Aroostook County Action Program
Nursing Home & Adult Day Care · Maine, ME

Aroostook County Action Program

Nursing Home & Adult Day Care · Maine, ME

Overview of Aroostook County Action Program

Aroostook County Action Program operates a 30-bed residential care facility at 118 Ellsworth Road in Blue Hill, Hancock County, Maine, serving older adults in a rural community setting. Gwendolyn Anne Ossanna administers the facility.

The facility functions as residential care within a multi-service community action agency framework that also delivers aging services, early childhood education, workforce development, and community prevention programming.

The facility operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A wellness program partners with local and statewide organizations to address prevention areas including nutrition, oral health, substance use prevention, tobacco prevention, and obesity prevention.

The neighborhood’s walk score of 12 reflects rural car-dependent character; most destinations require transportation. Geographic context: the facility sits 133.6 miles from Blue Hill’s city center.

Regulatory oversight is light. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services Division of Licensing and Certification conducted a single inspection on September 30, 2025, identifying zero citations. This single inspection compares to a Maine average of 20 inspections, placing the facility 95 percent below state inspection frequency benchmarks.

Families interested in Aroostook County Action Program should contact the facility directly to verify services offered, confirm current licensing and inspection status, and understand staffing and care models before placement.

Bed community size
30-bed community Rank #76 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 76th out of 357 homes in Maine. 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.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
Walk Score: 12 / 100 Rank #274 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 274th out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationSeptember 29, 2026
CountyHancock
License NumberADS39974

Ownership & Operating Entity

Aroostook County Action Program is administrated by Gwendolyn Anne Ossanna.

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness ProgramWe build a stronger, healthier community by partnering with local and statewide organizations to offer prevention services that focus on nutrition, oral health, substance use, tobacco, obesity, and youth engagement.
Specific ProgramsNEWS & PUBLICATIONS, JOIN OUR TEAM, COMMUNITY EVENT CALENDAR, AGING SERVICES, COACHING SERVICES, EARLY CARE & EDUCATION, HEAD START DOWNEAST, ENERGY & HOUSING, PREVENTION & WELLNESS, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 8 am - 5 pm

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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.

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.

Overall vs. ME average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (95% below)
Latest Inspection September 30, 2025

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. 120 This facility has 95% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine nursing home (1 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 95% better

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Address 133.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Blue Hill's city center to Aroostook County Action Program's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Maine

Aroostook County Action Program is located in BLUE HILL, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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).
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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 Aroostook County Action Program

Is Aroostook County Action Program in a walkable area?

Aroostook County Action Program has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Aroostook County Action Program?

According to ME state health department records, Aroostook County Action Program's license number is ADS39974.

When does Aroostook County Action Program's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Aroostook County Action Program's license expires on September 29, 2026.

Who is the administrator of Aroostook County Action Program?

Gwendolyn Anne Ossanna is the administrator of Aroostook County Action Program.

How many beds does Aroostook County Action Program have?

Aroostook County Action Program has 30 beds.

Are there photos of Aroostook County Action Program?

Yes — there are 46 photos of Aroostook County Action Program in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Aroostook County Action Program?

Aroostook County Action Program is located at 118 ELLSWORTH ROAD.

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