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Conveniently located near St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Always One is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, 24/7 to maintain their independence without hassles. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.
Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, light exercises, group activities, and engaging programs are conducted. Residents also have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, ensuring residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 3 | This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2024.
| 0.5 | 1.5 | This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).↓ 67% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.2 | 0.2 | This facility has deficiencies per inspection in line with the Maine average (0.2 vs. ME avg 0.2).— At avg |
Inspections
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 20 | This facility has 70% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (6 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on September 9, 2024, found one deficiency related to the facility not conducting the required two fire drills while residents were asleep within a 12-month period. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns are unclear. The main issue identified involved emergency preparedness and safety drills. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Without additional data, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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Building Type: 2-story
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Bangor's city center to Always One's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Always One is located in Bangor, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Dirigo Pines |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Orono | 50 | Yes | 1 | - | - | Paul Arbour | 2 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Dirigo Pines – Orono |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Orono | 50 | No | 1 | - | - | Paul Arbour | 2 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Winterberry Heights Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Bangor | 29 | No | 36 | - | 100.0% | Mark Stewart | 31 | 2 | 0.1 |
| Always One |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bangor | 3 | No | 64 | - | 100.0% | - | 6 | 1 | 0.2 |
| Lewis Foster Home |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Bangor (Fairmount) | 1 | No | 42 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Always One has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to ME state health department records, Always One's license number is RCC1331.
According to ME state health department records, Always One's license expires on June 10, 2025.
Always One's occupancy is 100%.
Always One has 3 beds.
Always One is located at 172 Grove St, Bangor, ME 04401.
(207) 307-7549 will put you in contact with the team at Always One.
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