Wiggins Home 3 sits at 677 South Sierra Street in Porterville, California, and has room for up to six residents in a home-like setting that feels quiet and relaxed. Folks living here can pick from private or semi-private rooms, and there are bathrooms attached to some for comfort and privacy, which can make things easier as people get older. The place has been helping older adults since January of 2020 and runs as a board and care home that falls into several categories such as Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing, and Adult Care Home, and with a history of working with people who have intellectual disabilities since 1988, Wiggins Home 3 covers a lot of needs folks might have as they get older or face health challenges.
Services here stick to basics but aim to be thorough. Wiggins Home 3 offers help with daily activities like bathing, getting dressed, getting around the place, and making sure people take their medicine as they should, along with meals that can be tweaked for diabetes or other dietary restrictions, and there's always someone on hand 24 hours a day in case anything is needed in the middle of the night. The staff coordinates with doctors and health providers, especially for people dealing with memory troubles or dementia, and the place goes for a secure setup that helps folks stay safe, with extra attention to people with Alzheimer's and other memory impairments.
There's a dining room where everyone can eat together or choose all-day dining options if that suits better, and the staff sets up group and individual activities like movie nights or walks out in the garden and along the walking paths, helping everybody have something to do if they want to stay engaged. Laundry and housekeeping get done regularly so residents can relax and not worry about chores, and the home arranges rides to doctor visits and other outings, plus they offer parking spots for those who still drive. Wi-Fi and high-speed internet are available, and the whole place is furnished for comfort.
Wiggins Home 3 is certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and runs under a Medicaid Certified Intermediate Care Facility license, with regular visits and licensing checks from local and state agencies, and with no verified complaints as of the last inspection in 2021. The community has programs and services that help people stay as independent as possible-whether that's living on their own with a bit of help, or easing into more support as needs grow, all under one roof. Care services cover everything from support for complex medical conditions with skilled nursing, to memory care in a safe, locked area, to daily supervision for seniors who just need peace of mind.
The home keeps things simple and close-knit, sticking to a small number of residents, which means folks can know who they're living with and get care that's more personal. Wiggins Home 3 doesn't take Medicare unless a person qualifies under the Medicaid program, but they do work closely with social services and the Department of Aging to help families find the right support for their loved ones. The location makes it easy for residents to get to local parks, stores, doctors, and churches, making daily life convenient while still enjoying a quiet, homey setting.
