Brownway Residence sits at 328 School Street in Enosburg Falls, Vermont, and has been serving the community since 1986 with 24 age-restricted apartments, making room for seniors and younger people with disabilities too, so you don't have to worry about whether you'll fit in if you need accessible or adaptable space because they've got that covered with single room occupancy units and private rooms. The property falls under a Continuing Care Retirement Community, so you'll find independent living options, assisted living, nursing home care, and memory care all in one place, which means if someone's health changes, they usually don't have to move somewhere new, and there's support for assisted living, like medication management, personal care, and help with daily living. A team of nurses and caregivers gives supervision for health needs, so things like diabetic care, non-ambulatory care, incontinence care, and treatment for chronic or sudden illnesses get close attention, and there's specialized support like hospice and mental health care through Franklin County Home Health or Bayada for therapy, so you've got a full range of healthcare options under one roof. Brownway Residence Inc. owns the property, with Roslyn Brown as the legal owner, and management comes through Enosburg Falls Housing Associates, making communication straightforward since Roslyn Brown also serves as the main contact. Apartments come with rental help so tenants pay about 30% of their income for rent, and there are PBRA and New Construction/Substantial Rehab funds, all combined in the total 24-unit layout, and the status of Act 68 Certification wasn't clear the last time the information was checked, but the expiration noted was back in 2005.
Life at Brownway Residence stays simple and community-focused, with indoor areas for gathering, devotional and offsite activities, a great room, a large dining room plus a café for meal times, and flower gardens and a courtyard for time outdoors. The staff offers daily laundry and housekeeping, and night caregivers help keep things tidy, while a hairdresser comes by weekly to the salon at the beginning of A-Wing, where you can pay out of petty cash for a trim, and you just have to be sure your clothes are labeled for laundry. Residents use free Wi-Fi across the building and free telephones in common areas, but if you want a private phone in your room, you or your family will need to pay for that, and there's cable TV in three common rooms, so entertainment's easy to access.
Smoking's allowed only in certain areas, and if your family or friends want to visit, there's an open visiting policy-people can come by any time, which can mean a lot for those who value seeing loved ones regularly, and there's always a focus on honest communication between residents, staff, and families, so needs and worries get addressed head-on. Special dietary needs are accommodated in the dining area, and visitors can have meals if they give advance notice, so eating together is possible. There's a spiritual service and a Long Term Care Ombudsman who can help residents with advocacy, and you'll also find personal help with things like advanced directives and paperwork for power of attorney for those that need it. Activities include community outings, crafts, games, and movies, or private visits if group stuff isn't your style. On-site therapy for physical and occupational needs gets handled by outside providers like Franklin County Home Health or Bayada, and medical services, including labs and podiatry, are on hand with a licensed nurse. Appointment services run on weekends, and usual business hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 in the morning to 4:30 in the afternoon.
The environment aims for comfort-think home-like rather than hotel-and there's an effort to make residents feel secure and at ease, with dedicated staff who adjust care plans for each individual as needs change, so a sense of belonging and routine can grow over time. Brownway Residence has a Facebook page for updates, supports long-term care guidance for families, and keeps employment and admission forms handy online for those thinking about joining the team or moving in. Most who review the place give about a 3.8 out of 4 stars, showing that while it's not perfect, people do find good things there. All in all, Brownway Residence delivers a practical, straightforward setting for seniors and those with disabilities, aiming to meet individual needs without overpromising or making life more complicated than it needs to be.
