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Care Ridge Estate

Care Ridge Estate

35 Ridge Rd, Lee, ME 04455 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Care Ridge Estate

Experience a worry-free retirement at Care Ridge Estate, an inviting community in Lee, ME, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive the utmost care and attention for their daily living activities from a respectful and highly skilled team available 24/7. The community also provides accessible and secure accommodations in a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

With unending recreational activities and wellness programs, residents live their days as they want and meet new friends. Mealtimes are also something to anticipate, with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Here, residents enjoy the community’s serene outdoors and relaxing feel, ensuring they make the most of their best years.

Facility Direct Line (207) 738-4663
Facility Direct Line (207) 738-4663
Bed community size
10-bed community Rank #103 / 356Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 103rd out of 356 homes in Maine for bed count. 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
26 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #373 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 373rd out of 422 homes in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
90%
Rank #145 / 240Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 145th out of 240 homes in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 240. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
9 / 10
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
StatusActive
ExpirationMay 27, 2027
CountyPenobscot
License LevelPNMI LEVEL IV RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberPND1814

Ownership & Operating Entity

Care Ridge Estate is administered by Vernon Taylor.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Jackie Worster, Administrator (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staff Details

Total Employees
7
Full-Time Employees
7

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 738-4664

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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 12 deficiencies 27 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (300% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 123 This facility has 300% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (12 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 300% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.40.2 This facility has 100% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.4 vs. ME avg 0.2).↑ 100% 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. 2720 This facility has had 35% more total inspections than the Maine average (27 vs. ME avg 20). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 35% more
Inspection breakdown
15desk reviews
11on-site inspections
1other inspection

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

  • May 29, 2025 biennial survey found 6 deficiencies including incomplete background checks, missing resident service plan documentation, incomplete progress notes, and improper storage of poisonous materials.
  • Three of four staff lacked required Department-approved certification training within 120 days of hire, and personnel files missed job descriptions for all four staff reviewed.
  • Complaint investigations on February 5 and March 1, 2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed substantial compliance with licensing and care regulations.
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Address 2.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lee's city center to Care Ridge Estate's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Care Ridge Estate

What neighborhood is Care Ridge Estate in?

Care Ridge Estate is in the Crockertown neighborhood of Lee.

What is the license number of Care Ridge Estate?

According to ME state health department records, Care Ridge Estate's license number is PND1814.

When does Care Ridge Estate's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Care Ridge Estate's license expires on May 27, 2027.

What is the occupancy rate at Care Ridge Estate?

Care Ridge Estate's occupancy is 90%.

How long has Care Ridge Estate been in business?

Care Ridge Estate has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Care Ridge Estate?

No, Care Ridge Estate has a no-pet policy.

Who is the administrator of Care Ridge Estate?

Vernon Taylor is the administrator of Care Ridge Estate.

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