Vargas Certified Family Home in Meridian, Idaho, sits in a quiet neighborhood with well-kept homes and has room for up to twelve residents, so it feels smaller and closer than some places. The house offers private rooms, semi-private rooms, and studios, all with different monthly prices, and some with kitchenettes if residents like to cook simple things now and then. The place allows both independent living and assisted living, so some folks do more for themselves, while others get help when needed, and there's always 24/7 care for those who need it. Staff help with bathing, dressing, getting around, cleaning, and even managing medicines, and there's always a nurse around, with a doctor on call.
Seniors who have Alzheimer's or other memory problems get specialized support, with features like wander guard systems, locked gates, and safe walking paths so folks can enjoy the flower gardens, butterfly spots, and waterfall in the backyard without worry. There are services for incontinence care, physical therapy, and daily support for things like grocery shopping or special meals, and meals come three times a day with snacks and can fit different diets, whether that means less salt, vegetarian, or even kosher food. The home lets people keep pets like dogs or cats, so company's never far away, and it's set up for wheelchair access everywhere, with Wi-Fi to stay connected.
There's plenty to do each day, with arts and crafts, gardening in raised beds, movie times, cards, or just visits in the lounge or on the outdoor patios, and the activity calendar covers social, learning, and fun events. Residents can use the beauty salon, barber shop, computer area, woodworking space, and library, and outings are planned for shopping or lunch at restaurants. Transportation is provided if someone needs a ride to see a doctor or go into town. The environment at Vargas Certified Family Home isn't fancy, but it's cozy and quiet, with caring staff who try to make each person's days comfortable, safe, and as enjoyable as possible. The home is convenient to local cafés, parks, medical offices, and hospitals, so it's easy for friends and family to visit or for residents to get out for errands. The aim here, really, is to offer a good balance of health care, activity, and friendship, tailored so each person gets just what they need, no more and no less.