What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

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Do you help families that need Medicaid?

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Bolster Heights Residential Care | Memory Care in Auburn, ME

Overview of Bolster Heights Residential Care

Bolster Heights boasts an efficient rehabilitative approach to skilled nursing and rehab to enhance their quality of life. They have a team of well-trained care staff who deliver a multidisciplinary approach to nursing when providing tailored care– ensuring service with compassion, kindness, and professionalism.

As a member of the Central Maine Medical Center, Bolster Heights specializes in long-term care, transitional/post-acute care; along with services such as transportation, housekeeping, and laundry– to name a few of the features that residents from both living options get unlimited access to.

(207) 784-1364

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 84

84-bed community

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

Walk Score: 48 / 100

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

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

95%

In line with Maine average

Occupied beds

80 / 84

Average residents 64 per day

Facility TypeAssisted Housing

StatusActive

ExpirationFebruary 19, 2027

CountyAndroscoggin

License LevelPNMI LEVEL IV RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY

License NumberPND109

Bolster Heights Residential Care is administrated by Merissa Poland.

Nursing Services

24-Hour Staffing

Fax+1 (207) 782-2024

Laundry

Housekeeping

Full Calendar Of Events And Activities

Onsite Medical Services

24-Hour Personal Care

ActivitiesFull calendar of events and activities.

Specific ProgramsAssisted Living Care

Food DescriptionHealthy, delicious meals provided.

Meals IncludedYes

Types of Care at Bolster Heights Residential Care

Assisted Living Skilled Nursing

Breakdown by inspection type

16 desk reviews
19 on-site inspections

Results

6 with issues

29 without issues

Maine average: 10 inspections

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Latest inspection

Date September 30, 2025

Inspection history

NO DEFICIENCIES

ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION

NO DEFICIENCIES

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NO DEFICIENCIES

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NO DEFICIENCIES

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ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION

10 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Maine average: 3 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Bolster Heights Residential Care

The most recent inspection on August 1, 2025, identified deficiencies related to medication administration procedures after a substantiated complaint involving a medication error that caused illness and hospitalization for a resident. Earlier inspections were mostly clean, with one re-inspection in March 2023 noting multiple deficiencies in medication management, staff training, service plan updates, sanitation, and physical plant maintenance. The main issues have centered on medication administration and related staff training, with prior findings also including physical environment concerns. Complaint investigations were mostly unsubstantiated except for the recent medication error case. The record shows improvement following the 2023 re-inspection, but the latest findings indicate ongoing challenges with medication safety procedures.

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Bolster Heights Residential 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.	Auburn (New Auburn)	84	No	48	-	95.2%	-	Merissa Poland	35	6	10
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Bolster Heights Residential Care

Type of care: AL

Community: Auburn (New Auburn)

Bed Count: 84

Pets Allowed: No

Support Solutions Marston

Type of care: AL

Community: Auburn (Danville Corner)

Pets Allowed: No

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Type of care: AL MC

Community: Lisbon

Pets Allowed: Yes

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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

1.6 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Auburn's city center to Bolster Heights Residential Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.63 miles to nearest hospital (Central Maine Medical Center)

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