Saint John Paul II Center

Saint John Paul II Center in Danbury, CT, is part of Genesis HealthCare and has 141 beds offering skilled nursing, short-term rehab, long-term care, brain injury care, dementia care, and hospice. This senior living community helps frail residents who need a high level of care, including those with memory issues like Alzheimer's, with a locked dementia unit and specialized memory support for safety, medication management, and activities to reduce confusion and wandering. Residents get help with daily living like bathing, dressing, transfers, and incontinence, and they have access to 24-hour supervision with a call system for emergencies. Meals are made by chefs and meal planners, and there are options for nutritious dining in a shared or private dining room, plus a convenience shop for small items and a pharmaceutical delivery service for medicines. The center features a recreation area, arts room, walking paths, pet therapy, a barber and salon, an on-site chapel for faith needs, and devotional activities. People can stay short-term for rehab after hospital stays or for respite if family needs a break, and the staff offers therapy and high-acuity health care for those who need close medical attention, even for non-ambulatory or bedbound residents. Social and cultural events like movie nights, gardening, education activities, mail and newspaper delivery, and a peaceful courtyard with a pond bring people together, and there are parking and transportation options. The location sits close to parks and restaurants like Starbucks and McDonald's, and the facility earns ratings based on care, safety, and neighborhood livability. Saint John Paul II Center covers various care needs by blending rehabilitation, memory care, hospice, IV services, and everyday support in a secure, supervised setting with simple access to outdoor areas and private spaces for visits from family.