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The Heron House
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Cumberland Foreside, ME
Exterior view of a nursing home surrounded by trees Cozy interior with wooden staircase and seating Resident enjoying a peaceful moment in the garden

The Heron House

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Cumberland Foreside, ME
92 Us-1, Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of The Heron House

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On Route 1 in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, The Heron House is a single-story, 24-bed assisted living and memory care community sitting at 88% occupancy. 21 of its 24 beds are currently filled. It offers residents both private and semi-private rooms. Pets are welcome.

The service model is residential in character; home-cooked meals are served thrice daily. While regular housekeeping, laundry, and social programming are part of the standard offering. An on-site beauty salon rounds out the day-to-day amenities.
In-home physician services and in-home rehabilitation are available, meaning residents do not necessarily need to leave the building for basic medical and therapy needs. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the facility around the clock, with short-term rehab and respite care also on the service list.

The Walk Score is 1 out of a hundred. There are no errands that can be done on foot; this address requires a car for everything.

State inspections by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification have tended to focus on infection prevention and control, dietary and food service, and housekeeping and upkeep.

A small, residential-model assisted living and memory care community in coastal Cumberland County: high occupancy, home-style operations, and a service stack that keeps most routine care in-house.

Facility Direct Line (207) 781-2408
Facility Direct Line (207) 781-2408 heronhouse@heronhousemaine.com
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Bed community size
24-bed community Rank #90 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 90th 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 1 / 100 Rank #361 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 361st 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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #156 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 240 homes in Maine for Occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 240. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
21 / 24
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationNovember 8, 2026
CountyCumberland
License LevelLEVEL IV RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCD39488

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Heron House is administered by Ron Lessard.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific Programs24/7 care support, home cooked meals, medication and treatment management, daily social programs, daily housekeeping, laundry services, household maintenance, in-home physician services, in-home rehab services, on-site beauty salon

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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 6 deficiencies 5 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 2024 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (100% above)
• Deficiencies per year (100% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (500% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection March 25, 2025

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. 63 This facility has 100% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (6 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 31.5 This facility has 100% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (3 vs. ME avg 1.5).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.20.2 This facility has 500% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1.2 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 500% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 520 This facility has had 75% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (5 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 75% fewer
Inspection breakdown
3desk reviews
2on-site inspections

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

  • December 31, 2024 inspection found six deficiencies including no written infection prevention plan, food safety violations, and unsafe hot water temperature above 120°F.
  • Deficiencies included physical plant maintenance failures such as broken call bells, unstable stair handrails, and residue buildup in the ice machine.
  • No complaints were investigated, but the facility showed multiple unresolved issues in infection control, food sanitation, and safety equipment maintenance.
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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Lauren

Owner & Administrator

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cumberland Foreside's city center to The Heron House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

The Heron House is located in Cumberland Foreside, 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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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).
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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 The Heron House

Is The Heron House in a walkable area?

The Heron House has a walk score of 1. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Heron House?

According to ME state health department records, The Heron House's license number is RCD39488.

When does The Heron House's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, The Heron House's license expires on November 8, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Heron House?

The Heron House's occupancy is 88%.

Are pets allowed at The Heron House?

Yes, The Heron House allows residents to bring their pets.

Who is the administrator of The Heron House?

Ron Lessard is the administrator of The Heron House.

How many beds does The Heron House have?

The Heron House has 24 beds.

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