Petra House Waiver sits in Waterville, Maine, as part of a trusted network of assisted living homes, and you'll find it's a Level III Residential Care Facility with Maine license RCC2163, which means state and local governments regulate it for safety and standards, and while there are only three beds, that gives it a close-knit and personalized feel, where staff and residents really get to know each other, and the setting allows seniors to have Level III care with support available day and night, so families can feel some peace of mind when they're worried about their loved ones needing more help.
People staying here get help with daily tasks like dressing, bathing, getting in and out of bed, and eating, and for those who need extra attention, the staff is trained for memory care-things like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's-plus on-site nurses, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and even specialized services like feeding by spoon or help with taking medicine, so needs large and small are met, with that constant 24/7 support you want in a place like this, and every room-whether it's a studio, shared apartment, or a one-bedroom-comes with safety features like keyless entry, panic buttons, non-slip floors, and in-room pull cords.
People don't have to worry about cooking or cleaning, since all meals-including a pureed menu for those who need it-are prepared fresh, laundry is handled, housekeeping gets done, and residents can enjoy all sorts of daily activities: movie nights in the on-site theatre, games and art, creative programs, book time in the library, birthday celebrations, and even walks on the tree-lined grounds or in the landscaped courtyard when the weather's nice, and for folks needing to get to appointments, transportation is available.
Visitors have expanded hours, which makes it easier for family to drop in, and there are even arrangements for family to stay, which, having been through it myself, is something a lot of people appreciate when they want to stay close in difficult times, while seniors have help keeping their independence-with choices about how they live, flexible care for each person's needs, and things like maintenance-free living, so they aren't stuck worrying about chores or repairs.
With licensed care, individual care plans, regular health checks, access to a therapy room, and daily social opportunities, Petra House Waiver focuses on giving older adults a safe and comfortable space in the Waterville community, and while it's a small place with only three beds, sometimes that's what makes it feel more like home.
