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.

Bed community size
80-bed community Rank #22 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 356 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #248 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 422 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 20, 2027
CountyAndroscoggin
License LevelASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM
License NumberALP1757

Ownership & Operating Entity

Montello Heights is administered by Michele Carey.

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 786-0968

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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 2023 · 3 years of data 11 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 2023 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection May 19, 2025

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 had 45% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (11 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 45% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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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

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

Montello Heights
AL
IL
Lewiston (College Street)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 356
Yes
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 31
Rank #248 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Michele Carey11--
Montello Heights Retirement Community
AL
IL
Lewiston (College Street)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 356
Yes
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Michele Carey11--
Sunnybrook Senior Living
AL
Brunswick (Harding)
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 20
Rank #53 / 356
Yes
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 31
Rank #290 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 92.2% -Lyndsay Renadette12
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #142 / 233
0.3
Facility 0.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #145 / 233
Senior Care Center
AL
Lewiston
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 20
Rank #92 / 356
No
86
Facility 86
ME AVG 31
Rank #18 / 422
Private / Shared Rooms---3--
The Meadows
AL
Greene-No
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 31
Rank #248 / 422
Private Rooms-A+----

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

What neighborhood is Montello Heights in?

Montello Heights is in the College Street neighborhood of Lewiston.

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?

Michele Carey is the administrator of Montello Heights.

How many beds does Montello Heights have?

Montello Heights has 80 beds.

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