Montello Heights
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Lewiston, ME

Montello Heights

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Lewiston, ME

Overview of Montello Heights

Montello Heights Retirement Community is an independent living and assisted living home for seniors in Lewiston where a balanced lifestyle of comfort and calmness is met with full support. Residents of the community are encouraged to have a strong sense of freedom with no shame of being able to receive additional assistance.

Montello’s lifestyle is easy and worry-free. Residents can live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Their amenities and services include laundry, transportation, healthy and savory chef-prepared meals, social activities, and fitness activities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #201 / 306Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 201st out of 306 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

StatusActive
ExpirationMay 20, 2027
CountyAndroscoggin
License LevelASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM
License NumberALP1757
CMS Certification Number205006
MaineCare AvailableNo
Multi-level BuildingNo
Handicapped AccessibleNo

Ownership & Operating Entity

Montello Heights is administered by Caitlin Cline.

Additional Services

1 service
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness And Recreation

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building TypeTwo-story

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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 3 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiency Count (338% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (47% above)
• Inspections With Deficiencies (253% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 398.9 This facility has 338% more deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (39 vs. ME avg 8.9).↑ 338% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.21.5 This facility has 47% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2.2 vs. ME avg 1.5).↑ 47% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 186.1 This facility has had 195% more total inspections than the Maine average (18 vs. ME avg 6.1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 195% more
Inspections With Deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. Never exceeds the total inspection count. 61.7 This facility has 253% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (6 vs. ME avg 1.7).↑ 253% worse

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Montello Heights

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lewiston's city center to Montello Heights's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Lewiston

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. 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.
Sunnybrook Senior Living
AL
Brunswick (Harding)
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 17
Rank #40 / 329
Yes
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 35
Rank #238 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
92.2%
Facility 92.2%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #133 / 223
Lyndsay Renadette2
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #200 / 230
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #125 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 230
Venture House
AL
Lewiston
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
17
Facility 17
ME AVG 35
Rank #197 / 306
Private / Shared Rooms
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #205 / 223
-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
Fifty Eight Sargent Avenue
AL
IL
MC
NH
Lewiston
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
22
Facility 22
ME AVG 35
Rank #177 / 306
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Brian Vye2
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
Macsullivan Home
AL
Lewiston
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 35
Rank #231 / 306
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Marcia Turcotte1
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
Montello Heights
AL
IL
Lewiston-Yes
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 35
Rank #201 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-Caitlin Cline18
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
39
Facility 39
ME AVG 3
Rank #212 / 230
2.2
Facility 2.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #227 / 230

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Montello Heights is located in Lewiston, 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 Montello Heights

Is Montello Heights in a walkable area?

Montello Heights has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Montello Heights?

According to ME state health department records, Montello Heights's license number is ALP1757.

When does Montello Heights's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Montello Heights's license expires on May 20, 2027.

Are pets allowed at Montello Heights?

Yes, Montello Heights allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of Montello Heights?

Caitlin Cline is the administrator of Montello Heights.

Has Montello Heights had any deficiencies?

Montello Heights has had 39 reported deficiencies according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Are there photos of Montello Heights?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Montello Heights in the photo gallery on this page.

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