Apple Ridge
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bowdoin, ME

Apple Ridge

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Bowdoin, ME

Overview of Apple Ridge

Spend a blissful retirement at Apple Ridge, a friendly retreat in Bowdoin, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, a competent and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

Bed community size
3-bed community Rank #246 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 246th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 8 / 100 Rank #305 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 305th 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

Occupancy rate
33%
Rank #236 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 236th out of 240 homes in Maine for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 240. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
1 / 3
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationJanuary 22, 2026 Expired
CountySagadahoc
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC34

Ownership & Operating Entity

Apple Ridge is administered by Robin E. Boggs.

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 273-3355

Amenities & Lifestyle

Touring HoursAlways open

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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 3 deficiencies 11 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 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% above)
2 At Avg Metrics at Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (at ME avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at ME avg)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 33 This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Maine average (3 vs. ME avg 3).— At avg
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 1.51.5 This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Maine average (1.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).— At avg
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.30.2 This facility has 50% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.3 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 50% worse

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. 1120 This facility has had 45% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (11 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 45% fewer

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • July 25, 2024 inspection found three deficiencies in medication administration records, emergency drills, and sanitation and safety standards.
  • Medication administration records were incomplete for PRN medications, with outdated meds not removed from the MAR.
  • Emergency drills were not conducted as required, and maintenance issues included bubbling flooring, loose heat vent, and wet bathroom areas.

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

Places of interest near Apple Ridge

Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Bowdoin's city center to Apple 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Apple Ridge

Is Apple Ridge in a walkable area?

Apple Ridge has a walk score of 8. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Apple Ridge?

According to ME state health department records, Apple Ridge's license number is RCC34.

When does Apple Ridge's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Apple Ridge's license expires on January 22, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Apple Ridge?

Apple Ridge's occupancy is 33%.

Are pets allowed at Apple Ridge?

No, Apple Ridge has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Apple Ridge?

Robin E. Boggs is the administrator of Apple Ridge.

How many beds does Apple Ridge have?

Apple Ridge has 3 beds.

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