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East Side Home
Spend a worry-free retirement at East Side Home, an inviting haven in Houlton, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, a responsible and highly skilled team provides top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. Medication management and an emergency alert system are also provided for residents’ comfort and safety.
For residents’ enjoyment and wellness, a thoughtfully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, including light exercises and movie nights, is conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities allow residents to reach their potential in retirement.
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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
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.
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1.2 miles from city center
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Compare Assisted Living around Aroostook County
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.
Type of Care
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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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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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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| Northwood Manor | AL | Ashland | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
20
Rank
#133 / 356 | No |
9
Facility
9
ME AVG
36
Rank
#296 / 357 | - |
66.7%
Facility
66.7%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#206 / 239 | Jennifer L. Durand | 2 |
| Soucy’s Foster Home | AL | Van Buren | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
20
Rank
#133 / 356 | No |
2
Facility
2
ME AVG
36
Rank
#350 / 357 | Private / Shared Rooms |
50.0%
Facility
50.0%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#219 / 239 | - | 1 |
| East Side Home | AL | Houlton | 5
Facility
5
ME AVG
20
Rank
#173 / 356 | No |
31
Facility
31
ME AVG
36
Rank
#182 / 357 | - | - | - | - |
| Lombard Street Waiver Home | AL | Presque Isle | 5
Facility
5
ME AVG
20
Rank
#173 / 356 | No |
10
Facility
10
ME AVG
36
Rank
#287 / 357 | Private / Shared Rooms |
80.0%
Facility
80.0%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#174 / 239 | - | 1 |
| Parent Waiver Home | AL | Van Buren | 3
Facility
3
ME AVG
20
Rank
#246 / 356 | No |
12
Facility
12
ME AVG
36
Rank
#271 / 357 | - |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.5%
Rank
#1 / 239 | - | 1 |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine
East Side Home is located in Houlton, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.
Frequently Asked Questions about East Side Home
Is East Side Home in a walkable area?
East Side Home has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of East Side Home?
According to ME state health department records, East Side Home's license number is RCC2371.
Are pets allowed at East Side Home?
No, East Side Home has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does East Side Home have?
East Side Home has 5 beds.
What is the address of East Side Home?
East Side Home is located at 1 Joseph St, Houlton, ME 04730.
What is the phone number of East Side Home?
(207) 532-1367 will put you in contact with the team at East Side Home.
What county is East Side Home located in?
East Side Home is in Aroostook County.
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