Chamberlain Graceful Living is a 16-bed assisted living home in Allegany County, Maryland, set in a quiet area off Industrial Boulevard called Mexico Farms, close to the C&O Canal, and near Cumberland, MD. The facility offers assisted living and residential care to seniors with a team that can help day and night, seven days a week. Residents get personal care for things like bathing, dressing, and medication, as well as special help with incontinence, diabetes, and non-ambulatory care, in a community that tries to keep everyone's independence in mind. Adam Chamberlain manages facility maintenance and uses modern design and technology, while Robin Chamberlain, who has over 15 years' nursing experience in long-term care, oversees the staff and daily care.
The whole place has a comfortable décor with homelike touches, like a community dog named Gabby, and staff try to make everyone feel welcome. Residents can choose private or semi-private rooms, including wheelchair-accessible options, and there's central air to keep the place comfortable. Meals are planned by a dietitian and prepared by a culinary team, with three home-cooked meals served every day and snacks available anytime. There's a focus on good nutrition and dietary needs, and team members help residents who need extra support with mealtimes.
Chamberlain Graceful Living has indoor common areas, including large visiting rooms, a covered front porch, and a back patio with patio furniture so folks can visit or just relax. Free WiFi and computer access are available. Outdoors, residents can use a fenced courtyard, visit the fish pond, try some gardening, or walk along the scenic canal paths. The grounds are landscaped to feel peaceful and homelike. Staff provide rides to doctor's appointments and offer family caregiving resources and insurance guidance to help loved ones stay connected and supported.
There are activities to keep people engaged and social, too. The schedule includes church services, Bible studies, bingo with prizes, cookouts, picnics, movie nights, Wii and board games, group gardening, shopping trips, and sightseeing drives-so there's usually something for everyone. Social events help build a sense of belonging, and staff do their best to tailor daily routines to each person's likes and needs. Chamberlain Graceful Living provides a range of care, from more independent options to full support, all in a setting designed for comfort and ease, with a dedicated care team on hand for anything residents need.
