Benchmark Senior Living

Overall, highly satisfied, but it is expensive although in line with other facilities. Facility makes a great first impression. Management was very accommodating. I got good feedback from a number of sources. Memory Care unit is very good. Almost all the staff is kind and caring, but not all.

Atrium feels very homey as opposed to institutional. The administration is friendly and responsive. The meals are well prepared with a good variety. Lunch is usually a larger meal with a lighter dinner. Activities are available morning and afternoon and the staff makes an effort to get the residents to participate.

Everyone has been very nice, helpful & supportive. The food is ok but I hear they are getting a new chef. Room sizes and amenities offered are very nice.

I was told it would cost no more than [fee removed] per month and then they tried telling me after a few months that my mom was the highest level of care. She Did Not need a hoyer lift and was an assist of 1. I loved the activities/music for her and the nursing staff was excellent but then they charged me [fee removed] in [date removed] so I needed to move my mom out of the atrium to locate a memory care that provided safety and interaction at a more reasonable cost

While it needs some decorative updating such as new art , photos, furniture , it is bright , clean and cheerful. Everyone is very friendly . We were told the new furniture will be here by summer. , the administrative staff is efficient and engaging. It is a pleasant welcoming place to live!!

They have very flexible visiting hours and that has been so helpful. It's a smaller facility so I feel my Mom receives a good amount of attention. It is very expensive, but it is a very convenient location.

I don't think the food is very healthy - my father loved vegetables and he hardly got any. Before we moved in we were told he could get creamed spinach every day, but that wasn't how it actually works. Also it wasn't very easy for him to get outside, so he was almost always inside, and he liked fresh air. I also didn't like the Styrofoam and plastic utensils when he ate in his room, which was a lot.

They told me at the beginning that certain things were included but then when my mom got there we were told no. If they are already local to it, then yes we would recommend the community to other families.

The ladies that work in the dining area are very caring and get to know the residents. I like that they watch out for them and if Mom doesn't show up for a meal, they check on her. They seem to be doing renovations and are working on a family portal to keep us informed on activities. They have nurses on duty in case of illness. They provide transportation to residents. I wish there was an easier way to communicate with them from a distance when Mom has raised concerns. She has difficulty communicating due to early stage dementia and mentions things but I don't have a way to confirm. Laundry service and cleaning service doesn't seem that good. Overall she is thriving there better than living on her own so I am happy with that.

For the most part very sweet and helpful. Reasonable cost is what stuck out over other places.

It's a fortune but nothing to compare it to. Thank god for long term care. Notes: food really is awful Staff: too much mgmt turnover. Most are very pleasant, dedicated and helpful. Right now there is one nasty receptionist who doesn't represent the residence well. Resident: mom is way above most people's cognitive level. It's hard for her.

Always check in to make sure your loved one is getting the care they need. Especially going at random times. Get to know the staff Ask questions Stay on top of their care reports Question anything that does seem right. You are their voice

Some staff people are better than others. The activities are pretty routine week after week - not a lot of variety.

What we like the most about this community is that the staff are very responsive and show a true commitment to the residents. Yes, we would recommend Benchmark at Alexandria to other families ,and I have and their family member is there now.

Having lived here for almost one month, I am still adjusting. I am independent with a claim filed for assisted living with long-term care insurance. At 76, I am one of the youngest here and I feel young! My issues are a bad back etc. While some have memory issues, I have all faculties and many interests plus a sense of humor which comes in handy at times. By attending a book group and social activities, I am finding people with sharp minds and varied interests. I make use of the gym area and walk outside, and I enjoy the pool table outside my room and the piano in the lobby, although it needs tuning. I also drive so I continue friendships outside of Capitol Ridge. I could not afford to live here if my insurance is not accepted.

The meals and dining overall is a 4, but sometimes it can be a 3. The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is not always good. Yes, we would recommend the Benchmark at Bedford community to other families.

A friendly environment with great support for family members and residents.

Very welcoming. Big focus on socialization which is fabulous for the residents. Staff is great and mostly accommodating. Management level is very competent and listens to concerns and works with the family well. Highly recommend.

I would give split rock a four and that's just because of my logistical experience the place itself seemed lovely. a very nice facility however, last minute they explained that their assessment of my father was greater than what our expectations were, and he would need to go into memory care, which they did not have a bed . Which was problematic since we had already signed papers and a lease so they went to transferring us to their Sister facility where my father is now, so it was rather serendipitous, but the experience was kind of awkward

We chose Village at Buckland Court because of the facility price and the cleanliness. It was also peaceful and quiet. They also have a lot of great activities- although my dad did not participate in any of them. The facility and staff are very friendly and easy to get in touch with if you have any questions or concerns.