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Merry Gardens Estates
Merry Gardens Estates offers assisted living and independent living in Camden, ME. Assisted living provides help with medication and personal care, while 24-hour care staff remain available. Independent living provides private apartment living with community services and no daily care. The combination may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may increase over time, since moving from independent living to assisted living can happen within the same community.
The community has 33 beds, making it a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Residents live in one-bedroom apartments with a separate bedroom and living area, and wheelchair accessibility supports residents who use mobility devices. Staff can help arrange transportation, so residents have assistance coordinating rides when needed.
Outdoor spaces and a library give residents places to spend time outside or read on site. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. A Walk Score of 72 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to reach nearby destinations independently. Christine Rice serves as the administrator.
Community insights.
About this community
Merry Gardens Estates is administered by Christine Rice.
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.
• Inspections With Deficiencies (at ME avg) 2 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiency Count (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (28% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.0 | 1.39 | This facility has 28% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 1.39).↓ 28% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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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
| 1 | 1 | This facility has inspections with deficiencies in line with the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 1).— At avg |
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0.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Camden's city center to Merry Gardens Estates's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Compare Assisted Living around the area
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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
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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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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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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| Stroudwater Lodge | AL IL | Westbrook | 115
Facility
115
ME AVG
17
Rank
#4 / 329 | Yes |
18
Facility
18
ME AVG
35
Rank
#196 / 307 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
84.3%
Facility
84.3%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#154 / 223 | Nichole Doyer | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 230 |
| Coastal Landing LLC | AL IL NH SNF | Brunswick | 83
Facility
83
ME AVG
17
Rank
#12 / 329 | Yes |
92
Facility
92
ME AVG
35
Rank
#5 / 307 | - |
97.6%
Facility
97.6%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#112 / 223 | Wendy A Rider | 1 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#97 / 230 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
3
Rank
#95 / 230 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#113 / 230 |
| Avita of Brunswick | AL MC | Brunswick (Brunswick Station) | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
17
Rank
#20 / 329 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
ME AVG
35
Rank
#184 / 307 | - |
89.3%
Facility
89.3%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#141 / 223 | Monique Kay Thiboutot | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 230 |
| Merry Gardens Estates | AL IL | Camden | 33
Facility
33
ME AVG
17
Rank
#59 / 329 | No |
72
Facility
72
ME AVG
35
Rank
#37 / 307 | - |
69.7%
Facility
69.7%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#190 / 223 | Christine Rice | 1 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#97 / 230 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
3
Rank
#95 / 230 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#113 / 230 |
| Davis Road Group Home | AL | Farmington | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
17
Rank
#166 / 329 | No |
8
Facility
8
ME AVG
35
Rank
#252 / 307 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.9%
Rank
#1 / 223 | - | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 230 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 230 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other ME assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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 69.7%.
How long has Merry Gardens Estates been in business?
Merry Gardens Estates has been operating for approximately 28 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Merry Gardens Estates?
No, Merry Gardens Estates has a no-pet policy.
Who is the administrator of Merry Gardens Estates?
Christine Rice is the administrator of Merry Gardens Estates.
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