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Ideally located in the quiet neighborhood of Portland, ME, Woodford Street is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. With its intimate and nurturing environment, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Exceptional support is also provided for residents’ daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7 to maintain their independence without worries.
Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them active and socially engaged. Mealtimes also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals served three times daily. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement, accompanied by its high-quality care and cozy communal spaces.
Lower than the Maine average: 83.1%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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 8 | 20 | This facility has 60% fewer total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (8 vs. ME avg 20).↓ 60% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
0.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Woodford Street's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Woodford Street is located in Portland, Maine.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Gorham House |
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).
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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. | Gorham | 146
Facility
146
ME AVG
22
Rank
#7 / 357 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
31
Rank
#63 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#184 / 244 | A- | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#293 / 306 | 16
Facility
16
ME AVG
3
Rank
#297 / 306 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#300 / 306 |
| Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living |
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.
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. | Portland (Back Cove) | 80
Facility
80
ME AVG
22
Rank
#29 / 357 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
ME AVG
31
Rank
#136 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#136 / 244 | A+ | Leann Flohr | 34 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 20
Facility
20
ME AVG
3
Rank
#300 / 306 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#266 / 306 |
| Scarborough Terrace |
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. | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 77
Facility
77
ME AVG
22
Rank
#33 / 357 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
31
Rank
#265 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
68.8%
Facility
68.8%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#208 / 244 | A+ | David Kingsley | 28 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth |
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.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove) | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
22
Rank
#44 / 357 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
31
Rank
#232 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#121 / 244 | - | Deborah Riddell | 4 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Woodford Street |
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. | Portland (Deering Center) | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
22
Rank
#192 / 357 | No |
78
Facility
78
ME AVG
31
Rank
#29 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
75.0%
Facility
75.0%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#189 / 244 | - | - | 8 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
Woodford Street is in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland.
Woodford Street has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to ME state health department records, Woodford Street's license number is RCC1203.
According to ME state health department records, Woodford Street's license expires on October 27, 2025.
Woodford Street's occupancy is 75%.
Woodford Street has 4 beds.
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