Pomperaug Woods sits on a large, 22-acre campus in Southbury, Connecticut, surrounded by well-kept lawns, mature trees, and buildings designed to fit in with New England style. This nonprofit Lifecare Retirement Community offers a range of living options for people aged 62 or older who can pay for their own housing and care, with help for those who need independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, respite care, and adult day care, all within the same campus. There are over 140 apartments in more than 10 different styles, including studio and two-bedroom deluxe apartments, and most floor plans have comfortable living spaces, inviting bedrooms, and private balconies or patios, all with a noticeable effort to make things easy and safe with features like emergency call systems.
Residents can spend time in several cozy common areas, such as living rooms with fireplaces, big activity rooms with stages and projectors, libraries with good seating, and quiet spots with large arched windows that let in plenty of light. The grounds include community gardens, lush landscaping, and well-maintained paths for walking. There are places to play billiards or cards, take exercise classes, and attend meetings or art sessions, along with a dining room, auditorium, library, beauty shop, arts and crafts room, and a country store. The food is made in a gourmet or restaurant style, and meals use quality ingredients, which seems to mean residents are able to enjoy good food every day. Wi-Fi is available, and the campus has access to transportation and parking.
Pomperaug Woods includes a 37-bed Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility, so people needing short-term therapy or long-term care have access to this support. The community also gives priority access to higher levels of care if a resident's health changes. There's a dedicated area for memory care where seniors with Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia can get help in a safe, secure setting that aims to reduce confusion and wandering. Staff keep an eye on well-being, medication, and hygiene, and they're known for their kindness and joyfulness. Residents can join clubs, take classes, try wellness programs, join day trips, or just spend time with friends and family without having to worry about home maintenance.
Pomperaug Woods uses a Lifecare contract, which means residents pay a one-time entrance fee (with some portion refundable) and a predictable monthly fee that stays lower than typical market rates. This contract also gives lifetime access to all levels of care as health needs change, and it offers some protection of personal assets and estates. The campus hosts lots of activities, social events, a community newsletter, and an activities calendar to keep people engaged. Pomperaug Woods is managed by Life Care Services, and it aims to support both active and frail seniors with safety, comfort, and a full range of services, so people can age in place with less worry and more ways to stay connected and involved.
