Overview of Brae Drive Home

Enjoy your independence at Brae Drive Home, an idyllic retreat in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also handles the busy work like housekeeping and laundry, giving residents more time to do the things they love.

Prioritizing residents’ happiness and wellness, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to highlight their interests and strengths. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its exceptional services and purposely designed amenities, residents will surely have the time of their lives.

(207) 412-2439
Bed community size
2-bed community Rank #303 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 303rd out of 357 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maine facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 38 / 100 Rank #161 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 161st out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationMarch 11, 2025
CountyHancock
License LevelLEVEL I RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCA39087

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 667-1977

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Inspection History

In Maine, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification is responsible for inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure they meet quality of care standards.

Inspection Scorecard Info 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.

Overall vs. ME average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (85% below)
Latest Inspection November 28, 2023

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 320 This facility has 85% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (3 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 85% better

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ellsworth's city center to Brae Drive Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Maine

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

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
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Portland (Back Cove)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 357
Yes
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 31
Rank #136 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #136 / 244
A+Leann Flohr34
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 3
Rank #300 / 306
0.6
Facility 0.6
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #266 / 306
Scarborough Terrace
AL
MC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 20
Rank #27 / 357
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 31
Rank #265 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #208 / 244
A+David Kingsley28
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
Avita of Stroudwater
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Westbrook (Landing Road)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #30 / 357
No
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #155 / 244
A+Tracy Hoppe21
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
Bay Square at Yarmouth
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MC
RC
Yarmouth
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 20
Rank #42 / 357
Yes
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 31
Rank #136 / 422
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83.3%
Facility 83.3%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #167 / 244
CJessica Goodell17
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #214 / 306
0.2
Facility 0.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #191 / 306
Brae Drive Home
AL
Ellsworth
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #303 / 357
No
38
Facility 38
ME AVG 31
Rank #161 / 422
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0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Brae Drive Home is located in Ellsworth, 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).
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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
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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
ME

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).
ME

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brae Drive Home

What neighborhood is Brae Drive Home in?

Brae Drive Home is in the Ellsworth neighborhood of Ellsworth.

Is Brae Drive Home in a walkable area?

Brae Drive Home has a walk score of 38. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brae Drive Home?

According to ME state health department records, Brae Drive Home's license number is RCA39087.

When does Brae Drive Home's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Brae Drive Home's license expires on March 11, 2025.

How many beds does Brae Drive Home have?

Brae Drive Home has 2 beds.

Are there photos of Brae Drive Home?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Brae Drive Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brae Drive Home?

Brae Drive Home is located at 13 Brae Dr, Ellsworth, ME 04605.

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