Sunny Lane

Overview of Sunny Lane

Create meaningful moments in retirement at Sunny Lane, a friendly retreat in Sanford, ME, that offers assisted living. With top-tier services 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With delicious and healthy dining options, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking spaces are also available for convenience and safety. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to make the most of their golden years.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
4
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.
Years in operation
21 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 2 / 100 Rank #350 / 357Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 350th 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.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 239Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st 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.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
4 / 4
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
CountyYork
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC293

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Details

Total Employees
35
Full-Time Employees
35

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 324-6050

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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 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 2 deficiencies 1 inspection

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 2024 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (26% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% 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. 2.01.59 This facility has 26% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 1.59).↑ 26% 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. 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

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Address 6.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sanford's city center to Sunny Lane'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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Scarborough Terrace
AL
MC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 20
Rank #27 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 36
Rank #262 / 357
Studio / 1 Bed
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #205 / 239
A+David Kingsley1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Avita of Stroudwater
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Westbrook
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #29 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 36
Rank #229 / 357
Studio / 1 Bed
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #152 / 239
A+Tracy Hoppe1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
AL
IL
MC
Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove)
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 20
Rank #41 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 36
Rank #229 / 357
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #117 / 239
-Deborah Riddell1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Fallbrook Woods
AL
MC
RESC
Portland (North Deering)
56
Facility 56
ME AVG 20
Rank #47 / 356
No
43
Facility 43
ME AVG 36
Rank #140 / 357
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #165 / 239
-Mark Jacobs1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Sunny Lane
AL
Sanford (South Sanford)
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 36
Rank #350 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
--1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #129 / 237
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #159 / 237

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunny Lane

What neighborhood is Sunny Lane in?

Sunny Lane is in the South Sanford neighborhood of Sanford.

Is Sunny Lane in a walkable area?

Sunny Lane has a walk score of 2. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Sunny Lane?

According to ME state health department records, Sunny Lane's license number is RCC293.

What is the occupancy rate at Sunny Lane?

Sunny Lane's occupancy is 100%.

How long has Sunny Lane been in business?

Sunny Lane has been operating for approximately 21 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sunny Lane?

No, Sunny Lane has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Sunny Lane have?

Sunny Lane has 4 beds.

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