Watson House Community Care sits at 18 Prospect St, North Bennington, Vermont, in a big house built back in 1893 with stories about it maybe being a Sears "kit home" from the Craftsman era, and you can see old house charm in the foundation and details. The facility's been running as a community care home for decades, looking after seniors in a homelike setting. The building has a large addition from a few decades ago, making a big, bright living area. There's a massive, dry, unfinished basement that could have many uses, an upstairs with several more bedrooms and two bathrooms, and a concrete ramp at the back for easier access. You'll find 10 bedrooms, and each one comes with its own bathroom, a closet, individual heat, an emergency call button, and a good bit of privacy; all told, the house has 11 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms in total, with 9 full bathrooms, and the structure runs over 9,000 square feet so there's quite a bit of space for people to move around and for different activities, plus the big open hallway helps it feel bright inside.
Residents get to pick between studio units, shared living quarters, and one-bedroom suites, with both private and semi-private arrangements, and there's case management, respite care, assisted living, and independent living levels depending on what the person needs. The facility offers care like help with bathing, dressing, medication, scheduled reminders, housekeeping, incontinence care, support for folks with Parkinson's, rehab services, and help for people who can't walk or get around well anymore. Staff give scheduled help with meals, and there are well-balanced menus-even for dietary needs like allergies or diabetes-with a dedicated team working in the kitchen. Housekeeping, laundry, scheduled transportation, and move-in coordination are all included, and there's an emergency alert system in rooms for safety.
Watson House Community Care is a family-owned and operated center with eight employees and a business owner named Mr. Peter Morris, and the staff is known for being friendly, warm, and attentive. There are healthcare staff on-site and supervision 24 hours a day. The Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living provides an associate, and the Vermont Division of Licensing and Protection oversees the facility. Watson House Community Care isn't a BBB accredited business, but it's longstanding in the area, with a focus on personalized care while helping people stay as independent as possible.
For activities, there are daily programs like arts and crafts, movies, bingo, exercise, bus trips, and picnics. There's a barber and beauty shop, massage service, pharmacy, concierge, home health service, walking paths, gardens, community rooms for leisure, and private dining choices. Cable TV and internet are available, as is WiFi and phone service in rooms, and there's a cafe and laundry on site. Outside, the grounds have spots for fresh air and walking, with amenities close by like grocery stores and healthcare centers, including Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics Bennington. Families can enjoy time together with group activities, movie nights, games, and outings. The facility accepts different payment options and offers several floor plans to choose from, and residents get medical, dental, podiatry, lab assessments, and physical therapy services arranged through outside providers. Watson House Community Care offers Alzheimer's care, has nursing care for more complex needs, and keeps a focus on simple, compassionate support for each resident in a setting where people know each other's names and try to make everyone comfortable.
