Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ellsworth, ME

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ellsworth, ME

Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth is a 60-bed assisted housing and residential care community at 42 Bucksport Road in Ellsworth, Hancock County, Maine. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are welcomed, with most residents on long-term stays averaging 100 days. Services include assisted living, memory care, secured communities, and 24-hour care. The facility has significant availability at 47 percent occupancy that’s well below Maine’s 83.1 percent average and declining.

Licensed under Maine’s Assisted Housing Program, the facility’s state licensing inspections since 2024 show 5.5 deficiencies annually, roughly aligned with Maine’s 5.7 average, with most complaints substantiated. A January 2024 investigation substantiated multiple failures including inadequate staffing ratios, two resident care staff on duty when three were required, alongside medication administration errors and incomplete service plans. More recent inspections in July 2025 continued to find medication record documentation failures. No fines or enforcement actions issued.

Amenities include secured communities for memory care residents, transportation services, and life enrichment programming.

The facility is geared toward long-term assisted living and memory care in Ellsworth, serving a mixed Medicare and Medicaid population in Hancock County.

Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
Rank #233 / 241Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 233rd out of 241 homes in Maine for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 241. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
28 / 60
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
CountyHancock
License NumberPND39700
CMS Certification Number205123

Ownership & Operating Entity

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth is administered by Maria Ream.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsState-of-the-art fire and security systems.
Safety Features24/7 staff presence and supervision; Emergency response systems.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax+1 (214) 828-6146

Amenities & Lifestyle

High Staff-To-Resident Ratio
Assistance With Daily Living Activities
Three Nutritious Meals Daily
24/7 Refreshments
Flat Screen Tv In Each Bedroom
Complete Laundry And Housekeeping Services
Secured Communities
State-Of-The-Art Safety Systems
ActivitiesSocial and recreational activities, arts, music, and gardening
Specific Programs24/7 Care, Transportation Services, Life Enrichment, Housekeeping, Safety & Security
Operating HoursOpen 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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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 11 deficiencies 10 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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (267% above)
• Deficiencies per year (267% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (450% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection September 15, 2025

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. 113 This facility has 267% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (11 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 267% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 5.51.5 This facility has 267% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (5.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).↑ 267% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.10.2 This facility has 450% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 450% 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. 1020 This facility has had 50% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (10 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 50% fewer

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

  • January 3, 2024 complaint inspection found five deficiencies including medication errors, incomplete service plans, missing staff schedules, and failure to meet minimum resident care staff ratios on two nights.
  • September 26, 2024 inspection found two sanitation and physical plant issues: worn freezer shelving and bathrooms missing mirrors over sinks in several resident rooms.
  • July 10, 2025 complaint investigation confirmed two deficiencies involving unattended medication carts with MAR books and incomplete transcription of treatment orders on MAR.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Is Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth in a walkable area?

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth has a walk score of 69. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

According to ME state health department records, Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth's license number is PND39700.

What is the occupancy rate at Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth's occupancy is 47%.

Who is the administrator of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

Maria Ream is the administrator of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth.

How many beds does Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth have?

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth has 60 beds.

Are there photos of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

Yes — there are 2 photos of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth is located at 42 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605-2230.

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