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Assisted Living Household at the Cedars
Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Portland, ME
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Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Portland, ME
650 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103-2704 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

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Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is a 44-bed assisted living community located at 650 Ocean Avenue in Portland, Maine. Serving older adults in Cumberland County, the facility operates as part of a nonprofit retirement community offering a continuum of care that includes independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

The community currently maintains a 77% occupancy rate, with 34 of its 44 beds filled. This is below the Maine state average of 83.1%. Current figures indicate that the facility has available capacity to accommodate new admissions.

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification, has conducted four inspections at this facility, which is below the state average of 10. An April 23, 2024, survey identified deficiencies involving missing consent forms, unclean refrigerators, bathrooms lacking call bells, and water temperatures exceeding allowed limits. A follow-up inspection on May 29, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with zero deficiencies. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints appear in the records.

On-site services include rehabilitation, short-term rehab, and skilled nursing care. The facility operates under a nonprofit structure and a person-centered care model within the broader campus. Staffing ratios, payment options, and specific amenity counts are not publicly reported in the source data, so families should request this information during a tour.

This community suits families seeking assisted living within a nonprofit continuum-of-care campus. Families evaluating Assisted Living Household at the Cedars should confirm current Medicaid and payment options and verify staffing levels directly with the facility before making a placement decision.

Facility Direct Line (207) 221-7000
Facility Direct Line (207) 221-7000 info@thecedarsportland.org
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Bed community size
44-bed community Rank #62 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 62nd out of 357 homes in Maine. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #14 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
77%
Rank #192 / 251Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 192nd out of 251 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 251. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
34 / 44
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 30, 2026 Expired
CountyCumberland
License NumberRCD39655
AccreditationsDesignation of Excellence in Person-Centered Long-Term Care, 2025 Innovation Igniter Award, 2025 Trustee of The Year Award, Benjamin G. Elder Memorial Award for Excellence in Service, Senior Care's Best Places to Work! 2024, Age Friendly Health Systems, Best Nursing Home for 2020-21, Jewish Programming Award, Volunteer of the Year Award, Outstanding Advocacy Award, Leadership Award, Advocacy Award

Ownership & Operating Entity

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is administered by Katharine O'neill.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

1 service
Skilled Nursing Care

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 772-6038

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCommunity-Based Services

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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 4 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 (650% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (80% below)
Latest Inspection May 29, 2024

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 nursing home (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 nursing home (3 vs. ME avg 1.5).↑ 100% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 1.50.2 This facility has 650% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine nursing home (1.5 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 650% 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. 420 This facility has 80% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine nursing home (4 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 80% better

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

  • May 29, 2024 complaint investigation found the facility in substantial compliance with Level IV Residential Care and infection control regulations, citing no deficiencies.
  • April 23, 2024 survey identified six deficiencies including missing consent forms, incomplete resident records, unclean refrigerators, bathrooms without call bells, and excessive hot water temperatures.
  • Deficiencies in April 2024 covered resident rights, administrative records, sanitation, and physical plant issues, showing regulatory noncompliance before the May follow-up inspection.
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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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Sedgewood Commons
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Facility 91
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Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is located in PORTLAND, 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).
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 Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

What neighborhood is Assisted Living Household at the Cedars in?

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is in the Back Cove neighborhood of PORTLAND.

Is Assisted Living Household at the Cedars in a walkable area?

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars?

According to ME state health department records, Assisted Living Household at the Cedars's license number is RCD39655.

When does Assisted Living Household at the Cedars's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Assisted Living Household at the Cedars's license expires on May 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Assisted Living Household at the Cedars?

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars's occupancy is 77%.

Who is the administrator of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars?

Katharine O'neill is the administrator of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars.

How many beds does Assisted Living Household at the Cedars have?

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars has 44 beds.

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