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Joseph Street Foster Home

Joseph Street Foster Home

6 Joseph St, Houlton, ME 04730 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Joseph Street Foster Home

Age without worries at Joseph Street Foster Home, a blissful community in Houlton, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, ensuring residents take their medications as prescribed.

Enriching activities and engaging programs, including fun games and light exercises, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and meet dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With its dedicated services and purposely built amenities, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

Facility Direct Line (207) 532-1358
Facility Direct Line (207) 532-1358

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
6
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #133 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd out of 356 homes we track in Maine for bed count. 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 31 / 100 Rank #182 / 357Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 182nd out of 357 homes we track in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 239Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 239 homes we track in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 239. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
CountyAroostook
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC350

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 532-1359

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 19 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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 2024 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)

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. 03 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 100% better
Standout metricNo deficiencies on file since 2024 — the Maine average is 3.

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 1920 This facility has had 5% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (19 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 5% fewer
Inspection breakdown
12desk reviews
7on-site inspections
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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 Houlton's city center to Joseph Street Foster Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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Type of Care AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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AL
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6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
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ME AVG 36
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- 100.0% -19
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
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ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 233
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ME AVG 20
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ME AVG 36
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ME AVG 3
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ME AVG 20
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10
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ME AVG 36
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0
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ME AVG 3
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4
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22
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ME AVG 36
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1
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ME AVG 3
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3
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12
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ME AVG 36
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0
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ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 233
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Joseph Street Foster Home 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).
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

Frequently Asked Questions about Joseph Street Foster Home

Is Joseph Street Foster Home in a walkable area?

Joseph Street Foster Home has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Joseph Street Foster Home?

According to ME state health department records, Joseph Street Foster Home's license number is RCC350.

What is the occupancy rate at Joseph Street Foster Home?

Joseph Street Foster Home's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at Joseph Street Foster Home?

No, Joseph Street Foster Home has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Joseph Street Foster Home have?

Joseph Street Foster Home has 6 beds.

Has Joseph Street Foster Home had any deficiencies?

Joseph Street Foster Home has no reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

What is the address of Joseph Street Foster Home?

Joseph Street Foster Home is located at 6 Joseph St, Houlton, ME 04730.

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