Chamberlain I is an assisted living community in Brewer, ME.
Information last verified:
292 Chamberlain Street, Brewer, ME 04412
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Features
Housing
3 resident community capacity
Types of Care
Assisted Living
Amenities
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
Transportation
Bangor International (4 miles away)
Care Services
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers
Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments
Dining
Diabetes diet
Special dietary restrictions
Activities
Community-sponsored activities
Scheduled daily activities
Description
Chamberlain I in Brewer, ME is a fully furnished assisted living community that offers a range of amenities to enhance the comfort and convenience of its residents. The community features a dining room where delicious and nutritious meals are served, taking into consideration any special dietary restrictions. Housekeeping services ensure that the living spaces are kept clean and tidy.
Residents can enjoy outdoor space and gardens, providing a peaceful environment for relaxation or socializing with friends and family. Wi-Fi/high-speed internet is available throughout the community, allowing residents to stay connected with their loved ones or engage in online activities.
The care services provided at Chamberlain I include assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. Health care providers are also coordinated with to ensure seamless medical care for residents. Medication management is offered to support residents in safely managing their medications.
Transportation arrangement for medical needs and doctors' appointments is available for the convenience of residents. Scheduled daily activities keep residents engaged and entertained within the community.
In terms of nearby attractions and amenities, Chamberlain I benefits from its proximity to various cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals. This ensures easy access to essential services and entertainment options for both residents and their visitors.
Overall, Chamberlain I provides a comfortable and supportive environment where seniors can enjoy their independence while receiving the necessary assistance for their daily needs.
Nearby Places of Interest
Restaurants
Kosta's Restaurant & Bar (0.1 miles)
Taco Bell (0.2 miles)
Brewster's Fine Food & Drink (0.2 miles)
Subway (0.3 miles)
McDonald's (0.4 miles)
The Lobster Net (0.7 miles)
Ruby Tuesday (1 miles)
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.1 miles)
Wellness Connection of Maine (0.8 miles)
Dickens, Margie - Pchc Brewer Medical Center (1.2 miles)
Shaw's Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
Northern Light Health (1.5 miles)
Miller Drug (1.6 miles)
Northern Light Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
Physicians
Family Medicine of Brewer (0.2 miles)
EMMC Family Medicine (0.2 miles)
Brewer Family Medicine (0.3 miles)
Francis Kathleen Penobscot Community Health Cr Bangor (1.4 miles)
Rheumatology And Anemia Management Clinic (1.4 miles)
Bangor Family Healthcare (1.5 miles)
Joseph Lawrence Benoit (1.6 miles)
Places of Worship
Clearwater Spiritualist Church (0.7 miles)
First United Methodist Church (2.9 miles)
Parks
Brewer Off Road Park (1 miles)
Chapin Park (1.7 miles)
City of Bangor Parks & Recreation (2.4 miles)
Bangor Dog Park (2.9 miles)
Transportation
Uhaul (1.3 miles)
Central Maine & Quebec Railway (1.5 miles)
Dick's Taxi (2.2 miles)
Hospitals
Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (1.4 miles)
Sleep Center of Maine (1.6 miles)
EMMC - Grant 6 West (1.6 miles)
EMMC - Outpatient Surgery Center (1.6 miles)
Northern Light Eastern Maine (1.7 miles)
EMMC - Grant 6 East (2 miles)
St Joseph Hospital (2.3 miles)
Theaters
Queen City Cinema Club (1.5 miles)
Cafes
West Market Square Artisan Coffeehouse (1.5 miles)
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