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West Forrest in Harlem, GA

West Forrest is an assisted living community in Harlem, GA.

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280 West Forrest Street, Harlem, GA 30814

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Features

Housing

  • 12 resident community capacity 12 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home

Amenities

  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Bush (21 miles away) Bush (21 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

West Forrest in Harlem, GA is a board and care home that provides a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors who require assistance with their daily activities. The community offers a range of amenities to enhance the living experience of its residents.

Residents at West Forrest can enjoy delicious meals served in the spacious dining room, eliminating the need for cooking or grocery shopping. The fully furnished accommodations ensure that residents feel at home from the moment they move in. The beautiful garden provides a serene outdoor space where residents can relax, socialize, or engage in gardening activities.

Housekeeping services are provided to ensure a clean and well-maintained living environment. Additionally, the community offers move-in coordination assistance to make the transition as seamless as possible for new residents. Residents can stay connected with family and friends through telephone and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access.

The dedicated caregivers at West Forrest provide assistance with various activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. They also coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure that residents receive appropriate medical attention when needed. For individuals with diabetes or special dietary restrictions, personalized meal plans are available. Medication management services help to ensure that residents take their medications correctly and on time.

Transportation arrangements for medical appointments are made by the community, allowing residents to attend their doctor's visits conveniently. Scheduled daily activities provide opportunities for socialization and engagement within the community. For those who prefer to dine out or attend religious services, there are two restaurants and a place of worship located nearby.

Overall, West Forrest in Harlem, GA aims to provide exceptional care and support to its residents while fostering an inclusive and vibrant senior living community.

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Harlem, Georgia, this area offers a variety of amenities for seniors looking to settle down in a peaceful and convenient location. With several restaurants including Red Oak Manor and Kiosco Mexican Restaurant nearby, residents have plenty of dining options to choose from. There are also pharmacies like Walmart Pharmacy and Barney's Pharmacy for easy access to medication. For those seeking spiritual fulfillment, there are multiple places of worship such as Southern Baptist Convention and Salem Church within a short distance. Additionally, the presence of healthcare facilities like Augusta University Medical Center and Serenity Behavioral Health System ensures that seniors have access to quality medical care when needed. Parks like Patriots Park provide opportunities for outdoor recreation, while transportation services like Hunt's U-Haul make traveling around town hassle-free. Overall, this part of Harlem offers a well-rounded environment for seniors seeking a comfortable and convenient place to call home.

Restaurants

  • Red Oak Manor (0.3 miles)
  • Huddle House (0.5 miles)
  • Pizza Hut (6.6 miles)
  • Sonic Drive-In (7.1 miles)
  • Kiosco Mexican Restaurant (7.2 miles)
  • Wife Saver (7.3 miles)
  • Armando's Grill and Pizzeria (7.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Southern Baptist Convention (3.6 miles)
  • Simonia Baptist Church (5.6 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (7.9 miles)
  • Salem Church (9 miles)
  • Southern Baptist Convention (9.7 miles)
  • Kilpatrick Baptist Association (9.8 miles)
  • Sweetwater Baptist Church (9.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walmart Pharmacy (6.7 miles)
  • ""Walmart Stores"" (6.7 miles)
  • Barney's Pharmacy (7.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (7.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (7.6 miles)
  • Kroger Marketplace Pharmacy (8.1 miles)
  • Fort Gordon Exchange Pharmacy (10.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (7.9 miles)
  • Panera Bread (8.3 miles)

Physicians

  • Center for Primary Care (8 miles)
  • Augusta University Medical Center (8.3 miles)
  • DDEAMC Internal Medicine (11 miles)
  • Mc Duffie Mental Health Clinic (11.2 miles)
  • Serenity Behavioral Health System (11.3 miles)
  • Family Care Group (11.3 miles)
  • Dr Bukk (11.3 miles)

Parks

  • Patriots Park (8.5 miles)
  • E.R. Park (8.9 miles)
  • Mc Duffie County Recreation (10.5 miles)
  • Sweetwater Park (11.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Hunt's U-Haul (10.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Ddeamc (11 miles)
  • McDuffie County Hospital (11.4 miles)
  • University Hospital Mcduffie (11.4 miles)
  • Thomson Health & Rehabilitation (11.6 miles)

Theaters

  • Thomson Twin Cinema (11.2 miles)

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