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Benchmark at South Farms

645 Saybrook Road, Middletown, CT

Assisted LivingMemory Care

4.346 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About Benchmark at South Farms

Located high on a hill in the historical Middletown, Connecticut, The Village at South Farms features lavish gardens, outdoor walking areas, and plenty of panoramic valley views. Our country estate setting offers a peaceful atmosphere, along with high-quality care services. Along with our assisted living and specialized memory care services, we take pride in celebrating each individual resident and transforming lives…

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,980/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,805/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$11,000/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,045/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$5,370/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 8, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$5,370 observed · tracking future changes
$5,370Aug 8, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

Family and resident feedback

4.3 out of 5 from 46 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Overall would recommend

They should know about [Name Removed] the guy with the heart of gold who takes us to appointments. We would be lost without him.

AnonymousApril 9, 2026

★★★★★

Critical

Advise against

Did not like it. Poor communication with me, the DPOA.

See category ratings
Cleanliness
2.0 / 5
Friendliness
4.0 / 5
Value for Cost
2.0 / 5
Care Services
2.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
1.0 / 5
AnonymousNovember 11, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Review for Benchmark at South Farms

LOVE IT HERE. Best move I ever made. Not only are the people who run it are super nice but the residents I have met. I would recommend to others.

AAOctober 6, 2025

★★★★

Positive

Our Family's Experience

Administrative and office staff do not always communicate to the people providing care in the Memory Unit. Yes, we would recommend Benchmark at South Farms to other families based on the experience so far.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
3.0 / 5
Care Services
4.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
AnonymousJuly 29, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Great staff

We chose The Village at South Farms because the management was very friendly and when we visited, all of the residents were smiling. Staff morale is much higher than other places.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
AnonymousJanuary 17, 2025

★★★★★

Positive

Village at South Farms review

I chose this community based on ratings, feedback from people in the business, and meeting the staff. My mother is in the memory care unit. The only negative I would say is that all of her toiletries are locked up and you need to have a staff member unlock the closet. Also, my mother likes to walk and cannot walk without a staff member which can be difficult to arrange.

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
AnonymousOctober 17, 2024

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
August 8, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Low / No Sodium
  • International Cuisine
  • Anytime Dining
  • Guest Meals
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Pureed Meals
  • Meals Provided
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Room Service
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetic Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care

Services & convenience

  • Italian
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Cats Allowed
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Polish

Activities & engagement

  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Bridge Club
  • Walking Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Karaoke
  • Book Club
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Art Classes
  • Current Events Club
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Gardening Club
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Christian Services
  • Wine Tasting
  • Happy Hour
  • Catholic Services
  • Dances
  • Wii Bowling
  • Bible Study Group
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Men's Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Birthday Parties
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics

Outdoor spaces

  • Central Fireplace
  • Indoor Atrium
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • TV Lounge
  • Meeting Room
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Outside Patio
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Private Bath
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Main Street Shops
  • Beauty Salon
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Piano or Organ
  • Game Room

Apartment & room features

  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Bath Tubs
  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked August 8, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
Not publicly disclosed
Exact unit availability
Confirmation required
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