1 / 5Reviews for this community are mixed and split across a recent name change from Brookdale Gables to Discovery Village. Older reviews describe a warm, well-run community with attentive staff and a good balance of care and independence, while more recent reviews report a decline in food quality, cleanliness, and staff retention since the transition.
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Discovery Village Farmington is an Active Independent Living and Assisted Living community in Farmington, Connecticut. The community serves seniors who value independence while offering support with daily activities and personalized assistance for those requiring additional help.
Assisted Living at Discovery Village Farmington provides residents with chef-prepared meals daily, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, and comprehensive support with daily tasks while maintaining resident autonomy and dignity. Active Independent Living allows residents to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping service, removing household chores so residents can focus on social engagement and recreation.
The community features a robust calendar of activities and programs designed to encourage friendships and improve resident wellness. Offerings include arcade and table games, educational lectures, art classes, live music and entertainment, and fitness programming focused on strength, balance, and flexibility. A full-time Activities Director curates options based on resident interests. Dining is a signature element, with specially trained culinary teams preparing fresh, healthy meals using quality ingredients, with seasonal menus developed with resident input.
Additional services include concierge support for tasks like dry cleaning, package management, document services, and transportation assistance. The community also features a Veterans Program offering exclusive savings for those who served. Discovery Village Farmington is undergoing a designer remodel inspired by Craftsman style, updating interiors with warm wood tones and elegant finishes.
Located in a quiet residential area near the Farmington River, local shops, and the medical corridor, the community provides easy access to Hartford, cultural attractions, and healthcare providers while maintaining the charm of a historic New England setting.
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Diamond Marshall
Dec 2025
I couldn’t believe the cleanliness level; there were dirty glasses (with food particles still on it), dirty plates, and the servers barely ever came to me but used vulgar language and gossiped in the corner. The women at the front desk didn’t even greet me!
Lori K121
Nov 2025
Went from a four star under Brookdale to a 2 star Discovery Village. Unfortunately this place is going in the wrong direction ! The facility itself is a lovely lakeside setting, the apartments are spacious but the food is unmistakably the first cut! Brookdale provided an extended good quality menu with at least three new choices nightly as well as at least two choices of freshly prepared vegetables. The choices are the same with one special each night but the rest of the menu is the same. There is a hotdog choice every night if you can believe that!! Barf! Also several sandwiches and cold salads. Not very appealing or healthy…there used to be at least three hot choices of a meat chicken or fish.. also staff is starting to leave.. that speaks for itself! I’m hoping that these are just kinks. They’re going to be resolved, but I would hold off if you’re considering discovery Village for your loved one.!
David Faber
Dec 2024
Brookdale Gables Farmington, After realizing that my mom could no longer live alone safely I researched many independent and assisted living communities and after the visits and all the question we chose Brookdale Gables in Farmington. I found that the key thing was that during a visit, I kept asking myself does mom fit in here? She was welcomed in by the staff during our initial visit and now as a resident invited by other residents to join in daily activities and it has really filled the social void that she had since her driving had stopped and was no longer visiting her senior centers. I have often stated to her that it's like living at a senior center! Beautiful grounds, great food, friendly staff and very caring management that have always answered our every question and concern. It's a very confusing path when faced with finding your parent a new home contact and set up a visit Brookdale Gables Farmington and see the best value in elderly living communities in Connecticut.
Sophie S
Oct 2023
Brookdale Gables has a wonderful balance between effective care and safety and maximum independence. Support and respect for residents dignity is unsurpassed. Thank you.
Michael Luisi
Oct 2019
Lovely retirement home; spacious and quiet rooms, very friendly staff, and excellent food.
Discovery Village Farmington offers Assisted Living and Independent Living.
Discovery Village Farmington is located at 20 Devonwood Dr in Farmington, Connecticut.
Reviews for this community are mixed and split across a recent name change from Brookdale Gables to Discovery Village. Older reviews describe a warm, well-run community with attentive staff and a good balance of care and independence, while more recent reviews report a decline in food quality, cleanliness, and staff retention since the transition.
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