Overview of Skillings Street

Ideally situated in the lively setting of South Portland, ME, Skillings Street is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. The community also helps with residents’ daily living activities and personal needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Here, residents have more opportunities to focus on recreation, as housekeeping and laundry services are also provided.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, exciting events and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.

Bed community size
2-bed community Rank #303 / 357Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 303rd 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: 48 / 100 Rank #119 / 422Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th 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
50%
Rank #230 / 251Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 230th 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.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%
Occupied beds
1 / 2
Average occupied beds in Maine homes 64 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
ExpirationJuly 11, 2025 Expired
CountyCumberland
License LevelLEVEL I RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCA39396

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 387-4242

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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 1 deficiency 8 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. 4 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (67% below)
• Deficiencies per year (67% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (50% below)
• Total inspections (60% below)
Latest Inspection April 3, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 13 This facility has 67% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1 vs. ME avg 3).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 0.51.5 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.5 vs. ME avg 1.5).↓ 67% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.10.2 This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↓ 50% better

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. 820 This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (8 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 60% better

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

  • August 22, 2024 biennial survey found the facility not in substantial compliance due to one deficiency for missing a required signed Assisted Housing Appendix A contract.
  • No complaints were investigated or substantiated at the time of the August 22, 2024 inspection.
  • Only one resident record was reviewed, limiting the scope of findings to a single documentation issue without other cited deficiencies.

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Portland's city center to Skillings Street'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.

The Grande At South Portland
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MC
RC
South Portland
52
Facility 52
ME AVG 20
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No
32
Facility 32
ME AVG 31
Rank #179 / 422
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40.4%
Facility 40.4%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #239 / 244
Caitlin Marsanskis9
14
Facility 14
ME AVG 3
Rank #295 / 306
1.6
Facility 1.6
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #292 / 306
The Heron House
AL
MC
Cumberland Foreside
24
Facility 24
ME AVG 20
Rank #91 / 357
Yes
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 31
Rank #361 / 422
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #156 / 244
Ron Lessard5
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 3
Rank #261 / 306
1.2
Facility 1.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #284 / 306
Gordon Green
AL
South Portland (Ferry Village)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 20
Rank #109 / 357
No
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 31
Rank #60 / 422
Private / Shared Rooms--7
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
Pride House
AL
South Portland (South Portland Gardens)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 20
Rank #109 / 357
No
63
Facility 63
ME AVG 31
Rank #66 / 422
1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms--1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
Skillings Street
AL
South Portland (Cash Corner)
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #303 / 357
No
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 31
Rank #119 / 422
-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #224 / 244
-8
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #162 / 306
0.1
Facility 0.1
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #163 / 306

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Skillings Street is located in South Portland, 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 Skillings Street

What neighborhood is Skillings Street in?

Skillings Street is in the Cash Corner neighborhood of South Portland.

Is Skillings Street in a walkable area?

Skillings Street has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Skillings Street?

According to ME state health department records, Skillings Street's license number is RCA39396.

When does Skillings Street's license expire?

According to ME state health department records, Skillings Street's license expires on July 11, 2025.

What is the occupancy rate at Skillings Street?

Skillings Street's occupancy is 50%.

How many beds does Skillings Street have?

Skillings Street has 2 beds.

Are there photos of Skillings Street?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Skillings Street in the photo gallery on this page.

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