Franklin Park Apartments

Franklin Park Apartments sits at 505 Division Street in a peaceful New London neighborhood where seniors age 55 and up can rent one-bedroom apartments in a five-story building with 62 units, and some larger townhomes and apartments too, with the grounds always kept up nicely, and a location close to hospitals, doctors, restaurants, banks, pharmacies, and even parks for anyone who likes to get outside or needs health care nearby, and you'll also find five places of worship close to the community. Residents see friendly faces in the halls, enjoy sitting in the sunroom or out in the gazebo, and spend time in the large community room for parties, bingo, card games, popcorn, lunches, and other social gatherings, with holiday parties being a regular thing, and Meals-on-Wheels available if someone needs food delivered. The place offers things that make daily life easier, like on-site parking, a locked entrance with intercom for guest entry, a security system that keeps the place safe all day, an on-site beauty and barber shop, a senior van for rides to appointments and shopping, and a laundry room with coin-operated washers and dryers set at reasonable prices, plus kitchen areas for special events. Every apartment comes furnished with a frost-free fridge, electric stove, carpet, air conditioner, and handrails in the hallways help keep folks steady, and elevators and ramps let wheelchairs move around without trouble. The building's pet friendly, so bringing a small companion is often fine, and all the mailboxes stay locked. Wi-Fi and high-speed internet are part of the amenities, which helps people stay connected, and utilities come included with the rent, so there aren't surprise bills. Rent's based on income, with the property using programs like Section 8, and some units help moderate income seniors, and the waiting list can get long since the New London Housing Authority runs Franklin Park and it takes part in public housing programs. Some apartments are set aside for people who meet income requirements based on the area's median income, with rent help tied to various subsidies, so a lot of folks will want to check if they qualify. They keep things straightforward for active, independent seniors looking for simple, safe, and affordable living, with both assisted living and memory care services also available, and skilled nursing on hand for those who might need it. The staff includes an Executive Director, Laura Marker, and an Administrative Coordinator, Jeannette Zielinski, who work to help residents with forms and everyday needs, and the office uses a secure template for messages between residents and staff. The building gets an average score of about 8 out of 10 based on online reviews, and people say the neighborhood keeps pretty quiet, the grounds look clean, and the place feels welcoming for those wanting to keep up an active life among neighbors their own age, or find help when their health starts to change.