Thomaston Manor sits over in Thomaston, Georgia, as a small senior living community with only twelve licensed beds, and what you get here is more of a home-like setting, the kind where board and care or personal care homes feel familiar and not too large, which can be better for folks who like being in a quieter spot. The place is built to help seniors with daily needs, and the staff stay on duty 24/7 to help with things like bathing, dressing, moving around, and keeping track of medications, and they check in regularly, so people don't have to worry about being left alone if they need anything during the day or night. The building's secured with locked doors and proper security systems since they look after people with Alzheimer's or other memory loss, and there are special Alzheimer's and dementia programs, mostly focused on safety and keeping people engaged but not overwhelmed.
Residents live in either semi-private rooms, one-bedroom units, or small studio-type spaces that come furnished, and you'll also find things like a dining room for shared meals, specially planned menus for people with diabetes or high blood pressure, snacks available through the day, and the option for private dining if someone wants it. The meals can be adjusted for allergies or clinical diets, and an on-site dietitian plans things out, which is important for those who have to keep a closer watch on what they eat. Thomaston Manor organizes daily activities - music and animal therapy, tabletop games, movie nights, creative groups, workout classes, and sometimes trips outside, including doctor appointments or errands, often with transportation set up so people don't have to figure that out on their own.
There are outdoor gardens, safe walking paths, a reading room, fitness or steam room, a barber and beauty shop with mobile hairdressing, and the staff can coordinate with healthcare providers and handle move-in tasks to make things easier for the families moving a loved one over. The place runs as a Personal Care Home, meaning it doesn't count as a medical facility like a hospital or nursing home, and while Medicare acceptance depends on extra certifications, the standards are watched by local authorities like the Department of Aging or Veterans Services. For those who need it, there's help with grooming, incontinence care, laundry, housework, and even transportation to church if needed, plus there's an emergency alert system in each living space.
While the building's best for those needing daily help or dealing with memory loss, there are also options for more independent folks, with housekeeping, meal plans, laundry, and some private parking available. Staff help keep the rooms and common areas clean, organize daily activities, and offer support with things like moving from place to place, so residents can keep up their strength and routines. Thomaston Manor isn't big, but it's got services arranged for both independent and assisted living, with some memory care to cover folks with more challenging needs, and the aim seems to be to make things steady and safe, with enough extras - like game rooms, movies, chapel, and all-day snacks - to keep people from feeling left out or bored.
