Mulberry Gardens of Southington provides both Assisted Living and Memory Care, allowing residents to remain in the same community even as their needs change. The team is equipped to manage a wide range of medical concerns, including residents who wander during the day or night, those at risk for elopement, individuals with combative or other challenging behaviors, and people who stay up through the night. Nurses oversee wound care, oxygen therapy, special diet compliance, and diabetic management—whether oral medications, injections, or sliding‐scale dosing are required. The community also welcomes adults under age 60 who need the structure of assisted living and supports moderate dementia, ensuring continuity of care.
A licensed nurse is on call 24 hours a day, and an awake night staff monitors residents, supported by door alarms, a fenced rear area, pull cords, PERS pendants, and optional Wander Guard technology. All employees undergo background checks and work alongside an activity director who adapts programming for varying cognitive levels. On-site podiatry visits reduce the need for outside appointments, and the community accepts residents with psychiatric diagnoses, coordinating with outside providers as needed. Full assistance is available for bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and staff can accommodate transfers ranging from standby supervision to complex bed-bound moves, whether residents use a walker, wheelchair, or require hands-on help.
Apartments can include a private bathroom, kitchenette, independent temperature controls, cable, and the option for residents to paint or decorate their space, though not every unit has every feature. Housekeeping and laundry services are provided for those in Independent Living so they can focus on daily routines without the burden of chores, while maintenance handles repairs and safety checks.
Dining offers a set menu as well as made-to-order selections at each meal, with snacks available throughout the day. The culinary team works closely with clinical staff to accommodate physician-ordered diet modifications or resident preferences, ranging from low-sodium and diabetic plans to texture adjustments.
Residents have on-site parking, fully wheelchair-accessible common areas, a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, wellness center, high-speed internet access, and landscaped communal gardens. Regular religious services are offered within the building, and scheduled transportation helps residents reach medical appointments, local shops, and community events.
