Memory Care at Market Square

Memory Care in Cumberland County

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Memory Care at Market Square

Memory Care in Cumberland County

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of Memory Care at Market Square

Specializing in memory care, the one-of-a-kind senior living community of Memory Care at Market Square situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Market Square, South Paris, ME, strives to provide a safe place for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementia. Keep peace of mind with the purposely built and snug accommodations in various semi-private rooms. Memory Care at Market Square goes above and beyond to provide top-notch care and support with a team of respectful and specially trained professionals for seniors to live with dignity and cherish every moment of their golden years.

Gain meaningful experiences and remain well-engaged with the community through a jam-packed calendar of events and stimulating programs. Mingle with friends over healthy and tasty meals and satisfy your dietary needs and preferences. With its tranquil spaces and incredible amenities, Memory Care at Market Square is a good place for seniors to spend a wondrous retirement.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
2/5 ▼ 1.0 Maine average: 3.0/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
2/5 ▼ 0.8 Maine average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
4/5 ■ Avg Maine average: 4.0/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
3/5 ▲ 0.3 Maine average: 2.7/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Maine state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 8th out of 42 homes in Maine.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 56m per day
This facility Maine avg (4h 30m per day)
vs Maine avg
+10%

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 100

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupancy rate 81.2%
Avg. Length of Stay 138 days
Occupancy rate
81.2%
Avg. Length of Stay
138 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

20% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

63% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 1 - 2 years

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.0M
Profit
$58.2K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$13.0M
Profit
$58.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.5M
34.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$8.5M
Total costs $13.0M
Walk Score
Walk Score: 40 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

4 amenities
Dining Room
Secure Courtyard
In-Room Kitchenette
Resident Rooms
Operating HoursMonday-Friday, 8:00-4:30

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionDining room provides structure and socialization for residents during meals.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Memory Care at Market Square

Memory Care

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Maine average 5


Last Health inspection on Mar 2025

Total health citations 35

Maine average 28.5

Citations per inspection
5.83

Maine average 5.88


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

29 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 0.3


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 0.4

0 critical citations More info Maine average: 0.3

0 serious citations More info Maine average: 0.4

29 moderate citations More info Maine average: 25.8

6 minor citations More info Maine average: 2.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Mar 05, 2025
Corrected

Compare Memory Care around Cumberland County The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

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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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Memory Care at Market Square
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

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HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

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.

NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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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.

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.

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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.

MC

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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

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Address 36.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Paris's city center to Memory Care at Market Square's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 115
Employees 75
Contractors 40
Staff to resident ratio 1.69:1
12% worse than Maine average

Maine average ratio: 1.92:1

Avg staff/day 43
Average shift 8.6 hours
6% better than Maine average

Maine average: 8.1 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 33,805
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 11
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 12
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 10.3 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 59
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

34.1%

11,535 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 12 Licensed Practical Nurse: 12 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 3 Registered Nurse: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Medical Director: 1 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant47125916,95291100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse012124,93891100%10.3
Medication Aide/Technician6062,96791100%9.9
Registered Nurse101112,8188998%9.3
Physical Therapy Assistant0339657886%6.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician0558607481%7
Dental Services Staff2026816369%6.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist3036556774%7.5
Other Dietary Services Staff2026337279%6.9
Mental Health Service Worker1014895560%8.9
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Administrator1014405560%8
Dietitian1014065055%8.1
RN Director of Nursing1012443235%7.6
Occupational Therapy Aide0111042123%4.9
Qualified Social Worker044992831%3.4
Medical Director0115633%18.7
Occupational Therapy Assistant0113533%11.8
59 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
12 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days 100%
11 Registered Nurse
% of Days 98%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 86%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 81%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 69%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 74%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 79%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 60%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 64%
1 Administrator
% of Days 60%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 55%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 35%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 23%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 31%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 3%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 3%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 68
Medicare
12
17.6% of residents
Medicaid
50
73.5% of residents
Private pay or other
6
8.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 13.6
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 14.2

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 24.3
17% better than Maine average

Maine average: 29.1

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 22.2%
15% better than Maine average

Maine average: 26.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 30.8%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 31.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.9%
33% better than Maine average

Maine average: 29.8%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.8%
9% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 4.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 7.6%
69% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 4.5%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.5%
27% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 2.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.9%
47% better than Maine average

Maine average: 5.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 18.9%
80% worse than Maine average

Maine average: 10.5%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.9%
20% better than Maine average

Maine average: 19.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.1%
10% better than Maine average

Maine average: 90.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.4%
In line with Maine average

Maine average: 95.5%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.0%
29% better than Maine average

Maine average: 70.8%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Maine average

Maine average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.8%
21% better than Maine average

Maine average: 74.5%

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