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Newington Rapid Recovery Rehab Center in Newington, CT

Newington Rapid Recovery Rehab Center is a nursing home community in Newington, CT.

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Newington Rapid Recovery Rehab Center in Newington, CT

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240 Church Street, Newington, CT 06111

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

3.7 from 112 reviews
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4 stars
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3 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of Newington Rapid Recovery Rehab Center

common 2 reviews mention this

Memory care is described as locked

Residents mention a secured locked memory-care setup for safety.

One reviewer describes being told placement options depend on moving someone into a secured locked unit due to elopement risk. Another reviewer mentions their loved one being in the memory care unit and describes them as generally content. The community also offers support around special dietary restrictions, which tends to matter in memory-care transitions.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Family communication feels unreliable

Several reviews describe trouble reaching loved ones or getting timely updates.

Some reviewers report being unable to contact their family member by phone, including situations where phone access or responses were not happening as expected. Others describe extended periods without communication, such as not being able to reach a loved one during a holiday. A separate concern is that families felt they were not kept informed about injuries and what was happening. While the community offers a 24-hour call system and 24-hour supervision in its care services, reviews still point to gaps in follow-through for families.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Staffing levels draw the most criticism

Multiple reviews say staffing is too thin for residents’ needs.

Several reviewers describe staffing shortages that affect care—ranging from needing to advocate for attention to delays for basic help. One reviewer specifically mentions long waits to get an aide or help, including being left in clothing too long. Another describes being chronically understaffed and unable to get help such as bathing in the rehab setting. Even with 24-hour call support listed in care services, residents and families still report that the workforce on-site is stretched.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Food quality is a recurring concern

Reviews repeatedly question the quality of meals and kitchen support.

Some reviews call the food “awful” or “disgusting,” and a few describe meals that did not meet expectations. Another reviewer asks for improved kitchen staffing and better food quality. The community does offer restaurant-style dining and provides diet support such as diabetes diet and special dietary restrictions, but reviews still reflect dissatisfaction with day-to-day meal quality. If dining consistency is important to you, it may be worth asking how meals are handled for specific needs.

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Features

Housing

  • 180 resident community capacity 180 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 (19 miles away) Bradley International (19 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 Newington, Connecticut offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to senior living. With numerous pharmacies in close proximity, accessing necessary medications and healthcare supplies is convenient. The presence of reputable hospitals and physicians within a few miles ensures quality medical care is easily accessible. Additionally, the abundance of cafes and restaurants provide opportunities for socializing and enjoying meals outside of the home. Nearby parks offer spaces for leisurely walks or outdoor activities, while the local theater provides entertainment options. Overall, this area provides a well-rounded environment for seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to live.

Restaurants

  • Plaza Azteca (0.9 miles)
  • Stew Leonard's (1 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.1 miles)
  • Whole Donut (2.8 miles)
  • Salute (3 miles)
  • Carbone's Prime (3.3 miles)
  • Tavern on 3 (3.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Provision State Coffee (2.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (6.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)

Parks

  • Mill Pond Park (2 miles)
  • Maxwell Park (2.6 miles)
  • Stanley Quarter Park (2.9 miles)
  • Sage Park (4 miles)
  • Wolcott Park (4.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Newington Veterans Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • The Hospital of Central Connecticut Cancer Center (4.5 miles)
  • Infectious Disease Division (6.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Picture Show at Berlin (2.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Amtrak (2.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Vealechristopher, Macgilpin Douglas, Siracojohn, & Harveyrichard, Verrisimo Ana (2.6 miles)
  • Grove Hill Medical Center (2.9 miles)
  • Lexington Cardiology Associates (3 miles)
  • Bhawani S Ojha (3.1 miles)
  • Starling Physicians: Dermatology (3.5 miles)
  • Ct Hair & Transplant Group (4.4 miles)
  • LasikPlus Vision Center (4.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Jehovah's Witnesses (5.2 miles)

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