St Anthony's Care Home is a small board and care home in Carson, California, that serves up to 6 residents at a time, and you'll find that it goes by several names like Adult Foster Home, Residential Care Home for the Elderly, and Assisted Living Home, though it's really more of a regular home with safety features like roll-in showers and some private rooms, some with bathrooms, and shared rooms too, so older adults have some choices. Caregivers stay on site all day and night to help with things like bathing, grooming, dressing, medication management, and moving around, and they can help out more when someone needs dementia care, disease support like cancer care, or special hospice care when it's time. People get meals made for them, laundry done, and light housekeeping taken care of, so no one's got to worry much about daily chores, and there's also help with transportation for doctor's visits or going on outings, which helps folks stay connected and active.
There are activities and exercise programs, wellness programs, and chances to take part in both group and individual activities, so there's no need to feel left out, and you'll see communal living rooms made so people can talk, share meals, or just enjoy some company, which helps keep everyone's spirits up and a sense of belonging going, especially for those who feel lonely or want some familiar faces now and then. The care team uses tailored care plans for each resident based on what they need, which might be just a little help or more hands-on support, and includes help from nurses like RNs, LVNs, and CNAs for home health needs, so care gets adjusted if something changes with someone's health. Veterans can use benefits programs like VA Aides & Attendance, and respite care lets families get a short break if they need it.
St Anthony's is licensed for assisted living, so it handles the usual daily needs but not full medical care like a hospital, and the aim is to let people keep as much independence and dignity as possible, so folks don't feel like they're being taken over. There are educational resources, articles, and videos about senior care, which is helpful for families learning about options or just trying to understand what's involved. St Anthony's Care Home has been open since October 2005, and over the years, it's provided care in a home setting with flexible room options, personalized care, and an effort to support well-being for each person who stays there.
