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Freese’s Assisted Living Program
Freese’s Assisted Living Program provides assisted living in Bangor, ME. Residents receive support with personal care and medications, along with prepared meals, while 24-hour care staff are available for ongoing assistance. The 39-bed community may be a good fit for someone who needs help with these daily needs while living in an assisted living apartment.
Residents have one-bedroom apartments with all utilities included, so utility costs are part of the housing arrangement. A library offers a place to read on site, and the community room provides shared space for residents to gather. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when they move in.
The area has a Walk Score of 95 out of 100 and is a walker’s paradise, meaning daily errands do not require a car; a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Assistance with arranging transportation is also available. Christine Rice is the administrator.
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About this community
Freese’s Assisted Living Program is administered by Christine Rice.
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
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.
• Deficiency Count (100% below)
• Inspections With Deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
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This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
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0 | 8.9 | This facility has 100% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 8.9).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total inspections
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3 | 6.1 | This facility has had 51% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (3 vs. ME avg 6.1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 51% fewer |
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Inspections With Deficiencies
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0 | 1.7 | This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 1.7).↓ 100% better |
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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.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
RESC (Residential Care):
Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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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| Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer |
AL
MC
RESC
|
Brewer |
72
Facility
72
ME AVG
17
Rank
#23 / 329
| No |
49
Facility
49
ME AVG
35
Rank
#92 / 306
| Private / Shared |
94.4%
Facility
94.4%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#122 / 223
| - | Bridgette Keegan | 8 |
2
Facility
2
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#200 / 230
|
3
Facility
3
ME AVG
3
Rank
#156 / 230
|
0.4
Facility
0.4
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#100 / 230
|
| Westgate Manor |
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
|
Bangor |
65
Facility
65
ME AVG
17
Rank
#26 / 329
| No |
23
Facility
23
ME AVG
35
Rank
#168 / 306
| - |
97.1%
Facility
97.1%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#115 / 223
| A- | Brenda Pierce | 10 |
3
Facility
3
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#221 / 230
|
18
Facility
18
ME AVG
3
Rank
#224 / 230
|
1.8
Facility
1.8
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#215 / 230
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| Freese’s Assisted Living Program |
AL
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Bangor |
39
Facility
39
ME AVG
17
Rank
#50 / 329
| No |
95
Facility
95
ME AVG
35
Rank
#3 / 306
| - |
82.1%
Facility
82.1%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#162 / 223
| - | Christine Rice | 3 |
0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 230
|
0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 230
|
0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 230
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| Winterberry Heights Senior Living |
AL
MC
RC
|
Bangor |
29
Facility
29
ME AVG
17
Rank
#68 / 329
| No |
36
Facility
36
ME AVG
35
Rank
#135 / 306
| - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#1 / 223
| - | Mark Stewart | 2 |
1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#97 / 230
|
1
Facility
1
ME AVG
3
Rank
#95 / 230
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0.5
Facility
0.5
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#102 / 230
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| Hathaway House |
AL
|
Bangor (Tree Streets) |
2
Facility
2
ME AVG
17
Rank
#276 / 329
| No |
79
Facility
79
ME AVG
35
Rank
#21 / 306
| - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#1 / 223
| - | - | 1 |
0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 230
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0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 230
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0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 230
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
Freese’s Assisted Living Program is located in BANGOR, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Freese’s Assisted Living Program
Is Freese’s Assisted Living Program in a walkable area?
Freese’s Assisted Living Program has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
What is the license number of Freese’s Assisted Living Program?
According to ME state health department records, Freese’s Assisted Living Program's license number is ALP377.
When does Freese’s Assisted Living Program's license expire?
According to ME state health department records, Freese’s Assisted Living Program's license expires on September 4, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Freese’s Assisted Living Program?
Freese’s Assisted Living Program's occupancy is 82.1%.
Are pets allowed at Freese’s Assisted Living Program?
No, Freese’s Assisted Living Program has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Freese’s Assisted Living Program?
Christine Rice is the administrator of Freese’s Assisted Living Program.
How many beds does Freese’s Assisted Living Program have?
Freese’s Assisted Living Program has 39 beds.
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