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Joseph Street Foster Home

Joseph Street Foster Home

6 Joseph St, Houlton, ME 04730 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Joseph Street Foster Home

Age without worries at Joseph Street Foster Home, a blissful community in Houlton, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, ensuring residents take their medications as prescribed.

Enriching activities and engaging programs, including fun games and light exercises, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and meet dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With its dedicated services and purposely built amenities, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

Facility Direct Line (207) 532-1358
Facility Direct Line (207) 532-1358
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #134 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 357 homes in Maine. 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.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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 31 / 100 Rank #183 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 183rd out of 422 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 251Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 251 homes in Maine. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 251. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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
6 / 6
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationSeptember 22, 2025 Expired
CountyAroostook
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC350

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 532-1359

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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 19 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 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total inspections (5% below)
Latest Inspection March 21, 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. 1920 This facility has 5% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (19 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 5% better
Inspection breakdown
12desk reviews
7on-site inspections

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

  • November 8, 2024 biennial survey found the facility in substantial compliance with assisted housing and infection control regulations.
  • No deficiencies or complaints were recorded during the most recent inspection of this 6-bed residential care home.
  • The inspection confirmed full adherence to licensing and infection prevention standards for Level III Residential Care Facilities.
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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Houlton's city center to Joseph Street Foster Home's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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

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ME AVG 20
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ME AVG 31
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Joseph Street Foster Home is located in Houlton, 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 Joseph Street Foster Home

Is Joseph Street Foster Home in a walkable area?

Joseph Street Foster Home has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Joseph Street Foster Home?

According to ME state health department records, Joseph Street Foster Home's license number is RCC350.

When does Joseph Street Foster Home's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Joseph Street Foster Home's license expires on September 22, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Joseph Street Foster Home?

Joseph Street Foster Home's occupancy is 100%.

How many beds does Joseph Street Foster Home have?

Joseph Street Foster Home has 6 beds.

What is the address of Joseph Street Foster Home?

Joseph Street Foster Home is located at 6 Joseph St, Houlton, ME 04730.

What is the phone number of Joseph Street Foster Home?

(207) 532-1358 will put you in contact with the team at Joseph Street Foster Home.

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