Billie’s Arch

Q: What neighborhood is Billie’s Arch in?

Billie’s Arch is in the Houlton neighborhood of Houlton.

Q: Is Billie’s Arch in a walkable area?

Billie’s Arch has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Q: What is the license number of Billie’s Arch?

According to ME state health department records, Billie’s Arch's license number is RCF1795.

Q: When does Billie’s Arch's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Billie’s Arch's license expires on December 11, 2027.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Billie’s Arch?

Billie’s Arch's occupancy is 67%.

Q: Who is the administrator of Billie’s Arch?

Billie Jo Davis is the administrator of Billie’s Arch.

Overview of Billie’s Arch

Experience a worry-free retirement at Billie’s Arch, a blissful community in Houlton, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities and unique needs 24/7 to maintain their independence without worries. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care, ensuring residents’ convenience.

Light exercises and fun events are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Catering to residents’ nutritional needs and tastes, a variety of healthy dining options are served. Residents can also travel conveniently with transportation services. With its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures residents are well-cared for.

(207) 532-3952

6-bed community

A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.

20 years in operation

A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 62 / 100

Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

67%

Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%

Occupied beds

4 / 6

Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Housing

StatusActive

ExpirationDecember 11, 2027

CountyAroostook

License LevelRESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY

License NumberRCF1795

Billie’s Arch is administrated by Billie Jo Davis.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMs. Billie Jo Davis, Owner

Total Employees

Full-Time Employees

Fax+1 (207) 532-6576

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Since 2023 · 3 years of data 11 deficiencies 30 inspections

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Maine state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2023 vs. Maine state average

Overall vs. ME average

Latest Inspection November 12, 2025

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	ME Average	vs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	11	3	This facility has 267% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (11 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 267% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2023.	3.7	1	This facility has 270% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (3.7 vs. ME avg 1).↑ 270% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.4	0.2	This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.4 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 100% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	ME Average	vs. ME Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	30	20	This facility has 50% more total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (30 vs. ME avg 20).↑ 50% worse

Inspection breakdown

21on-site inspections

9desk reviews

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

November 12, 2025 renewal survey found 4 deficiencies, including missing bond proof, liability insurance, APS checks for 2 employees, and infection control training for 2 staff.
April 10, 2024 monitoring survey cited 7 deficiencies with repeated safety and sanitation issues like prohibited heaters, missing smoke detectors, and improper toxic material storage.
Complaint investigations in 2023 and 2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed substantial compliance with licensing and infection control regulations.

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What does this home offer?

Building Type: 2-story

Housekeeping Services

Social and Recreational Activities

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Houlton's city center to Billie’s Arch's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Billie’s Arch is located in Houlton, Maine.
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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability

General Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Rural access emphasized.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals ($6/meal) Adult day services ($60/day)

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Age —

General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.

Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $40,000 individual

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits

In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+

General Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.

Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits

24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+

General Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,000/month varies by AAA

Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits

Personal care (20-30 hours/week) PERS Adult day care Home modifications

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+

General Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, 80% AMI, varies by county

Asset Limits Not specified; focus on income.

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits

Wheelchair ramps Grab bars Roof repairs (up to $20,000/project)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+

General Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.

Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits

Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age —

General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.

Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A

Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits

Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+

General Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.

Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).

Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits

Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.


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What neighborhood is Billie’s Arch in?

Billie’s Arch is in the Houlton neighborhood of Houlton.

Is Billie’s Arch in a walkable area?

Billie’s Arch has a walk score of 62. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Billie’s Arch?

According to ME state health department records, Billie’s Arch's license number is RCF1795.

When does Billie’s Arch's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Billie’s Arch's license expires on December 11, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Billie’s Arch?

Billie’s Arch's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Billie’s Arch?

Billie Jo Davis is the administrator of Billie’s Arch.

How many beds does Billie’s Arch have?

Billie’s Arch has 6 beds.

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