Bussiere MFH
Assisted Living · Maine, ME

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 2 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2024 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (250% above)
3 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
• Total inspections (85% below)
Latest Inspection December 16, 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. 23 This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 33% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 11.5 This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 1.5).↓ 33% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.70.2 This facility has 250% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.7 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 250% 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. 320 This facility has 85% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (3 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 85% better

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

The most recent inspection on December 16, 2024, found deficiencies related to employee background checks and resident record documentation. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so broader inspection patterns are not available. The main issues involved incomplete background checks for staff and missing consent forms in resident records. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. Without prior data, it is unclear whether these findings represent a new or ongoing pattern.

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Assisted Living in Maine

Bussiere MFH is located in Turner, 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).
ME

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
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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.
ME

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
ME

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bussiere MFH

What neighborhood is Bussiere MFH in?

Bussiere MFH is in the Turner neighborhood of Turner.

What is the license number of Bussiere MFH?

According to ME state health department records, Bussiere MFH's license number is RCB39754.

When does Bussiere MFH's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Bussiere MFH's license expires on January 1, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Bussiere MFH?

Bussiere MFH's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Bussiere MFH?

Athena Bussiere is the administrator of Bussiere MFH.

How many beds does Bussiere MFH have?

Bussiere MFH has 3 beds.

What is the address of Bussiere MFH?

Bussiere MFH is located at 34 Holbrook Rd., Turner, ME 04282.

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