Abbot House, located at 76 West Road in Abbot, Maine, is a small and quiet senior community with just six beds, so things stay personal and calm, and you don't feel crowded or lost in a big place, which a lot of folks like, and there are studio room layouts that come fully furnished and have smart designs with lots of closets for storage, plus a dining room where residents can eat together, and there's all-day dining so meals are available when needed and special diets get taken care of, including diets for diabetes and other health issues or allergies, and for folks who want company, there are scheduled daily activities like board games, birthday parties, music therapy, and even pet therapy if someone's missing a furry friend, and these activities change things up, with movie nights, crafts, social evening events, and even a book room for the folks who like a quiet read, and then there's a garden outside with walking paths and space to sit, whether for fresh air, outdoor relaxation, or just to listen to the birds.
Abbot House supports people who have different needs, whether someone needs a little help with daily life, like bathing, getting dressed, or moving around the place, or more involved support with things like medication management, two-person transfers, help eating, or memory care for folks with Alzheimer's, and there are detailed health care plans for each resident based on senior care standards, plus regular health checks and ongoing screenings, which helps keep small problems from turning into big ones, and they also offer skilled nursing care, hospice care for those going through end-of-life issues, and even respite care to give a regular caregiver a break.
Technology wise, residents can use the phone in their rooms, enjoy Wi-Fi and high-speed internet, and there's cable or satellite TV for folks who like their shows, and the apartments are set up for safety, with emergency pendants to call for help if someone falls or needs assistance fast, and the community always has staff awake and available around the clock, plus there's a barber or hairdresser who comes in, and laundry, dry cleaning, and housekeeping are handled so folks don't have to worry about chores piling up.
Transportation is arranged for doctor visits, shopping, or getting to religious services, and residents have support for career planning and job development, especially for adults with intellectual disabilities or autism in the Greater Bangor Area, as Abbot House works with different age groups and needs, offering shared living and community support services, and the staff tries hard to know every resident and help each person hold onto self-respect, abilities, and goals, so folks can be a part of the community and feel proud of what they do, whether that's joining in on wellness and fitness programs, doing purposeful work, or just finding a quiet corner in the library to read.
Amenities cover what most people might need, from a hot tub and steam room or health area, to computers and a big list of community events and property resources like property tax information and the Redfin Estimate on the place, plus parking and support for small pets, so someone doesn't have to give up their animal if they consider it family, and when it comes to meals, three prepared every day, with options for all dietary needs, served right in the dining room, and there's a caring staff trying to pay close attention to individual needs, whether that's for daily support or more advanced medical care.
People seem to like Abbot House, as shown by a strong Seniorly Community Score of 4.8, and many families feel comfortable knowing that comprehensive care, regular activities, and friendly staff create a caring environment, so if someone wants a cozy, supportive, and personal senior living place with a range of health supports and lots of day-to-day comforts, this small Maine community might be just the kind of spot where seniors and people needing a little more help can find a bit of peace.
