Chandler House
Peacefully situated in the quiet neighborhood of Newcastle, ME, Chandler House is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ welfare, the community provides high-quality support for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. The community also features accessible and specially designed accommodations to ensure residents feel at ease during their stay.
Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment.
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About this community
Occupancy
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
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
| 0 | 3 | This facility has 100% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
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Total inspections
| 1 | 3 | This facility has had 67% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 67% fewer |
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Inspections With Deficiencies
| 0 | 1 | This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 1).↓ 100% better |
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Places of interest near Chandler House
0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Newcastle's city center to Chandler House'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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
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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| Scarborough Terrace | AL MC | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 77
Facility
77
ME AVG
20
Rank
#27 / 356 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
36
Rank
#262 / 357 | Studio / 1 Bed |
68.8%
Facility
68.8%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#205 / 239 | A+ | David Kingsley | 1 |
| Avita of Stroudwater | AL ADC IL MC | Westbrook | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
20
Rank
#29 / 356 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
36
Rank
#229 / 357 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#152 / 239 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 1 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth | AL IL MC | Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove) | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
20
Rank
#41 / 356 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
36
Rank
#229 / 357 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#117 / 239 | - | Deborah Riddell | 1 |
| Fallbrook Woods | AL MC RESC | Portland (North Deering) | 56
Facility
56
ME AVG
20
Rank
#47 / 356 | No |
43
Facility
43
ME AVG
36
Rank
#140 / 357 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
83.9%
Facility
83.9%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#165 / 239 | - | Mark Jacobs | 1 |
| Chandler House | AL | Hl Newcastle (Newcastle) | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
20
Rank
#302 / 356 | No |
51
Facility
51
ME AVG
36
Rank
#104 / 357 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#1 / 239 | - | - | 1 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandler House
Is Chandler House in a walkable area?
Chandler House has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Chandler House?
According to ME state health department records, Chandler House's license number is RCA39171.
What is the occupancy rate at Chandler House?
Chandler House's occupancy is 100%.
Are pets allowed at Chandler House?
No, Chandler House has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Chandler House have?
Chandler House has 2 beds.
Has Chandler House had any deficiencies?
Chandler House has no reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
What is the address of Chandler House?
Chandler House is located at 21 Academy Hl, Newcastle, ME 04553.
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