Cassena Care At New Britain

66 Clinic Drive, New Britain, CT 06051

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

4 from 1 review
Skilled Nursing Facility

Overall Review

Pros

  • pro The care at Cassena Care at New Britain is excellent.
  • pro Residents show improvement compared to other facilities.
  • pro The food served is better than that of many other nursing homes.
  • pro The facility is very clean and well-maintained.
  • pro The staff is efficient, kind, and nice to residents.

Cons

  • pro The facility is not beautiful and lacks attractiveness due to being an older nursing home.
  • pro The aesthetic appeal of Cassena Care at New Britain is subpar compared to other places.
  • pro While the care is excellent, the environment does not match that quality in terms of design or appeal.

Review

Cassena Care at New Britain presents a nuanced perspective on elder care, blending practicality and compassion within the framework of an older nursing home. The facility, while not winning any architectural beauty contests or resembling the more modern, glitzy alternatives found in the realm of senior living, compensates for its age with a strong commitment to quality care. For many families seeking assurance that their loved ones are being cared for in a safe and nurturing environment, this is what truly matters.

The experience shared by one family member highlights the positive feedback regarding the level of care provided at Cassena Care. Observations indicate that staff members maintain high professionalism and efficiency while also offering kindness and warmth toward residents. This combination of attributes fosters not only physical well-being but emotional support as well, which is crucial in long-term care settings where residents often grapple with loneliness and health challenges. Such compassionate caregiving can create a welcoming atmosphere that transcends the home's aesthetic shortcomings.

Particularly noteworthy is how patients fare once they transition into this facility. It was mentioned that the reviewer’s sister has shown marked improvement compared to her experiences at another nursing home. This suggests that Cassena Care may have effective programs and practices in place that contribute positively to residents’ health outcomes. Families want to see their loved ones thrive; therefore, when a relative shows tangible progress under new care, it speaks volumes about the quality of services offered by the facility.

In addition to exceptional medical attention, nutrition plays a critical role in overall health—something Cassena Care does not overlook. Reviewers commented on the food quality being considerably better than what might typically be found in other facilities known for bland meals. As culinary satisfaction can significantly impact mood and appetite among elderly individuals, having access to enjoyable meals can enhance overall wellness and comfort within such living arrangements.

While aesthetics might draw some people towards newer facilities with more modern designs, Cassena Care stands firm on its cleanliness and organization despite its age. A clean environment is non-negotiable when it comes to healthcare facilities; it reduces infection risks and promotes general well-being among residents. In an older nursing home setting like this one, maintaining rigorous sanitation protocols is vital for keeping both staff and residents healthy.

Ultimately, choosing a nursing home involves weighing various factors—including care quality, staff demeanor, food offerings, cleanliness—that affect both patients' physical health and emotional state. While Cassena Care at New Britain may not boast state-of-the-art architecture or dazzling interiors typical of newer homes, its dedication to providing excellent care has proven effective for residents like the reviewer’s sister who have benefitted from their attentive service. Therefore, this institution underscores an important truth: sometimes substance over style is precisely what families need when selecting a place for their loved ones' elder care needs.

Features

Housing

  • 90 resident community capacity 90 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 Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

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

Description

Cassena Care At New Britain is an assisted living community located in New Britain, CT. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure the comfort and well-being of our residents.

For our residents' convenience and enjoyment, we provide a beauty salon where they can get pampered, as well as cable or satellite TV in their fully furnished apartments. Community-operated transportation is available to help residents with their daily errands or appointments. We also have a computer center for those who want to stay connected and a small library for reading enthusiasts.

Mealtimes are a highlight at Cassena Care At New Britain, with restaurant-style dining provided in our dining room. Special dietary restrictions are accommodated to ensure that each resident's needs are met. Our kitchenettes in the apartments allow for light meal preparation if desired.

We understand the importance of staying active, so we offer a fitness room and wellness center for exercise and maintaining physical health. There is also a gaming room for leisure activities and outdoor space for enjoying fresh air and nature.

Our care services include 24-hour call systems and supervision to ensure the safety of our residents. Assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and transfers is provided by our dedicated staff members. Medication management is also offered to ensure that medications are taken properly.

At Cassena Care At New Britain, we value social engagement and offer various activities for our residents to enjoy. Concierge services are available to assist with planning day trips or coordinating resident-run activities. Scheduled daily activities keep our residents entertained and engaged.

The location of our community is ideal, with several nearby amenities including cafes, parks, pharmacies, restaurants, theaters, hospitals, and transportation options. This allows easy access to necessary services or entertainment opportunities.

Cassena Care At New Britain provides a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors needing assistance with daily activities. With extensive amenities, care services, delicious meals, and engaging activities, we strive to make each resident's stay enjoyable and fulfilling.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Grove Hill Medical Center (0.1 miles)
  • Vealechristopher, Macgilpin Douglas, Siracojohn, & Harveyrichard, Verrisimo Ana (4.6 miles)
  • Lexington Cardiology Associates (4.9 miles)
  • Pinnacle Men's Health of Hartford (5 miles)
  • Umashanker Devika MD - Tallwood Men's Health (5.3 miles)
  • Consulting Ophthalmologists (5.4 miles)
  • Starling Physicians: Dermatology (5.6 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (1.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Provision State Coffee (1.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (2.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.6 miles)
  • Aroma Joe's (7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (7.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Whole Donut (2.1 miles)
  • Stew Leonard's (2.9 miles)
  • Plaza Azteca (3.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.4 miles)
  • J Timothy's Taverne (3.8 miles)
  • McDonald's (4.2 miles)
  • Casa Mia at the Hawthorne (4.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Picture Show at Berlin (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut Cancer Center (2.6 miles)
  • Newington Veterans Hospital (4.5 miles)
  • Hospital Of Central Connecticut At Bradley Memorial (5.9 miles)
  • Family Birthing Center (7 miles)
  • MidState Medical Center (7 miles)

Parks

  • Stanley Quarter Park (3.3 miles)
  • Sage Park (3.5 miles)
  • Mill Pond Park (4.3 miles)
  • Norton Park (4.8 miles)
  • Maxwell Park (5.3 miles)
  • Wolcott Park (6.2 miles)
  • Hubbard Park (7.3 miles)

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