SLG Down

8 Sophie Lane, Gorham, ME 04038

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

Assisted Living

Features

Housing

  • 1 resident community capacity 1 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

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 Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

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

SLG Down is an exceptional assisted living community located in Gorham, ME. This community offers a wide range of amenities and care services to ensure that residents have everything they need to live comfortably and independently.

The dining room at SLG Down provides delicious and nutritious meals for residents, with options available to accommodate any special dietary restrictions. The community also offers a fully furnished living space, ensuring that residents feel right at home.

For those who enjoy spending time outdoors, SLG Down features a beautiful garden and outdoor space where residents can relax and soak up the sunshine. Housekeeping services are provided to keep the community clean and tidy, while move-in coordination assists new residents in transitioning smoothly into their new home.

In terms of care services, SLG Down offers assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transfers. The staff also coordinates with health care providers to ensure that all medical needs are met. Medication management is provided for those who require it, as well as special dietary restrictions for residents with specific nutrition requirements.

Transportation arrangements are available for medical appointments, ensuring that residents can easily access the care they need. Scheduled daily activities provide opportunities for socialization and engagement within the community.

SLG Down is conveniently located near several cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, and hospitals. This ensures that residents have easy access to additional amenities and services outside of the community.

Overall, SLG Down offers a welcoming and supportive environment for seniors in Gorham seeking assisted living. With its range of amenities and care services, this community promotes independence while providing the necessary support for a comfortable lifestyle.

Nearby Places of Interest

Physicians

  • Garcia Michelle MD - Mercy Gorham Crossing Primary (0.8 miles)
  • Mercy Gorham Primary Care (0.8 miles)
  • Village Hearing Care (2.5 miles)
  • Martins Point Health Care (2.8 miles)
  • Spectrum Medical Group (3.1 miles)
  • Dr. Linford J. Stillson, DO (3.1 miles)
  • Maine Medical Center - Carol Ann Dean MD (3.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital (0.8 miles)
  • Mercy Hospital (3.9 miles)
  • Maine Medical Center-Brighton Campus (6.3 miles)
  • HealthSouth (6.3 miles)
  • Mercy Hospital (6.6 miles)
  • The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital (7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Smiling Hill Farm (1.9 miles)
  • Junction Bowl (2.3 miles)
  • Sebago Brewing Company (2.3 miles)
  • Burger King (2.5 miles)
  • The Blue Pig Diner (2.5 miles)
  • China Villa (3 miles)
  • Bakers Bench (3 miles)

Parks

  • Shaw Gym (2.3 miles)
  • Thompsons Point (7 miles)

Cafes

  • Aroma Joe's (2.4 miles)
  • Roots Cafe (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (4 miles)
  • Scarborough Grounds (5.7 miles)
  • Coveside Coffee (6.8 miles)
  • Tory Hill Cafe (7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Omnicare of Maine Westbrook (2.5 miles)
  • Community Pharmacies (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3 miles)
  • Hannaford Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Target Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.9 miles)
  • Hannaford Bros (4.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Portland International Jetport (PWM) (5.2 miles)
  • PWM Baggage Claim (5.3 miles)
  • Northeast Air (5.3 miles)
  • Portland Transportation Center (6.2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Thornton Heights United Methodist Church (5.7 miles)
  • First Congregational Church (6.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Prides Corner Drive-In (6.3 miles)

Frequently Asked Questions

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