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St Josephs Living Center Costs & Pricing
St. Joseph's Living Center offers competitive pricing for its private rooms, with a monthly cost of $3,945 that aligns with the average rates in Windham County. This rate stands in stark contrast to the higher state average of $5,479 for similar accommodations throughout Connecticut. By positioning itself at the county level pricing while still providing quality care and services, St. Joseph's Living Center presents an attractive option for individuals seeking affordable long-term care without compromising on their needs or comfort.
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St Josephs Living Center
Windham County
Connecticut
Private
$3,945
$3,945
$5,479
Skilled Nursing Facilities with a similar price nearby
Residents describe staff as warm, caring, and responsive to individual needs.
Many reviews emphasize how residents are treated with respect and kindness, with specific praise for nursing and therapy teams. Several also mention that staff take time to answer questions, encourage participation, and make residents feel comfortable. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about the work environment, including accusations of abusive treatment and overly heavy workloads.
common4 reviews mention this
Clean facility and rooms
Residents and families notice the facility feels clean and well kept.
Multiple reviews describe the building as clean and welcoming right when you walk in. Families also mention rooms and laundry being kept fresh and tidy. These comments align with the community offering housekeeping services and well-maintained common spaces that residents can use daily.
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Food gets frequent praise
Dining is repeatedly praised as high quality and satisfying.
Reviews point to the food as a standout, with praise for the kitchen staff and for meals served during rehab and special visits. The dining experience is often paired with overall satisfaction with daily care. The community also offers dining support for special dietary restrictions and diabetes diet needs.
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Activities and rehab support
Residents describe plenty of activities and supportive therapy.
Several reviews mention daily activities and a recreation program that encourages residents to participate. Families also describe rehab experiences as positive, including therapy teams that provide hands-on support. This matches the community’s planned daily activities, fitness programs, and day trips, along with available meal preparation and assistance as part of everyday care.
caveat3 reviews mention this
Some residents report staffing issues
A few reviews report negative experiences related to staffing and how concerns were handled.
While many reviews describe attentive care, a few raise serious concerns about the work environment and resident call-response. Those negative reviews also allege harassment by supervisors after reporting problems and describe the facility as understaffed or mismanaged. These complaints stand in contrast to the community’s documented availability of nursing support and 24-hour supervision, so it may be worth asking how staffing coverage works in practice for the specific unit and schedule.
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Features
Housing
120 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Skilled Nursing Facility
Amenities
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Community operated transportation
Transportation arrangement
Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Care Services
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Concierge services
Fitness programs
Planned day trips
Resident-run activities
Scheduled daily activities
Nearby Places of Interest
Parks
Rec Park (0.4 miles)
Mansfield Hollow State Park (3.3 miles)
Lisbon Meadows Park (11.8 miles)
Taftville Playground (12.2 miles)
Gay City State Park (13.3 miles)
River Road Athletic Complex (13.9 miles)
Physicians
Windham Pediatrics (1.3 miles)
Eastern Connecticut Ear Nose & Throat PC (1.7 miles)
Windham Medical Group PC (1.8 miles)
The Foot Group (1.8 miles)
Mansfield Ob Gyn Associates (1.8 miles)
Hartford Healthcare Medical Group (1.8 miles)
Connecticut Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center PC (1.9 miles)
St. Joseph's Living Center offers competitive pricing for its private rooms, with a monthly cost of $3,945 that aligns with the average rates in Windham County. This rate stands in stark contrast to the higher state average of $5,479 for similar accommodations throughout Connecticut. By positioning itself at the county level pricing while still providing quality care and services, St. Joseph's Living Center presents an attractive option for individuals seeking affordable long-term care without compromising on their needs or comfort.
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120 resident community capacity
Skilled Nursing Facility
Air-conditioning
Beauty salon
Cable or satellite TV
Computer center
Dining room
Fitness room
Fully furnished
Gaming room
Garden
Housekeeping services
Kitchenette
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Private bathrooms
Restaurant-style dining
Small library
Telephone
Wellness center
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Community operated transportation
12-16 hour nursing
24-hour call system
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Diabetes diet
Medication management
Mental wellness program
Special dietary restrictions
Concierge services
Planned day trips
Comprehensive on-site care and amenities (24/7 supervision, dining, transportation, activities).
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