The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Darien, CT

The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Darien, CT

Overview of The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods

Offering 102 apartments, The Residence at Selleck’s Woods is a two-story assisted living community in Darien, Connecticut. It provides studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to suit different preferences and care needs. The residence has developed into an established choice in Darien in its seven years of operation.

The location on Parklands Drive scores 49 for walkability, so some errands and services are walkable, though most trips need a quick drive. This setting fits residents and families preferring a quieter residential environment.

Connecticut’s Department of Social Services conducts the facility’s regular inspections. Inspections have focused attention on client safety during transportation and drop-off procedures, timeliness in identifying care changes and notifying physicians, emergency response documentation practices, and care team coordination. It’s encouraged that families considering the residence discuss these areas directly when touring.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 102 Rank #61 / 119Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 119 homes we track in Connecticut for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Connecticut facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #94 / 132Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 132 homes we track in Connecticut for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Connecticut facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
7 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #124 / 262Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 124th out of 262 homes we track in Connecticut for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Connecticut facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
49 / 100

About this community

License Details

StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 27, 2019
ExpirationDecember 31, 2026
License Number210

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Inspection History

In Connecticut, the Department of Public Health, Facility Licensing and Investigations Section conducts mandatory inspections and unannounced surveys to monitor the quality of care in long-term facilities.

Since 2019 · 7 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 6 deficiencies 6 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Connecticut state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2019 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (65% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 644 This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (6 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 86% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.02.84 This facility has 65% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1 vs. CT avg 2.84).↓ 65% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityCT Averagevs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 613 This facility has had 54% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (6 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 54% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods

1 Bedroom
Studio
2 bedroom

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Darien's city center to The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.18 miles to nearest hospital (Stamford Hospital)

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Info below is compiled from the CT Dept. of Public Health (DPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods
AL
IL
MC
RC
Darien
102
Facility 102
CT AVG 113
Rank #61 / 119
No
49
Facility 49
CT AVG 48
Rank #124 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
7
Facility 7
CT AVG 15
Rank #94 / 132
-6
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 19
Rank #40 / 102
1.0
Facility 1.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #35 / 102
Brightview on New Canaan
AL
MC
Norwalk
90
Facility 90
CT AVG 113
Rank #72 / 119
Yes
54
Facility 54
CT AVG 48
Rank #106 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
CT AVG 15
Rank #79 / 132
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
CT AVG 84.2%
Rank #1 / 104
6
13
Facility 13
CT AVG 19
Rank #56 / 102
2.2
Facility 2.2
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #59 / 102
Atria Senior Living Darien
AL
IL
RC
Darien (Noroton)-Yes
30
Facility 30
CT AVG 48
Rank #190 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 15
Rank #66 / 132
-1
0
Facility 0
CT AVG 19
Rank #1 / 102
0.0
Facility 0.0
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #1 / 102
The Residence at Westport
AL
IL
MC
RC
Westport (Staples)-No
58
Facility 58
CT AVG 48
Rank #94 / 262
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
5
Facility 5
CT AVG 15
Rank #102 / 132
-4
3
Facility 3
CT AVG 19
Rank #29 / 102
0.8
Facility 0.8
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #31 / 102
Bridges® by EPOCH at Norwalk
AL
MC
Norwalk-No
54
Facility 54
CT AVG 48
Rank #106 / 262
Private / Companion Suite
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 15
Rank #90 / 132
-8
10
Facility 10
CT AVG 19
Rank #51 / 102
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #43 / 102

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods is located in Darien, Connecticut.
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Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders

CHCPE

Age 65+
General Connecticut resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits State-funded: ~$1,600/month; Medicaid: ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $1,600 (state), $2,000 (Medicaid, individual).
CT

Two tiers (state and Medicaid); waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$70/day) Meals Respite (up to 14 days/year)

Statewide Respite Care Program

CT Respite Care

Age
General Caregiver of senior with dementia, Connecticut resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
CT

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$70/day)

Congregate Housing Services Program (CHSP)

Connecticut Congregate Housing Services Program

Age 62+
General Connecticut resident, frail but not needing 24/7 care, resides in CHSP-eligible housing.
Income Limits (2025) ~$41,000/year individual, adjusted annually
Asset Limits Not specified; focus is income-based.
CT

Limited to 14 state-subsidized sites; participants pay 10% of service costs.

Benefits
Personal care (3-5 hours/day) Meals ($5-$7/meal) Housekeeping Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Connecticut Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Connecticut resident, enrolled in Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (individual, QMB); ~$3,380/month (SLMB); ~$3,598/month (ALMB)—adjusted annually.
Asset Limits None since 2023 policy change.
CT

Three tiers (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary, Specified Low-Income, Additional Low-Income); no asset test.

Benefits
Covers Medicare Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20% of services)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods

Is The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods in a walkable area?

The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods?

According to CT state health department records, The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods's license number is 210.

When does The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods's license expire?

According to CT state health department records, The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods's license expires on December 31, 2026.

How long has The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods been in business?

The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods has been operating for approximately 7 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods?

No, The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods has a no-pet policy.

Has The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods had any deficiencies?

The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods has had 6 reported deficiencies according to records from Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH).

Are there photos of The Residence at Selleck‘s Woods?

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