Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living

Q: What neighborhood is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is in the Back Cove neighborhood of Portland.

Q: Is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in a walkable area?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the license number of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license number is ALP38676.

Q: When does Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expires on June 9, 2026.

Q: What is the occupancy rate at Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's occupancy is 93%.

Q: Who is the administrator of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

Leann Flohr is the administrator of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living.

Q: How many beds does Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living have?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has 80 beds.

Overview of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living

Birchwoods at Canco offers an unmatched level of quality service that is all focused on promoting and improving individual wellness. The assisted senior living environment offers a stimulating atmosphere that helps residents maintain a level of independence while receiving additional support. Birchwoods is where residents can be better versions of themselves– leading to a purposeful life experienced during their golden years.

There is a list of comprehensive amenities and services that help make the lives of its residents hassle-free such as including 24-hour licensed supervision, medication services, balanced meals provided, engaging activities scheduled, and a full-service salon available.

(207) 772-1080

80-bed community

A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

9 years in operation

An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.

Walk Score: 44 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

93%

Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%

Occupied beds

74 / 80

Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

Facility TypeAssisted Housing

ExpirationJune 9, 2026

CountyCumberland

License LevelASSISTED LIVING PROGRAM

License NumberALP38676

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is administrated by Leann Flohr.

Staffing

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

Total Employees

Full-Time Employees

Fax+1 (207) 772-1380

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 20 deficiencies 34 inspections

Inspection Scorecard 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.

Since 2023 vs. Maine state average

Overall vs. ME average

Latest Inspection January 5, 2026

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	ME Average	vs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	20	3	This facility has 567% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (20 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 567% worse
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2023.	6.7	1	This facility has 570% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (6.7 vs. ME avg 1).↑ 570% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	0.6	0.2	This facility has 200% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.6 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 200% worse

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	ME Average	vs. ME Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	34	20	This facility has 70% more total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (34 vs. ME avg 20).↑ 70% worse

Inspection breakdown

20on-site inspections

14desk reviews

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

January 28, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failure to dispose of Schedule II medications timely and maintain required inventory and disposal documentation with witness signatures.
May 5, 2023 complaint investigation found eight medication administration errors including incorrect dosing intervals, administration after discontinuation, and undocumented exceptions.
October 9, 2024 biennial survey cited four deficiencies involving missing signed contracts, outdated consents, untimely medication orders, and incomplete monthly progress notes.

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What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: Two-story

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living

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Birchwoods At Canco Senior Living Studio

3.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.44 miles to nearest hospital (New England Rehabilitation Hospital of Portland)

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


Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living	AL RC	Portland (Back Cove)	80 Facility 80 ME AVG 20 Rank #22 / 357	Yes	44 Facility 44 ME AVG 31 Rank #136 / 422	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	92.5% Facility 92.5% ME AVG 87.3% Rank #136 / 244	A+	Leann Flohr	34	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 0.4 Rank #1 / 306	20 Facility 20 ME AVG 3 Rank #300 / 306	0.6 Facility 0.6 ME AVG 0.2 Rank #266 / 306
Scarborough Terrace	AL MC	Scarborough (Oak Hill)	77 Facility 77 ME AVG 20 Rank #27 / 357	No	13 Facility 13 ME AVG 31 Rank #265 / 422	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	68.8% Facility 68.8% ME AVG 87.3% Rank #208 / 244	A+	David Kingsley	28	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 0.4 Rank #1 / 306	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 3 Rank #1 / 306	0.0 Facility 0.0 ME AVG 0.2 Rank #1 / 306
Avita of Stroudwater	AL ADC IL MC	Westbrook (Landing Road)	75 Facility 75 ME AVG 20 Rank #30 / 357	No	19 Facility 19 ME AVG 31 Rank #232 / 422	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	88.0% Facility 88.0% ME AVG 87.3% Rank #155 / 244	A+	Tracy Hoppe	21	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 0.4 Rank #1 / 306	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 3 Rank #1 / 306	0.0 Facility 0.0 ME AVG 0.2 Rank #1 / 306
Cape Memory Care	AL MC RC	Cape Elizabeth (Scott Dyer Road)	72 Facility 72 ME AVG 20 Rank #33 / 357	No	14 Facility 14 ME AVG 31 Rank #261 / 422	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	90.3% Facility 90.3% ME AVG 87.3% Rank #144 / 244	-	Amanda Allen	47	0 Facility 0 ME AVG 0.4 Rank #1 / 306	1 Facility 1 ME AVG 3 Rank #162 / 306	0.0 Facility 0.0 ME AVG 0.2 Rank #1 / 306
Gorham House	AL IL MC NH RC	Gorham	69 Facility 69 ME AVG 20 Rank #36 / 357	No	64 Facility 64 ME AVG 31 Rank #63 / 422	Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed	78.6% Facility 78.6% ME AVG 87.3% Rank #184 / 244	A-	-	4	4 Facility 4 ME AVG 0.4 Rank #293 / 306	16 Facility 16 ME AVG 3 Rank #297 / 306	4.0 Facility 4.0 ME AVG 0.2 Rank #300 / 306

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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).

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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).

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

What neighborhood is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living is in the Back Cove neighborhood of Portland.

Is Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in a walkable area?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has a walk score of 44. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license number is ALP38676.

When does Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's license expires on June 9, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living's occupancy is 93%.

Who is the administrator of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living?

Leann Flohr is the administrator of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living.

How many beds does Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living have?

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living has 80 beds.

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