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 2 deficiencies 18 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. 2 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)

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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 33% 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 inspections conducted at this facility. 1820 This facility has had 10% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (18 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 10% fewer

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

  • February 14, 2023 biennial survey found 2 documentation deficiencies related to annual contract and confidential information releases in one resident record.
  • No complaints were investigated or substantiated during the February 14, 2023 inspection.
  • The facility was not in substantial compliance due to missing documentation but had no other cited deficiencies or safety issues.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Pownal Road is located in Auburn, 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).
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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.
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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.
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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 Pownal Road

What neighborhood is Pownal Road in?

Pownal Road is in the Murphy Corner neighborhood of Auburn.

What is the license number of Pownal Road?

According to ME state health department records, Pownal Road's license number is RCC866.

What is the occupancy rate at Pownal Road?

Pownal Road's occupancy is 100%.

Are pets allowed at Pownal Road?

No, Pownal Road has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Pownal Road?

Brian Vye is the administrator of Pownal Road.

How many beds does Pownal Road have?

Pownal Road has 3 beds.

What is the address of Pownal Road?

Pownal Road is located at 1807 Pownal Rd, Auburn, ME 04210.

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