Tammy's Foster Home is a small, intimate care community located in Van Buren, Maine, designed to provide high-quality assisted living services to seniors. With a capacity to care for up to three residents at a time, the focus is on creating a safe, loving, and enriching environment that feels like home. The caregivers at Tammy's Foster Home are dedicated to assisting residents with their activities of daily living, offering personalized support with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and more. The approach is to ensure that every individual receives the attention and respect they deserve, promoting independence where possible while providing assistance when needed.
One of the standout features at Tammy's Foster Home is its emphasis on home-cooked meals. Residents enjoy three delicious, homemade dishes each day prepared with attention to any specific dietary needs or medical conditions, such as hypertension or diabetes. In addition to carefully crafted meals, Tammy’s Foster Home offers a variety of activity programs designed to keep residents engaged and active. These activities may include music therapy, pet therapy, board games, planned outdoor trips, and social events. Exercise and health programs are also part of the routine, aiming to support both physical and mental well-being.
Amenities at Tammy's Foster Home go beyond the basics to ensure residents have access to spaces and services that make daily life enjoyable and fulfilling. The facility may offer a reading room, hot tub, sauna, fitness room, outdoor areas for fresh air and recreation, and spaces for art and music programs. Entertainment options like movie nights, workout programs, and social evening events add to the sense of community and connection among residents. The inclusion of a mobile barber or hairdresser further enhances the comfort and convenience, allowing residents to maintain their grooming routines without leaving their home environment.
Residents at Tammy’s Foster Home can also benefit from transportation coordination, whether it’s for doctor’s appointments, shopping outings, or spiritual services. This support ensures that seniors remain connected to the broader community and maintain their independence as much as possible. The overall philosophy at Tammy’s Foster Home is to provide care that adapts to each resident’s unique needs and preferences, from individual or shared bedrooms to specific support requirements.
Tammy’s Foster Home offers a starting rate for assisted living services that is competitively priced for the area, with costs influenced by the level of care, type of room, amenities, and the results of a personal care assessment. The care team is attentive to shifting needs, recognizing that every resident’s journey with aging is different. By fostering a welcoming home-like setting, providing nutritious meals, engaging activities, and compassionate care, Tammy’s Foster Home aims to support seniors in living rich, dignified lives surrounded by warmth and understanding.