Somerset House sits at 395 Waterville Rd in Norridgewock, Maine, and has a small, close-knit community with just 8 beds, so you've got a quieter place for seniors who want some independence but also need help now and then and you know it's got 24-hour staff for activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, transfers, and medication management, and there's even a secure memory care setup for folks with Alzheimer's or dementia, plus they offer short-term respite stays that help out family caregivers with a break. There's a cozy dining room for meals and snacks, and they do take care with special diets for diabetes or allergies, which is important, and you get someone looking after the cleaning, laundry, and even dry cleaning, so you don't have to worry about all that upkeep anymore, and the whole building's wheelchair accessible with non-ambulatory care for people who need extra help getting around. You can find various ways to get in touch or ask questions about anything from care to customer service using their online platform, and of course there's a map feature to find your way over or see a bigger view, plus tools to get directions so families can always visit or arrange transportation, and they do offer rides out for appointments or recreation, which helps folks stay active and connected.
The community grounds stretch across 18 acres, so residents can enjoy the outdoor garden spaces, walking paths, and there are even movie nights and activities every day to keep everyone involved, engaged, and a part of things, and with internet and Wi-Fi throughout, it's easier to stay in touch with family or browse for whatever's needed. Somerset House accepts a range of folks, especially those who want to stay as independent as they can while having support handy, and with maintenance-free living included, seniors don't have to cook or clean, and there's support that fits what each person requires, from independent living setups to full medical care for those who might need skilled nursing, rehabilitation, wound care, or just that daily check-in. The home part of the property was built back in 1976 but got renovated in 2016, with solid concrete and wood construction, metal roof, a comfy fireplace, and basement bathrooms and, for those interested, they offer services and tools around real estate-so if anyone's considering selling, renting, or checking home and property values, there's always a way to get help or even list a rental for free. They've also got links with local schools and community resources, so there's a sense of being connected to the wider area, and property management systems keep everything organized about assessments, taxes, and zoning, which makes life easier for anyone living there or dealing with home details.
For those who wonder about care, Somerset House holds a Maine state PND38650 license with an official category as a Pnmi Level IV Residential Care Facility, so there's oversight to make sure everything's up to code, and since it doesn't take Medicare unless fully certified, you might want to check on payment details in advance, with prices starting at $5,313 a month, which is typically less than a nursing home would cost. There's a clear routine with staff support available round the clock, folks can pick from studio room layouts, and there's always help coordinating care with outside doctors or specialists when needed. Activities, transportation, housekeeping, meals, and even move-in coordination or help with property services-all these features aim to make life simpler, easier, and as comfortable as possible for seniors who want good care without having to give up their sense of self or independence.
