Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living is a care facility located in Milford, Massachusetts. It provides a variety of care services, primarily focusing on assisted living, along with specialized memory care tailored specifically for individuals experiencing memory loss, including Alzheimer's and other dementias. As part of the Essex Group Management Corporation, Blaire House benefits from a continuum of care aimed at addressing diverse resident needs through skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation. The facility includes a secured community designed to safely accommodate residents requiring memory care, featuring indoor walking paths to promote mobility and independence within a safe environment.
Blaire House of Milford offers a broad array of care and medical support services. The facility includes medical support such as medication management and specialized care programs for incontinence and diabetes. Physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to assist residents in maintaining and improving their functional abilities. Additional support services focus on assisting residents with ambulatory care needs. The community offers engaging activities including yoga and chair yoga sessions, contributing to a holistic approach to resident wellness. Residents also have access to a barber/beauty salon, enhancing their personal care and social interaction opportunities.
Transportation services are provided at cost for medical and non-medical purposes, giving residents options to attend appointments and participate in outings as needed. This ensures families and residents can coordinate essential travel while maintaining connection to the community and external activities.
Feedback from residents and families presents a mixed view of the facility, highlighting strengths such as a warm, caring staff and a family-oriented atmosphere with a variety of engaging activities. While several reviewers have praised the facility's cleanliness and staff communication, particularly during challenging periods like the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns about insufficient staffing and variability in cleanliness, especially in the memory care unit, have been noted. Despite these concerns, many families appreciate the supportive environment offered by Blaire House, though they underscore the necessity for ongoing improvements in staffing and maintenance to uphold a consistent quality of care.
Costs at this community start at $3,657 and range up to $5,900. The average price in the community is $4,778, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,718. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.