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S & S Foster Home
S & S Foster Home

S & S Foster Home

344 Main St, Van Buren, ME 04785 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of S & S Foster Home

Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Van Buren, ME, S & S Foster Home is an astounding community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-tier support for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents can do the things they love.

With a jam-packed calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s friendly setting.

Facility Direct Line (207) 868-2674
Facility Direct Line (207) 868-2674

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
3
Bed community size
4-bed community Rank #191 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 191st out of 356 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 16 / 100 Rank #245 / 357Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th out of 357 homes 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 cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
75%
Rank #186 / 239Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 239 homes we track in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 239. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. 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.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
3 / 4
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
CountyAroostook
License LevelLEVEL II RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCB932

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 868-3371

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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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Deficiency Count (100% below)
• Inspections With Deficiencies (100% below)

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. 03 This facility has 100% fewer deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 100% 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. 13 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
Inspections With Deficiencies Info Inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency. Never exceeds the total inspection count. 01 This facility has 100% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0 vs. ME avg 1).↓ 100% better
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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Van Buren's city center to S & S Foster Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Type of Care AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
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.
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

S & S Foster Home is located in Van Buren, 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 S & S Foster Home

Is S & S Foster Home in a walkable area?

S & S Foster Home has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of S & S Foster Home?

According to ME state health department records, S & S Foster Home's license number is RCB932.

What is the occupancy rate at S & S Foster Home?

S & S Foster Home's occupancy is 75%.

Are pets allowed at S & S Foster Home?

No, S & S Foster Home has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does S & S Foster Home have?

S & S Foster Home has 4 beds.

Has S & S Foster Home had any deficiencies?

S & S Foster Home has no reported deficiencies since 2024 according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).

Are there photos of S & S Foster Home?

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