Overview of Hilltop Home

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Ellsworth, ME, Hilltop Home is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication management is also available to ensure residents take their medicines as prescribed.

Fun activities and engaging programs, including light exercises and community events, are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Mealtimes also promote social interactions with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

(207) 667-0344
Bed community size
3-bed community Rank #247 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 247th out of 357 homes in Maine for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maine SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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: 59 / 100 Rank #77 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 422 homes in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 247Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 247 homes in Maine for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 247. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
3 / 3
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationMarch 11, 2025
CountyHancock
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC2383

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.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 5 deficiencies 7 inspections

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.

Since 2023 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (67% above)
• Deficiencies per year (70% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (250% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (65% below)
Latest Inspection May 7, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 53 This facility has 67% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (5 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 67% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2023. 1.71 This facility has 70% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1.7 vs. ME avg 1).↑ 70% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.70.2 This facility has 250% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.7 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 250% worse

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. 720 This facility has 65% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (7 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 65% better

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

  • May 6, 2025 biennial survey found two deficiencies: missing PRN standing orders on medication administration records and failure to maintain personal property lists for Resident #2.
  • June 6, 2023 biennial survey found failure to maintain a resident’s personal property list, repeating the same documentation issue noted in 2025.
  • No complaints were substantiated, but medication record and personal property documentation deficiencies have persisted over two consecutive surveys.

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 0.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Ellsworth's city center to Hilltop Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Hilltop 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).
ME

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hilltop Home

What neighborhood is Hilltop Home in?

Hilltop Home is in the Ellsworth neighborhood of Ellsworth.

Is Hilltop Home in a walkable area?

Hilltop Home has a walk score of 59. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Hilltop Home?

According to ME state health department records, Hilltop Home's license number is RCC2383.

When does Hilltop Home's license expire?

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

What is the occupancy rate at Hilltop Home?

Hilltop Home's occupancy is 100%.

How many beds does Hilltop Home have?

Hilltop Home has 3 beds.

Are there photos of Hilltop Home?

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

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