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Ideally situated in the lively setting of South Portland, ME, Skillings Street is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. The community also helps with residents’ daily living activities and personal needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Here, residents have more opportunities to focus on recreation, as housekeeping and laundry services are also provided.
Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, exciting events and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%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.
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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 0.5 | 1.5 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.1 | 0.2 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 20 | This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (8 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 60% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on August 22, 2024, found deficiencies related to a missing signed Assisted Housing Appendix A contract for the resident. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear. The main issue identified involved documentation requirements for resident agreements. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without additional data, it is not possible to determine a trend in compliance over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Building Type: Single-story
3.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from South Portland's city center to Skillings Street's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Skillings Street is located in South Portland, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| The Heron House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cumberland Foreside | 24 | Yes | 1 | - | 87.5% | - | Ron Lessard | 5 | 2 | 6 | 1.2 |
| Wescott Road |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Thornton Heights) | 4 | No | 50 | - | 100.0% | - | Zoe Sweet | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Skillings Street |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Cash Corner) | 2 | No | 48 | - | 50.0% | - | - | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0.1 |
| Atrium At Cedars |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Portland (North Deering) | - | Yes | 54 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Park Danforth |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Portland (North Deering) | - | Yes | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A | - | - | - | - | - |
Skillings Street is in the Cash Corner neighborhood of South Portland.
Skillings Street has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
According to ME state health department records, Skillings Street's license number is RCA39396.
According to ME state health department records, Skillings Street's license expires on July 11, 2025.
Skillings Street's occupancy is 50%.
Skillings Street has 2 beds.
Skillings Street is located at 30 Skillings St., South Portland, ME 04106.
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