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Geer Village

77 S Canaan Rd, Canaan, CT 06018

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Skilled Nursing
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For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(860) 824-2600

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $2,951
One Bedroom
Estimated $3,716
Two Bedroom
Estimated $4,571

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,687
  • Average State Price: $3,945
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Geer Village Description

    Located on over 70 acres in historic Canaan, Connecticut, Geer Village Senior Community is a non-profit organization and community of independent seniors, residents with infirmities, daily program participants, caregivers, families, staff, neighbors, volunteers, and friends.

    Our services include independent living apartments, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation, outpatient physical therapy, pharmacy services, dial-a-ride, low-income housing and community gathering spaces that are all located on our beautiful campus.

    In addition to our services, you will also find the Canaan branch of the Northwestern CT YMCA here. An on-site cafe is also open to the public for breakfast and lunch. Many local civic and community groups call Geer Village Senior Community home for their meetings and charitable works.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Skilled Nursing

    Skilled nursing provides 24/7 medical care and support by licensed professionals for seniors needing continuous healthcare assistance.

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    Community Reviews

    7.7
    Geer Village
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 25 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Canaan
  • Ranking in State: 230 out of 363 communities in CT
  • Food and Dining B

    Facility and Grounds B

    Care A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Geer Village Senior Community show a mix of experiences and opinions. Some reviewers express concerns about rapid staff turnover, understaffing, and unresponsiveness, particularly in the nursing staff. There are also complaints about the quality and variety of food, cleanliness issues, and the condition of the facilities, which some describe as shabby and in need of an upgrade. The town of Canaan is mentioned as dull with few choices for residents, and some have experienced issues with lost personal items and confusing policies.

    On the other hand, many reviews praise Geer Village for its beautiful and well-kept environment, spacious apartments, and a wide range of activities and amenities, including access to a YMCA with a non-chlorine pool. The staff is frequently described as friendly and helpful, and the dining options are lauded for their variety and quality. The community is noted for its cleanliness and the care and respect shown to residents. Some reviewers specifically mention the value and comfort provided by the independent living apartments and the attentive, professional staff.

    While some reviewers advise caution based on their experiences, others highly recommend Geer Village for its exceptional senior living care, pleasant surroundings, and the kindness and respect afforded to residents. The community's programs, including interesting lectures and access to facilities like a library and chapel, are appreciated. However, concerns about resident care, particularly regarding dietary needs and responsiveness to residents' needs, are noted.

    Overall, Geer Village receives a range of feedback, with many expressing satisfaction with the living experience, the quality of care, and the community's amenities, while others highlight areas for improvement.


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    Health

    Daily wellness checks

    Medication management

    Licensed nursing staff

    24-hour skilled nursing services

    Cardiac care

    Health services


    Services

    Personal care

    Full laundry and housekeeping services

    Home maintenance

    Apartment maintenance

    Beauty and barber services

    Exercise programs


    Activities

    Cooking

    Crafts

    Concerts

    Lectures

    Movies

    Parties


    Community Amenities

    Lounges

    Pharmacy

    Art studio

    Medical director

    Chapel

    Fitness center


    Room Amenities

    Studio

    One-bedroom apartments

    Two-bedroom apartments

    Full kitchen

    Microwave

    Dishwasher


    Dining

    Three nutritious meals per day

    Elegant, restaurant style dining

    Specially designed menus

    Special meals


    Transportation

    Van transportation

    Regular outings

    Parking available

    Scheduled transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Winchester Center which is 13.0 miles away and has a population of 10,830 (small town).
    • The average income is $53,243, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 27
      • Average Temperature: 50.3
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 156 days of rain, 41 days of snow and 167 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.09 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 165.0, Moderate Days 16.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 1.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    LaBonne's Market
    5.3 miles away
    Grand Union Family Markets
    9.9 miles away
    Guido's Marketplace
    11.3 miles away
    Big Y
    11.4 miles away
    Berkshire Cooperative Market
    12.2 miles away

    Transportation

    Wassaic
    18.4 miles away
    Tenmile River
    20.2 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Senior Center
    11.0 miles away
    Fairgrounds Plaza
    11.5 miles away
    Fairview Hospital
    12.2 miles away
    Rite Aid
    12.5 miles away
    Barrington Plaza
    13.3 miles away

    Banks

    Salisbury Bank - Canaan Branch
    0.7 miles away
    National Iron Bank
    7.1 miles away
    First Niagara
    9.8 miles away
    Salisbury Bank
    10.0 miles away
    Lee Bank
    12.3 miles away

    Hospitals

    Fairview Hospital
    12.0 miles away
    Sharon Hospital
    12.1 miles away
    Austen Riggs Center
    18.3 miles away
    Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
    18.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    10.0 miles away
    Big Y
    11.4 miles away
    CVS
    12.2 miles away
    Rite Aid
    12.5 miles away
    Price Chopper
    13.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Northwestern Dental
    15.4 miles away
    Horizon Dental
    17.6 miles away
    ICare Dental
    18.7 miles away

    Parks

    Edith Scoville Memorial Sanctuary
    0.4 miles away
    Lawrence Field
    0.5 miles away
    Lawrence FIeld
    0.5 miles away
    Canaan Village Historic District
    0.8 miles away
    Eddy Field
    1.0 miles away

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    Shopping

    Barrington Plaza
    13.3 miles away
    Lee Premium Outlets
    19.6 miles away

    Culture

    Infinity Music Hall and Bistro
    7.0 miles away
    Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
    12.3 miles away
    Ancram Opera House
    15.8 miles away
    Warner Theatre
    18.4 miles away
    Lenox Arts Center
    19.5 miles away

    Restaurants

    Collin's Diner
    0.6 miles away
    Roma's Pizza
    0.6 miles away
    Pop's Diner
    0.6 miles away
    Zia Maria
    0.7 miles away
    Stateline Pizza
    1.4 miles away

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