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Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
Administered by Leann Flohr, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is an 80-bed assisted living community in Portland, Maine’s Back Cove area. Operating for nine years, the home at 86 Holiday Dr has a 93 percent occupancy and floor plans spanning from studios to one and two-bedroom units in a two-story building. The home caters to a mix of occupants seeking assistance with daily living activities while maintaining valuable independence.
The facility underscores promoting wellness and independence via a supportive environment. Residents receive 24-hour licensed supervision, medication management services, and balanced meals prepared on-site. The community maintains a full-service salon where occupants can take care of personal grooming needs. Daily life comprises scheduled engaging activities and fitness and recreation programming. The movie room is entertaining and a cozy gathering space for residents and visitors. Transportation services help residents reach appointments and outings. For those interested in short-term stays, Birchwoods supplies respite care services. Pets are welcome, which can be crucial for occupants wanting their animal companions with them. The facility’s location in a somewhat walkable area (Walk Score 44) means some nearby services are within walking reach, though most outings benefit from transportation access. With nine years of operational experience and a 93 percent occupancy rate, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has built consistent routines and serves a consistent population of occupants in Portland.
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About this community
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is administered by Leann Flohr.
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 (167% above)
• Inspections With Deficiencies (300% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (6% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
| 8 | 3 | This facility has 167% more deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (8 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 167% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.3 | 1.39 | This facility has 6% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1.3 vs. ME avg 1.39).↓ 6% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total inspections
| 6 | 3 | This facility has had 100% more total inspections than the Maine average (6 vs. ME avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 100% more |
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Inspections With Deficiencies
| 4 | 1 | This facility has 300% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4 vs. ME avg 1).↑ 300% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
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1.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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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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| Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living | AL RC | Portland (Back Cove) | 80
Facility
80
ME AVG
17
Rank
#14 / 329 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
ME AVG
35
Rank
#112 / 307 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#130 / 223 | A+ | Leann Flohr | 6 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#227 / 230 | 8
Facility
8
ME AVG
3
Rank
#206 / 230 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#145 / 230 |
| Scarborough Terrace | AL MC | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 77
Facility
77
ME AVG
17
Rank
#18 / 329 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
35
Rank
#219 / 307 | Studio / 1 Bed |
68.8%
Facility
68.8%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#191 / 223 | A+ | David Kingsley | 1 | 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 |
| Avita of Stroudwater | AL ADC IL MC | Westbrook | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
17
Rank
#20 / 329 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
35
Rank
#189 / 307 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#145 / 223 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 1 | 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 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth | AL IL MC | Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove) | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
17
Rank
#29 / 329 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
35
Rank
#189 / 307 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#116 / 223 | - | Deborah Riddell | 1 | 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 |
| Fallbrook Woods | AL MC RESC | Portland (North Deering) | 56
Facility
56
ME AVG
17
Rank
#34 / 329 | No |
43
Facility
43
ME AVG
35
Rank
#116 / 307 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
83.9%
Facility
83.9%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#155 / 223 | - | Mark Jacobs | 1 | 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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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is located in Portland, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
What neighborhood is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in?
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is in the Back Cove neighborhood of Portland.
Is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in a walkable area?
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has a walk score of 44. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?
According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license number is ALP38676.
When does Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expire?
According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expires on September 6, 2026.
What is the occupancy rate at Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's occupancy is 92.5%.
How long has Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living been in business?
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?
Yes, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living allows residents to bring their pets.
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