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Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ellsworth, ME
Residents participating in a group exercise activity Senior woman in a wheelchair smiling in a common area

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ellsworth, ME
42 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605-2230 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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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.

Facility Direct Line (207) 667-9036
Facility Direct Line (207) 667-9036

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
28
Bed community size
60-bed community Rank #41 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 41st out of 356 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 69 / 100 Rank #51 / 357Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 51st out of 357 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
47%
Rank #232 / 239Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 232nd out of 239 homes we track in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 239. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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
ExpirationAugust 31, 2026 Expires in 17 days
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 (207) 664-7448

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Cable Tv
Housekeeping
24/7 Refreshments
ActivitiesSocial and recreational activities, arts, music, and gardening
Specific Programs24/7 Care, Transportation Services, Life Enrichment, 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.

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.

Overall vs. ME average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Maine average:
• Inspections With Deficiencies (at ME avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiency Count (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (37% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Deficiency Count Info Total deficiencies cited across all inspections on record for this facility. 23 This facility has 33% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 33% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.01.59 This facility has 37% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 1.59).↓ 37% better

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 inspections conducted at this facility. 23 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (2 vs. ME avg 3). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer
Inspections With Deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. Never exceeds the total inspection count. 11 This facility has inspections with deficiencies in line with the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 1).— At avg
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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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ME AVG 0.2
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ME AVG 20
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ME AVG 0.2
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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.

When does Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth's license expires on August 31, 2026.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth?

No, Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth has a no-pet policy.

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.

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