Overview of Morse Brook

Age without worries at Morse Brook, a distinct community in South Paris, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch services provided for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, recreational activities and wellness programs, including movie night and light exercises, are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

(207) 744-2072

Managed by Marcia Turcotte

Executive Director

Marcia Turcotte serves as the Executive Director overseeing Morse Brook, a licensed program supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. She leads the community with a focus on person-centered care, promoting safety, independence, and community inclusion. Under her leadership, the program offers personalized support plans and engaging activities that enhance residents' quality of life.

Bed community size
2-bed community
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 4 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
2 / 2
Average residents 64 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationFebruary 24, 2026
CountyOxford
License LevelLEVEL I RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCA39004

Ownership & Operating Entity

Morse Brook is administrated by Marcia Turcotte.

Additional Services

1 service
Residential Support For Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 777-1107

Amenities & Lifestyle

Walking Trails
Park
Scenic Views
Specific ProgramsCooking classes, bingo, bowling, game afternoons, cooking competitions, Annual Wellness Day Event, sporting events, art classes

Types of Care at Morse Brook

Assisted Living

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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.

5 visits/inspections Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 2 desk reviews
  • 3 on-site inspections

Results

0 with issues

5 without issues

Maine average: 10 inspections

Latest inspection

Date September 3, 2024

Inspection history

09/03/2024 DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
03/07/2024 ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
08/16/2022 DESK REVIEW
NO DEFICIENCIES
02/18/2022 ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES
12/15/2020 ON-SITE INSPECTION
NO DEFICIENCIES

Inspection Report Summary for Morse Brook

The most recent inspection of Morse Brook on March 7, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with no deficiencies noted. Earlier inspections also showed no deficiencies, indicating consistent adherence to regulatory standards. There were no complaint investigations or enforcement actions listed in the available reports. The facility appears to maintain a stable compliance record over time.

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Morse Brook is located in South Paris, 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

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Address 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Paris's city center to Morse Brook's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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