0.6 miles from city center
Description

Elm Street House stands as an exquisite senior living community in Augusta, offering not only a beautiful residence but also an assisted living facility that truly goes above and beyond. Residents here are treated to an array of luxurious amenities, including massage therapy services that bring relaxation and comfort to their daily lives. The commitment to security is evident through their 24/7 secured premises and valet service, ensuring residents’ peace of mind.

The premises boast features like walking trails, a game room, a chapel, and even a pharmacy for convenience. A meticulously landscaped courtyard offers tranquility, while an extensive library caters to intellectual pursuits. With short-term care options available, residents can find comfort in knowing that they’re well taken care of, and their in-room emergency response system adds an extra layer of security. Elm Street House also encourages an active lifestyle through their wellness center, making it easy for residents to prioritize their health. The dedication to comfort extends to housekeeping services and even concierge services, ensuring that residents can savor a worry-free living experience.

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What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options Private Rooms
Building Type Two-story

Amenities

Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

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Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly
MaineCare HCB Program
  • General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics: Rural access emphasized.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
  • ME Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
  • Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)
MaineCare Nursing Facility Services
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (hours unlimited per medical need).
Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)
Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.
  • Services: Medical care, personal care, day center, transportation, respite (tailored to need).
Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit
Maine VA Aid and Attendance
  • 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 Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
  • Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)
Maine Medicare Savings Programs
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).
  • Services: Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Maine Seniors

MaineCare HCB Program

Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or 18+ with disability, 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 Specifics: Rural access emphasized.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite (240 hours/year), meals ($6/meal), adult day services ($60/day).
ME Respite Program

Maine Statewide Respite Program

Eligibility
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
  • Income Limits: ~$2,500/month (individual, varies).
  • Asset Limits: $40,000 (individual).
  • ME Specifics: Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.
Benefits
  • Services: In-home respite (up to 30 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.
Benefits
  • Services: 24/7 nursing care, meals, therapy, medications (hours unlimited per medical need).
Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (20-30 hours/week), PERS, adult day care, home modifications.
Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Eligibility
  • General: Age 62+, 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 Specifics: Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.
Benefits
  • Services: Wheelchair ramps, grab bars, roof repairs (up to $20,000/project).
Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, 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 Specifics: Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.
Benefits
  • Services: Medical care, personal care, day center, transportation, respite (tailored to need).
Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Eligibility
  • 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 Specifics: High veteran population in rural areas.
Benefits
  • Services: Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs.
Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).
Benefits
  • Services: Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B), co-pays, deductibles.
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