Occupancy rate
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In line with Maine average
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Assisted Living in Hancock County
Foster Street Home
Assisted Living in Hancock County
Foster Street Home
Make the most of your independence at Foster Street Home, an inviting community in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
Here, residents can rekindle passions and find new hobbies with a jam-packed calendar of enjoyable activities and enriching programs. Hassle-free mealtimes with nutritious and tasty meals are also provided, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents can take their medicines as prescribed. The community is great for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its warm and nurturing environment.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
6
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day
5
Occupancy rate
83.3%
Residents per day
5
6-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score: 51 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with Maine averageOccupied beds
5 / 6
Average residents
64 per day
Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationMarch 11, 2025
CountyHANCOCK
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC306
Fax+1 (207) 667-1977
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Types of Care at Foster Street Home
Assisted Living
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.
8 visits/inspections
1 other visits
Breakdown by inspection type
- 1 desk review
- 6 on-site inspections
- 1 other inspection
Results
3 with issues
5 without issues
Maine average: 10 inspections
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Latest inspection
Date
October 31, 2025
Inspection history
10/31/2025
SURVEY WAIVED
NO DEFICIENCIES
10/26/2023
ON-SITE INSPECTION
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
09/27/2021
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
08/24/2020
DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
09/26/2019
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
10/18/2017
ON-SITE INSPECTION
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
11/05/2015
ON-SITE INSPECTION
ACCEPTED PLAN OF CORRECTION
01/30/2014
ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
3 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Maine average: 3 deficiencies
Compare Assisted Living around Hancock County The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
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