Helms Way
Assisted Living · Cumberland County, ME
Helms Way
Assisted Living · Cumberland County, ME
Age without worries at Helms Way, an idyllic retreat in Gorham, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team that helps with their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. With accessible and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.
A well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and interact with their surroundings. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.
Types of Care at Helms Way
Assisted Living
3-bed community Rank #248 / 358Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 248th out of 358 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maine SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
Walk Score: 4 / 100 Rank #337 / 421Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 337th out of 421 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationMarch 11, 2025
CountyCumberland
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC39911
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.
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Overall vs. ME average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (95% below)
• Total inspections (95% below)
Latest Inspection
June 23, 2025
Inspections
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|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 1 | 20 | This facility has 95% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 95% better |
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
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1.5 miles from city center
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Assisted Living in Maine
Helms Way is located in Gorham, Maine.
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| Helms Way |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Gorham | 3 | No | 4 | - | - | - | 1 | 0 | 0.0 |
| OceanView At Falmouth |
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MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Falmouth | - | No | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Helms Way
What neighborhood is Helms Way in?
Helms Way is in the Gorham neighborhood of Gorham.
Is Helms Way in a walkable area?
Helms Way has a walk score of 4. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the license number of Helms Way?
According to ME state health department records, Helms Way's license number is RCC39911.
When does Helms Way's license expire?
According to ME state health department records, Helms Way's license expires on March 11, 2025.
How many beds does Helms Way have?
Helms Way has 3 beds.
What is the address of Helms Way?
Helms Way is located at 43 Helms Wy, Gorham, ME 04038.
What is the phone number of Helms Way?
(207) 839-7002 will put you in contact with the team at Helms Way.
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