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 2023 · 3 years of data 22 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 2023 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total inspections (10% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection June 3, 2025

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. 2220 This facility has 10% more total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (22 vs. ME avg 20).↑ 10% worse

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

  • August 10, 2023 biennial survey found the facility in substantial compliance with all applicable Level III Residential Care Facility regulations.
  • No deficiencies or complaints were documented during the most recent inspection of this 3-bed assisted housing program.
  • The inspection record shows consistent regulatory compliance without any cited issues or enforcement actions.

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Compare Assisted Living around Auburn

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

Clover Health Care
AL
IL
MC
NH
Auburn (Minot Avenue)
109
Facility 109
ME AVG 20
Rank #9 / 357
Yes
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 31
Rank #122 / 422
Private Rooms-A+-6
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 0.4
Rank #302 / 306
76
Facility 76
ME AVG 3
Rank #306 / 306
12.7
Facility 12.7
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #306 / 306
Bolster Heights Residential Care
AL
Auburn (New Auburn)
84
Facility 84
ME AVG 20
Rank #18 / 357
No
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 31
Rank #119 / 422
-
95.2%
Facility 95.2%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #124 / 244
-Merissa Poland35
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.4
Rank #1 / 306
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 3
Rank #282 / 306
0.3
Facility 0.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #217 / 306
Clover Living Center
AL
NH
Auburn
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 20
Rank #72 / 357
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
---Megan A. Stevenson1
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
The Chapman House
AL
Auburn
30
Facility 30
ME AVG 20
Rank #76 / 357
Yes
82
Facility 82
ME AVG 31
Rank #23 / 422
Private Rooms
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #167 / 244
-Bonnie J. Iwans22
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.4
Rank #1 / 306
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 3
Rank #261 / 306
0.3
Facility 0.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #217 / 306
Country Way
AL
Auburn (Murphy Corner)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #247 / 357
No
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 31
Rank #373 / 422
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #1 / 244
-Brian Vye22
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

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Country Way is located in Auburn, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Country Way

What neighborhood is Country Way in?

Country Way is in the Murphy Corner neighborhood of Auburn.

What is the license number of Country Way?

According to ME state health department records, Country Way's license number is RCC2032.

When does Country Way's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Country Way's license expires on February 6, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Country Way?

Country Way's occupancy is 100%.

Who is the administrator of Country Way?

Brian Vye is the administrator of Country Way.

How many beds does Country Way have?

Country Way has 3 beds.

What is the address of Country Way?

Country Way is located at 1757 Pownal Rd, Auburn, ME 04210.

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