Rome Home, located on the corner of Washington and Thomas streets in Rome, NY, serves seniors who need help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, medication management, and hygiene, and it's good for those who can't live safely alone but don't need round-the-clock nursing care, and you'll find residents with different levels of independence here, from mostly independent folks to those who need hands-on help throughout the day, and the building was formerly known as the Rome Home and now works as part of Abraham House, which also has a home in Utica, bringing the total beds for terminally ill care up to eight across both sites and offering six beds right in Rome for seniors needing end of life support, and the place wants to be a safe and loving home for people facing serious illness, with a focus on comfort, dignity, and respect in one's final days, so families can spend quality time together in a calm and warm setting.
There's assisted living options, intermediate levels of care, and memory care for people with cognitive problems, plus respite care for short-term stays, and staff give help with mobility, washing, bathroom needs, and personal care, all with a friendly and dedicated approach, and there's a strong focus on serving terminally ill guests and supporting families with kindness and knowledge, so no one goes through the process alone.
The facility is licensed for up to 19 seniors, offers private or semi-private rooms, and makes sure rooms come fully furnished, and there are different floor plans, with some apartments having a garage, in-unit laundry, pet-friendly spaces, hardwood floors, and granite countertops, and common areas include a reading room, fitness room, hot tub, sauna, barber or beauty shop, and plenty of spots outside for fresh air, so folks have places to gather and enjoy daily life or quiet moments.
You'll find activities like daily workouts, music, art, movies, community events, and planned outings, making it easier for residents to stay social and active, and there's support to get to doctor appointments, errands, or religious services, with transportation coordination included, and meals are planned to be nutritious and served in a shared dining room for social time and good food, and there's a team for routine upkeep and maintenance, so residents don't have to worry about repairs or chores.
Safety's a priority, with various features to prevent falls and support those who need it, and there's a sense here of a real home where comfort, companionship, and community stories matter, all under the guidance of the Omega Home Network, a 501(c)(3) public charity, and the Abraham House organization, with a focus on emotional support, compassionate care, and end of life dignity for every resident.
