset of reviews report understaffing and staffing problems.

Some reviewers describe short staffing or being under staffed, alongside negative experiences that led them to remove a loved one or leave quickly. A few comments also mention nursing staff behavior as part of the dissatisfaction. These reports contrast with other reviews that portray attentive care, so staffing consistency appears mixed.

common 5 reviews mention this

Activities, engagement, and views stand out

Recreation and engagement are frequently part of the positive feedback.

Residents and families mention daily activities that support both physical and cognitive engagement, with some calling recreation creative and regularly scheduled. The community also provides a wellness center and planned day trips, which fits the way residents describe structured outings and events. Multiple reviews also return to the environment and scenic water views as an everyday benefit.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • 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

  • 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

Parks

  • The Park 2 (0.1 miles)
  • Washington Park (1.4 miles)
  • Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park (1.4 miles)
  • Fort Trumbull State Park (2.2 miles)
  • Leary Park (3.2 miles)
  • Bluff Point State Park (3.2 miles)
  • Toby May Park (3.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (0.7 miles)
  • Norm's Diner (0.9 miles)
  • Five Guys Burgers & Fries (1.1 miles)
  • Olio Restaurant & Bar (1.2 miles)
  • Puffins Restaurant (1.2 miles)
  • Paul's Pasta Shop (1.3 miles)
  • Gatehouse Tavern (1.9 miles)

Physicians

  • Barri Cosmetic Laser Center (1.4 miles)
  • Seacoast Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine (1.6 miles)
  • Hutchins Christopher M MD (1.6 miles)
  • Thameside ObGyn Centre (1.6 miles)
  • Allergy Associates of New London PC (1.7 miles)
  • Oncology & Hematology Associates PC (2.2 miles)
  • Shoreline Obstetrics & Gynecology (2.2 miles)

Transportation

  • New London Union Station (1.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Muddy Waters Cafe (1.6 miles)
  • Washington Street Coffee House (1.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.4 miles)
  • Broken Yolk Cafe (3.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • Electric Boat Family Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Medicine Shoppe (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.6 miles)
  • The Pink Mermaid (2.6 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Temple Emanu-El (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lawrence Memorial Hospital (3.2 miles)
  • Pequot Health Center (3.2 miles)
  • Lawrence And Memorial Family Medicine (3.7 miles)
  • Joshua Center-Montville (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Regal Cinemas Waterford 9 (4.1 miles)

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