Serenity Family Care 2

Serenity Family Care 2 sits beside the scenic Henry Fork River in Hickory, North Carolina, and the riverfront views from the back deck really make the place feel peaceful, so people often find it quiet and relaxing here where the small size, with only six licensed beds, means caregivers and residents get to know each other well and it's easy to keep things clean and safe, which helps lower the risk of infection. This spot works as both an assisted living and board and care home, and they help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, medications, and moving around, and folks who live here get housekeeping, laundry, and meals served right at the house with options for special diets, such as those for allergies or diabetes, while meeting in the cozy dining room for 1 or 2 prepared meals each day. Residents have fully furnished rooms with cable TV, Wi-Fi, and telephones, and there's an emergency alert system in the room, plus 24-hour supervision if someone needs help at any time, and well, because the ratio is 6 residents to every 1 staff member, you'll notice they always have time for everyone and can give care that matches each person's health history, lifestyle, and preferences by updating care plans often. The place offers help for people with needs that range from Alzheimer's and dementia to Parkinson's, Autism, Down Syndrome, or other neurological conditions. There's move-in help if someone needs it, and on-site nursing visits come every week, with extra care available by phone day and night, and pharmacy needs are handled for residents as soon as possible. They run a bunch of activities so people don't feel bored or left out, like movie nights, walking paths and gardens to stroll through, and community-sponsored events, plus there's transportation and parking for appointments or family visits, and when people want a short stay, respite care's offered too. Big changes are coming soon, since they're building riverfront houses in 2025 that'll have private, climate-controlled rooms, but right now, you'll find the family-style care, small group feel, and peaceful setting give the place a homelike charm with real attention to dignity, comfort, and daily enjoyment.