Monarch Communities

Brandy Wine Assisted of Living in Litchfield Ct Our mother has been there a little over a year. She has accumulated extremely well. The staff is wonderful and keeps her busy. It's been a very good experience. It gives us a peace of mind by having her there.

My mother-in-law has been at Brandywine for 10 months and we have had no complaints. When the final choice was made, Kiley and Lisa made the move as painless as possible. They walked us through each step and were careful to include Mom in the discussions. Mom has settled in well and has made friends which was her major concern as she is a quiet woman. She likes the food although she is not used to eating three big meals a day! The have weekly trips to local stores, banks and library. They have scenic rides and frequent entertainment. The staff is polite and caring and the nursing staff is great. Always an RN on duty which isn't the case in many other facilities. The front desk staff is also excellent. They know all the residents by name and interact well with them. So far we and she are very pleased!!

My husband and I started researching on line for an assisted living facility for my parents. That search led to four potential facilities. We visited all four facilities, several times focusing on available care, staff interaction and demeanor, meals, apartment size, programs, atmosphere and cost. Cost between all on the surface was close. All other services appeared similar. Brandywine started to out shine all others with their assessment form. It was all inclusive with no surprises. It detailed what the cost would be for my parents current required care, and anticipated future cost should their care level needs increase. We visited Brandywine many times and spoke with Associates, Directors, Nurses, CNA's and Aids. We found all to be very personable and professional. My Parents have been living at Brandywine going on four months and It Is very comforting to see how warm, friendly and professional all are to them both. Physical care, food, entertainment, activities far exceeds all our expectations. The time and extra steps taken by the staff to make them comfortable is commendable.

My dad, who is 96, has been living at Brandywine for eight months. Since I live in Florida and he lives in NJ, his care has been a challenging situation for me. The team at Brandywine has been the answer. Every staff member works to make his life better and easier. The dining room staff, nurses, administrators, and caregivers are simply the best. They give me peace of mind every day, knowing my dad is well cared for. There is one special person however, who really oversees things for me. Her name is Terri O'Brien. She is the Director for Community Relations and initially introduced me to Brandywine. She looks in on my dad several times a day and either calls or emails me with updates. I appreciate everyone at Brandywine and commend them for doing such an excellent job.

If you are looking for a memory care facility for a loved one, look no further this is the one. The entire staff is friendly, courteous and most importantly treats your loved one like their own family. From the nursing staff to the aides, office workers, recreation coordinators, chefs, maintenance and the receptionists, you will not find another group of outstanding caring professionals. Your loved one will be cared for, have a variety of recreation activities with lively entertainment, meals are definitely high quality, appearance is very clean and neat, and so much more. You will feel comfortable and at ease knowing your loved one is here in their new home, just like we have for the past three years. Why look elsewhere when this is the best, tour it and see for yourself, you will not be disappointed.

Mom's been at Brandywine for the last two years and just celebrated her 100th Birthday Party at the facility. She loves it there and they treat her like family. Lots of loving care and plenty of entertainment and activities.

My mother lived in Brandywine's assisted living section before needing to move into their memory care. Brandywine offers the best care possible in a competitive area filled with many Senior living facilities. Brandywine is the second Senior living my mother has lived in. The first did not provide the superior care that we were hoping our mother would receive. Brandywine has great food, fun activities and the most kind and caring staff I have ever encountered. They make every resident feel safe and special. Did I mention beautiful living areas? I tell my friends not to waste time looking at other facilities for their loved ones. I toured them all....nothing can compare to quality of care at Brandywine.

I have my father living in Brandywine. He is very happy. His health has improved since coming here. He is beginning to walk again. He loves the trips (especially to the casinos). I have been very happy with their help in getting him doctors and their support of him and my family. They answer any question and help with any extra needs he has.

Because of memory issues, our family knew the time was coming for Mom to leave her home and move into assisted living. We knew Brandywine at Brandall Estates was 'home', almost from the moment we arrived! Mom has been there 2 years now, and has never been happier. The staff is by far the most caring, loving, and professional group of people I have ever encountered. I am happy to say that my once lonely mother now has a whole new family to love her, and more friends than she can count! She keeps busy with numerous activities, and never misses a well prepared meal, with their flexible dining. I cannot say enough good things about Brandall. Mom is happy , safe, and well cared for. Who could ask for more?

It is so hard to believe a year has gone by since I first heard of Brandywine, and in my hometown, no less! My father had been discharged from Wedgewood Rehab in August. The staff there realized my dad required around the clock care, that my mom wanted to provide, but was physically unable to. Initially, I arranged for a live-in aide, but after a few weeks, knew that wasn’t the best arrangement for my parents. I contacted Wedgewood for guidance and they had great things to say about Brandywine Senior Living in Howell. I called and arranged to meet Colleen for a tour. That was all I needed. The staff, the accommodations, facility, grounds and activities were perfect for my parents needs. I scheduled a tour for my parents during last years “Assisted Living Week”. There was so much activity, events scheduled, and an all around excitement amongst the staff and residents. My parents moved in two weeks after that tour. The arrangements made were very conducive to my parents financial situation. The transition went smoothly. Colleen arranged a 60th Wedding Anniversary celebration for my parents just five days after they moved in! I truly cannot say enough about the support and nursing staff. My dad became ill in April and the staff was very sensitive to his situation and really supported my mom through his illness. It was clear Dad wouldn’t recover and I made a call to the nursing director, Michele. She gave me contact information for hospice services. Dad was back in his Brandywine room within 5 hours and was being visited by staff and my mom was able to be with him, which was a true comfort. Since Dad’s passing, the staff and residents have shown true compassion towards my mom. Mom has handled her life changing events so much better with the support and love everyone at Brandywine has given to my mom. I am so thankful for everyone at Brandywine Senior living at Howell for making my parents feel so loved and cared for.

The minute you enter the door of Brandywine, you are greeted by the desk receptionist with a cheery hello and a caring attitude. My mother has been a resident at Brandywine for over 3 1/2 yrs. I searched for a facility for over a year and I am so glad I decided to place her in Brandywine. The nurses are excellent. They are always thoughtful, caring, and loving to each and every resident. The chef is excellent and the wait staff in the dining room are wonderful. They make sure each guest has what their palate desire for each and every meal. The activities directors are always working hard to make a festive day for everyone. Outside entertainment is constant and excellent. Games are plentiful all day long. In house gatherings are always fun. BBQ's in the backyard with the playground for visiting little ones and the fish pond stocked with beautiful koi amongst the flowers are beautiful and fun. The administration is ALWAYS available for residents and their families. I recommend Brandywine Assisted Living in Howell to anyone looking for a fabulous facility full of love, concern and fun times for their loved one.

My mother moved into Brandywine at Govenor's Crossing this last December, (2013), after a stroke abruptly took her independence away. At 85 years old she was still working 2 days a week in a doctors' office, driving, volunteering in the community and for the Red Cross. A very active life. Although the change in her residence and the change in her independence were dramatic and difficult for her to face, the staff at Brandywine at Govenor's Crossing has done and keeps doing everything possible to keep mom fully engaged in her new life. I have been to "mom's" at different times of the day and at different days in the week and I have always found the staff smiling, warm and welcoming. And believe me, mom is not an easy little cupcake to care for. I have always found the residents well cared for and as independent as the setting allows. Sitting together in common areas engaged with each other, meeting in groups for book discussions, bingo, exercises or entertainers. Sitting outside under the front porch or around the Koi pond, or walking the paved pathways around the residence. I have eaten with her several times in the dining area ...unannounced... and have never been disappointed by the selection, quality of the food or friendliness and compassion of the staff. I always leave Brandywine at Govenor's Crossing feeling assured that mom is well cared for and safe. Does mom want to be there? NO! She longs to back in her "own home" driving her car whenever and wherever she pleased. Of all the residences we looked at before deciding on Brandywine at Govenor's Crossing, I know WE made the right choice.

Transitioning a parent to an assisted living facility can be very stressful and overwhelming. However, the Brandywine Staff is ready to assist you through the entire transition and will guide you through the whole process. They are a warm and caring group of professionals, who treat each resident with kindness and concern. No one is ever ignored or left to feel lost or alone. The facility is outstanding...immaculate and beautifully decorated. The rooms are very cozy and everyone goes at their own pace. There are constant activities and all special events are planned to perfection and done with great pride by the staff. The Wellness Center is excellent, with top level nursing and the Aides are always pleasant and ready to assist. The management team is professional and readily available to help you in any way they can. I couldn't imagine my parent in any other facility at this point in their life.

Upon my Dad's death I knew Mom needed help and as she lived in another state over 2 hrs away I started to look for a place. I can't say enough good about the beautfiul facility and staff at Brandywine at Pennington. When you enter you feel like you walked into a grand hotel, no smells and very nicely decorated. Each room is spacious and well maintained. The activities are varied enough to appeal to all personalities. Mom loved the trips to the playhouse and restaurants. She felt safe and the nursing staff always made her laugh and treated her like a family member. For 6 years she enjoyed the great food, care and beautiful surroundings at Brandywine. You are not only a resident there but you become a part of the Brandywine family. Definitely go on a tour to see for yourself.

My mother has been at Brandywine Senior Living at Longwood for two and a half years and has benefited greatly from her experience there. When she first arrived at Brandywine, she was very thin due to a significantly reduced appetite. She has flourished at Brandywine, eating well, exercising and socializing to her heart’s content. The entire family is very pleased with her environment, the facilities are immaculate, the meals are delicious, and the staff is caring and committed. When researching and visiting assisted living facilities in the area for a new home for our mother, the family found many good and even excellent facilities. We chose Brandywine because it stood out!

It’s almost 2 years since my parents moved to Brandywine. Like every transition, there are blips with getting used to a new place and new routine. But at this point, both of my parents are at ease, content, safe and well cared for. My mother kept thinking of Brandywine as a sacrifice she needed to make for my father, but when she was in the hospital and rehab, she said “I can’t wait to go home” referring to her new home at Brandywine. I had a good feeling about Brandywine from the first time I met the Senior Administrator (who is also a nurse). She made all of us feel very comfortable and listened to all our concerns from size and type of room to finances and cost. She told us that the main goal was to have residents “age in place”. Even when other facilities feel the need to transfer to a nursing home, Brandywine will try to keep the resident. The facility looks like a resort with plenty of activities and compassionate nurses and aides to assist. Events are run by young, active fun loving people. You can see the lift that it gives the residents. All the employees know the residents by name along with their preferences and routines. Some important things to consider: • Doctor’s appointments can be arranged by the facility and a driver can take the resident. • Nursing is 24/7. Most facilities have nurses during the day but evening and weekends, nurses are only on call. There is a doctor for the facility that typically comes once a week. • Medication can be administered by the nurses. The pharmacy delivers 2 times a day. • A separate wing for Dementia / Alzheimer patients. The director of the unit is very affectionate and aware of the resident’s needs. She makes each person feel special while bringing out the most they can do. • Somerset Medical Center is the local hospital with excellent rankings. I can personally vouch for their outstanding service and care when both of my parent’s needed it. • Beauty Salon on site. • Physical Therapy on site. This is an excellent perk. When someone returns from the hospital and acute rehab, the PT provides the sub-acute care to get the resident back to normal. Therapy is also available without prescription (for an extra charge). • Exercise classes for all levels. • Laundry is done by Brandywine but there are “personal” laundry rooms if the resident prefers to do some items themselves. • Housekeeping. • Restaurant style dining with 2 new choices each day at each meal as well as a standard menu. • Jitney bus service to Church on Sunday. • Bus rides to local stores, restaurants, bowling, movies, plays, etc. • Some religious services scheduled on site. • Entertainment—weekly cocktail parties with music and special events. • Picturesque outdoor garden with pond, waterfall and seating. • Make sure you are comfortable with the commute from your house to Brandywine. You’ll be visiting and coming often! Communication is excellent. I tend to do things by email and would always receive a quick response to any of my questions or concerns. Our family stress level is down and our satisfaction level up. Brandywine is the best decision that we made.

I had toured the facility months earlier as a possible location for my parents and liked the facility. Due to a medical emergency we were required to move my mother here first and then my father after hospitalization and rehab. The administration and staff have been extremely helpful during this transition. They are both settled in comfortably and have adjusted to their new living situation. I have no hesitation recommending Brandywine Senior Living at Longwood.

So far things have gone very well at Bella Terra. My loved one has had nothing but good things to say about her time there so far, she says the food is great, the aides are helpful, and the nurses have been wonderful. We're very pleased with the experience so far.

Ever since my parents toured and then made the decision to make Brandywine in Princeton their new home, I have been impressed with the level of care and sincerity of the staff. All members of the management team and caring staff are friendly and go the extra mile in trying to provide for the best interests of the residents. The number and varying types of activities also provide for a well balanced list from which the residents can choose. Whether inside or outside, the facility presents an attractive appearance that the residents and their families can be proud of! If you are planning for your loved ones at an assisted living facility, make sure Brandywine is on your list!

I visit Brandywine once a month and can't say enough about this facility. In my profession, I go to at least a dozen other similar facilities in the same time frame and none can compare with Brandywine at Princeton. The Residents are offered so many opportunities in this gorgeous facility. It's not your typical Assisted Living, as this is clearly The Best of the Best! The Activity Department is exceptional and offers Events that are imaginative, creative and involve Residents at so many different levels. I'm extremely impressed with their devotion to the job as it speaks volumes about their commitment to the Residents.