Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Parker Ridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Blue Hill, ME
Parker Ridge
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · Blue Hill, ME
Overview of Parker Ridge
Parker Ridge is a 47-bed assisted living and independent living community located at 63 Parker Ridge Lane in Blue Hill, Maine. The community offers independent living apartments, assisted living suites, and retirement cottages.
The facility currently operates at 102% occupancy, with 48 residents in 47 licensed beds. This is significantly higher than the Maine average of 83.1%. Due to this high capacity, families should inquire about current availability and waitlist status before making a placement decision.
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification, has conducted 10 inspections at this facility, matching the state average. The most recent inspection on October 28, 2025, found the facility in substantial compliance with zero deficiencies. However, a prior biennial survey on August 20, 2025, cited repeated deficiencies regarding incomplete Medication Administration Records, specifically missing documentation for PRN medications and unexplained blanks. The facility maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of 0, with no recorded fines or enforcement actions.
The residential model includes apartment-style suites and standalone retirement cottages. Programming consists of group outings, activities, and cultural events. Because staffing ratios, specific amenity counts, and payment options are not publicly reported in the source data, families should request this information during a tour.
Situated in Blue Hill, the facility provides various housing options for seniors seeking independent or assisted living. Families evaluating Parker Ridge should ask directly about corrective steps taken following the August 2025 Medication Administration Record deficiencies and confirm current availability given the high occupancy rate before making a placement decision.
47-bed community Rank #60 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 356 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maine that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #274 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th 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 facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Maine that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
About this community
Occupancy
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Occupied beds
47 / 47
Average occupied beds in Maine homes
64 beds
Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationAugust 28, 2027
CountyHancock
License NumberALF1964
Parker Ridge is administered by Timothy G. Chandler.
Emergency SystemsYes
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Home Care
Fax+1 (207) 374-2658
Minimum Age62+
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Barber
Dining Room
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Activities
Specific ProgramsResidential Living, Cottages
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 2025 · 1 year of data
4 deficiencies
10 inspections
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.
Since 2025 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (33% above)
• Deficiencies per year (33% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
October 28, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 4 | 3 | This facility has 33% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 33% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.4 | 0.2 | This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.4 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 100% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 10 | 20 | This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (10 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- August 20, 2025 biennial survey found repeat deficiencies in medication administration records with unexplained blanks and missing PRN medication documentation for multiple residents.
- October 28, 2025 follow-up showed substantial compliance with no deficiencies reported and no complaints filed.
- The facility had repeated failures to document medication administration and PRN treatments from 2023 through mid-2025, indicating ongoing medication record-keeping problems.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Places of interest near Parker Ridge
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Blue Hill's city center to Parker Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
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| Parker Ridge | AL IL RC | Blue Hill | 47 | No | 12 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Parker Ridge
Is Parker Ridge in a walkable area?
Parker Ridge has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Parker Ridge?
According to ME state health department records, Parker Ridge's license number is ALF1964.
When does Parker Ridge's license expire?
According to ME state health department records, Parker Ridge's license expires on August 28, 2027.
What is the occupancy rate at Parker Ridge?
Parker Ridge's occupancy is 100%.
Are pets allowed at Parker Ridge?
Yes, Parker Ridge allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Parker Ridge?
Timothy G. Chandler is the administrator of Parker Ridge.
How many beds does Parker Ridge have?
Parker Ridge has 47 beds.
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