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Merry Gardens Estates
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Maine, ME
Pathway leading to the entrance of Merry Gardens Estates Private resident room with a bed and window Gazebo surrounded by greenery in a landscaped garden A winding path surrounded by greenery in a serene outdoor space A resident holding a purring kitten in a warm setting

Merry Gardens Estates

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Maine, ME
87 John St, Camden, ME 04843-1953 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Merry Gardens Estates

Merry Gardens Estates is a 33-bed assisted living community located at 87 John Street in Camden, Maine. The community has operated for 28 years and requires residents to be at least 55 years of age.

The community currently maintains a 70% occupancy rate, with 23 of its 33 beds filled. This is below the Maine state average of 83.1%. Because availability is generally open, the facility can typically accommodate near-term admissions.

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification, has conducted 11 inspections at this facility, slightly above the state average of 10. The most recent inspection cited one deficiency regarding water temperatures in consumer areas exceeding the required range. This is below the Maine average of three deficiencies per inspection. The facility maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, and no fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints appear in the records.

The community is staffed 24 hours a day with 11 full-time employees. Services include personal care support, medication assistance, light housekeeping, linen service, and daily prepared meals. The facility is wheelchair accessible, featuring wide hallways with handrails, grab bars, and an elevator. On-site amenities include a library, community room, and laundry facility, and pets are permitted.

Seniors aged 55 and older seeking a small assisted living community with comprehensive accessibility features may find this environment appropriate. Families evaluating Merry Gardens Estates should confirm the resolution of the water temperature deficiency and verify the current license renewal status before making a placement decision.

(207) 973-3500
(207) 973-3500
Bed community size
33-bed community Rank #74 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 357 homes in Maine. 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.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.
Years in operation
28 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 72 / 100 Rank #43 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
70%
Rank #213 / 251Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 213th out of 251 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 251. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in 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
23 / 33
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationOctober 16, 2026
CountyKnox
License NumberALP684

Ownership & Operating Entity

Merry Gardens Estates is administrated by Christine Rice.

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Grab Bars
Safety FeaturesWide hallways with handrails.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Composition

Total Employees
11
Full-Time Employees
11

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 973-3699

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beautiful Landscaping
Community Room
Disability Access
Easy Access To Public Transportation
Easy Access To Shopping
Elevator
Laundry Facility
Library
On-Call Maintenance
On-Site Maintenance
Specific ProgramsAssistance with medication, 24-hour care staff, prepared meals daily, light housekeeping and linen services, assistance with arranging transportation, support with personal care.
Touring HoursMon-Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Sat-Sun: Closed

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionPrepared meals daily.

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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 1 deficiency 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 4 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Total inspections (45% below)
Latest Inspection May 19, 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. 13 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 0.51.5 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.10.2 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↓ 50% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 1120 This facility has 45% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (11 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 45% better

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

  • October 16, 2024 biennial survey found one deficiency, which was corrected on site by adjusting water temperatures to the required 105°F to 120°F range.
  • The single deficiency involved water temperatures reaching 127.7°F in consumer areas, exceeding regulatory limits for safety.
  • No complaints were reported or substantiated during this inspection, and no other deficiencies were noted.
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Address 0.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Camden's city center to Merry Gardens Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Merry Gardens Estates is located in CAMDEN, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ME

Rural access emphasized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals ($6/meal) Adult day services ($60/day)

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Age —
General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
ME

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
ME

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,000/month varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
ME

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits
Personal care (20-30 hours/week) PERS Adult day care Home modifications

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+
General Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, 80% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not specified; focus on income.
ME

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits
Wheelchair ramps Grab bars Roof repairs (up to $20,000/project)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+
General Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
ME

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits
Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age —
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
ME

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
ME

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits
Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Frequently Asked Questions about Merry Gardens Estates

Is Merry Gardens Estates in a walkable area?

Merry Gardens Estates has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Merry Gardens Estates?

According to ME state health department records, Merry Gardens Estates's license number is ALP684.

When does Merry Gardens Estates's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Merry Gardens Estates's license expires on October 16, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Merry Gardens Estates?

Merry Gardens Estates's occupancy is 70%.

Who is the administrator of Merry Gardens Estates?

Christine Rice is the administrator of Merry Gardens Estates.

How many beds does Merry Gardens Estates have?

Merry Gardens Estates has 33 beds.

Are there photos of Merry Gardens Estates?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Merry Gardens Estates in the photo gallery on this page.

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