Round Pond Green

Round Pond Green sits on a quiet, scenic waterfront in Bristol, Maine, right at 1410 ME-32, and it's a small place with just six units, so you tend to get to know everyone and the staff is always there, day and night, if you need anything, even in the middle of the night. The building's for seniors who still want to live mostly on their own but occasionally need some help, whether that's with bathing, changing, or moving about, and nurses handle medications and personal care, so there's real support for folks with complex needs like memory care for dementia or help managing diabetes and incontinence. The six apartments come furnished, and each one's got its own kitchen and private bath, but there are also community rooms-lounges, a dining room, and places to sit and look outside, plus there's a salon and barbershop, and it's common for people to gather for community-sponsored activities, movie nights, or a walk on the outdoor paths or in the gardens if the weather's good. Meals get made from local ingredients and fit with dietary needs, like if someone's got allergies or diabetes, and everyone eats together in the dining room. Residents who smoke have a permitted area outside, and there are emergency alert systems in every apartment, too, in case something happens. Staff handles laundry, housekeeping, move-in help, and scheduling everything from meals to medical visits, and transportation is available if folks need to get to appointments or the store. The facility works with Elder Care Network, and both MaineCare and private-pay options are welcome, which helps a lot of people. There are programs for socializing, daily exercise, education, and even volunteer connections if anyone wants to get involved. The space feels safe, supervision's always provided, and medical services-like medication management and help for folks who aren't ambulatory-are all part of the package, so it's a practical spot for people who want to stay active and as independent as they can, but still want the reassurance of someone looking out for them, and with all these features, it's pretty straightforward, aiming to keep things clear, easy, and comfortable for its residents.