Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough | Photos, Reviews, Prices

17.9 miles from city center

Description

A prestigious senior living community situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough provides a wide array of care options for veterans. These include residential care, memory care, respite care, long-term care, short-term skilled rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy services. A selection of 150 cozy beds await seniors as they move into the serene premises of the community. With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough boasts a team of respectful and qualified professionals providing top-tier care and assistance around the clock.

Feel a sense of camaraderie and lead a meaningful life with stimulating activities and enrichment programs. Enjoy mealtimes at your own pace with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its vibrant setting and friendly environment, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough strives to provide a haven for veterans to live a glorious retirement.

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Building Type Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Memory Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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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).