The Village at Kensington Place
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Meriden, CT

The Village at Kensington Place

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Meriden, CT

Overview of The Village at Kensington Place

The Village at Kensington Place offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Meriden, CT. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Respite care gives a resident a short term stay while a usual caregiver travels or recovers.

There are 134 beds. That gives the community room for residents receiving different levels of care, and the assisted living, memory care, and respite services may suit a family whose needs could change over time. Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing options are available, including layouts for a resident living alone or a couple moving together. The starting price is $4,000 per month, giving families an initial figure for budgeting.

A Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride rather than a short walk. Transportation is available for residents who need help getting beyond the community. On site, a pool, salon and spa, and gazebo offer spaces for recreation, personal care, and outdoor relaxation.

Residents can take part in art and music therapy, gardening, live music, educational exhibits, and morning exercise classes. The Benchmark Strong signature program, wellness programming, religious services, and rehabilitation services add structured options for physical activity, creative engagement, spiritual practice, and recovery. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to keep a pet as part of daily life at the community. The range of care and housing options may suit a family seeking support for someone who needs help with daily tasks, memory care supervision, short term respite, or a setting that can accommodate changing needs.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 134 Rank #10 / 64Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 10th out of 64 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

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

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #27 / 84Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 27th out of 84 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
18 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #57 / 120Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 57th out of 120 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
42 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #38 / 56Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 38th out of 56 assisted living communities we track in Connecticut for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Connecticut average, with its Statewide rank out of 56. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Connecticut that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
82.1% This home usually has availability

Based on 110 residents and 134 beds. Source: state inspection report (Aug 2024)

Similar to the Connecticut average: 83.5%
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

The below pricing was updated on

Starting Price
$4,000/Month

License Details

IssuanceFebruary 12, 2008
License Number134

Certifications & Programs

Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) — National Council of Certified Dementia PractitionersStaff hold the Certified Dementia Practitioner credential from the NCCDP, which requires formal Alzheimer's/dementia training and hands-on experience - a signal of dedicated dementia-care training beyond state minimums.

Safety & Compliance

Hoyer Lift

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Transportation
Laundry & Linen
MaintenanceListed as: Maintenance and groundskeeping
Concierge

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Recreation Area
Computers
Garden
Walking Paths
Gazebo
Community Kitchen
Spacious Patios with Grills and Fire Features
Private Dining Room
Activities
Music Classes
Arts & Crafts
Arts Classes
Outings
Movies
Educational Exhibits
Live Music
Exercise Classes
Art and Music Therapy
Gardening
Signature ProgramsBenchmark Strong

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious AffiliationYes

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at The Village at Kensington Place.
  • Private dining room for family events.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-storey
Room Types
1 Bedroom

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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 2017 · 9 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
15 deficiencies 10 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 2017 vs. Connecticut state average
Overall vs. CT average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Connecticut average:
• Total deficiencies (66% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (46% below)

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

This Facility CT Average vs. CT Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 15 44.0 This facility has 66% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (15 vs. CT avg 44).↓ 66% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.5 2.8 This facility has 46% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Connecticut assisted living residence (1.5 vs. CT avg 2.8).↓ 46% better

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

This Facility CT Average vs. CT Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 10 13.0 This facility has had 23% fewer total inspections than the Connecticut average (10 vs. CT avg 13). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 23% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Village at Kensington Place

Studio
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Meriden's city center to The Village at Kensington Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 Village at Kensington Place
AL
MC
RC
Meriden
134
Facility 134
CT AVG 89
Rank #10 / 64
Yes
42
Facility 42
CT AVG 39
Rank #57 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 17
Rank #27 / 84
82.1%
Facility 82.1%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #38 / 56
A+ 10
15
Facility 15
CT AVG 19
Rank #55 / 76
1.5
Facility 1.5
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #48 / 76
The Village at South Farms
AL
MC
RC
Middletown
108
Facility 108
CT AVG 89
Rank #19 / 64
Yes
45
Facility 45
CT AVG 39
Rank #52 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
CT AVG 17
Rank #27 / 84
77.8%
Facility 77.8%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #43 / 56
- 8
10
Facility 10
CT AVG 19
Rank #49 / 76
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #42 / 76
Addison Place at Glastonbury
AL
MC
RC
Glastonbury
81
Facility 81
CT AVG 89
Rank #33 / 64
Yes
14
Facility 14
CT AVG 39
Rank #99 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
6
Facility 6
CT AVG 17
Rank #63 / 84
91.4%
Facility 91.4%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #25 / 56
- 6
8
Facility 8
CT AVG 19
Rank #43 / 76
1.3
Facility 1.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #42 / 76
The Residence at Ferry Park
AL
IL
MC
Rocky Hill
75
Facility 75
CT AVG 89
Rank #36 / 64
Yes
48
Facility 48
CT AVG 39
Rank #45 / 120
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed
7
Facility 7
CT AVG 17
Rank #58 / 84
64.0%
Facility 64.0%
CT AVG 83.5%
Rank #49 / 56
- 4
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.3
Facility 0.3
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #16 / 76
Brookdale Chatfield
AL
IL
MC
West Hartford (Corbin's Corner) - Yes
58
Facility 58
CT AVG 39
Rank #23 / 120
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
CT AVG 17
Rank #54 / 84
- - 7
1
Facility 1
CT AVG 19
Rank #15 / 76
0.1
Facility 0.1
CT AVG 1.5
Rank #15 / 76

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other CT assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Connecticut

The Village at Kensington Place is located in Meriden, Connecticut.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Village at Kensington Place

Is The Village at Kensington Place in a walkable area?

The Village at Kensington Place has a walk score of 42. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Village at Kensington Place?

According to CT state health department records, The Village at Kensington Place's license number is 134.

What is the occupancy rate at The Village at Kensington Place?

The Village at Kensington Place's occupancy is 82.1%.

How long has The Village at Kensington Place been in business?

The Village at Kensington Place has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Village at Kensington Place?

Yes, The Village at Kensington Place allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does The Village at Kensington Place have?

The Village at Kensington Place has 134 beds.

How much does The Village at Kensington Place cost per month?

Pricing at The Village at Kensington Place starts at $4,000 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

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