Fairport Baptist Homes has been serving seniors since 1904, using a household model where 10 to 12 residents live together in small groups, so the rooms are flanked by a central family-style country kitchen and living area, and there are no long hallways or nurses' stations, so people feel more like they're in a real home than an institution, and the residents can bring in their own furniture to make things cozy and familiar, and each person gets either a private or semi-private room that's pretty roomy compared to most places, and there's a beauty salon and barber shop right on site, and a lovely Chapel for worship, with regular spiritual programs and counseling offered. Three meals a day are served in a family dining setting, and there's a nurse or care manager on site to help develop care plans that fit each person's needs. The staff organizes a lot of social, recreational, and spiritual activities, so you see things like arts and crafts, music, exercise, gardening, and cooking, and the Activities Team always tries to come up with things people enjoy, whether that's in a group or on their own.
The care at Fairport Baptist Homes covers those who need round-the-clock medical supervision, whether it's for memory care like Alzheimer's disease, or help managing medical conditions after surgery or illness, and they provide help with bathing, dressing, feeding, and medication management. Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy are offered on site, which helps if someone needs to get stronger or recover after a hospital stay. The rehabilitation program offers support for wound care, post-stroke recovery, pulmonary needs, orthopedic care, and other health issues. Fairport Baptist Homes takes most insurances and has both residential and non-residential services, including adult day programs where people can get help with things like medication, bathing, and some therapies, all while still living at home. There's also support for independent seniors who want to stay home with services from SOFI.
The community respects independence by letting residents decide their own daily routines as much as possible, but the staff is always there to help if needed, and it's known for real relationships between the staff and residents because the groups are small and people tend to get to know each other. There's a strong volunteer program called "Volunteer at FRNC" for people who want to help out and a "Life at FRNC" program that shares stories and amenities from daily life. They've been a pioneer of the household model of care, which has spread to other facilities over the years, and the goal is to offer personal, quality care at each stage of aging, whether it's independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or community-based support. The whole place is committed to adapting to new needs and keeping a warm, community feel.
