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The Village at Mariner's Point

Updated 2026-08-20 · 4,067 reviewed · 53 listed · Scored from 34 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(34) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Memory Care Assisted LivingAlzheimer's & Dementia CareSkilled Nursing with Memory CareAdult Day Programs
The Village at Mariner's Point
Services
Memory Care Assisted Living, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Skilled Nursing with Memory Care
Reviews
34

What recent reviews say

Families consistently praise the facility's resort-like setting overlooking Long Island Sound, spacious rooms, and welcoming staff who treat residents like family. Programs include music and arts classes, exercise, outings, chef-prepared meals, and responsive nursing care across assisted living and memory care levels. One 2-year-old complaint about a specific nurse's bedside manner stands against 29 positive reviews, though the business addresses issues promptly.

Praised for
  • beautiful facility with water views
  • friendly and compassionate staff
  • warm homelike environment
  • responsive management and care coordination
  • varied activities and outings
Watch-outs
  • staff attitude issues (isolated incident)
  • always room for improvement
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Best for: Families seeking assisted or memory care with social engagement and activity options in a beautiful setting.
Think twice if: One older review cited staff attitude concerns; confirm current staffing and communication practices during a tour.

Strengths

  • waterfront setting overlooking Long Island Sound
  • spacious, resort-like facility
  • multiple care levels under one roof
  • engaged staff across all departments

Worth knowing

  • Director Kim Kelly-Rubin praised for responsiveness and care coordination
  • nursing and personal aide staff named as caring
  • physical therapy and respite care available
  • East Haven Public Library provides monthly outreach visits
  • local parish provides religious support including monthly Mass and communion services

What reviews say by service

Memory Care Assisted Living
Spacious rooms, caring staff, warm homelike setting despite large building size.
Alzheimer's & Dementia Care
Memory care program available; residents report happiness and safety.
Skilled Nursing with Memory Care
Nursing staff praised for responsiveness and care; one isolated complaint about specific supervisor's manner.
Adult Day Programs
Activities, outings, exercise classes, and social engagement mentioned positively.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.35 average across the 50 memory care assisted living businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 62% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 58
Review volume 67
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What activities are available?
Music and arts classes, exercise classes, outings, events, and library visits. Residents can choose meals from a varied menu daily.
What are the pricing levels?
Their website lists studios from $6,390/mo (assisted living) to $7,605/mo (memory care), with one-bedroom and two-bedroom options at higher rates.
Is respite care offered?
Yes, respite care with physical therapy is available for short-term stays, according to recent reviews.

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Last updated 2026-08-20