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Gorham House

50 New Portland Rd, Gorham, ME 04038

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,962
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,990
Two Bedroom
Estimated $6,137

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,920
  • Average State Price: $4,957
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Gorham House Description

    Gorham House is a medium 35 bed community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and nursing care and is located in the small town of Gorham, Maine. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.2 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    The Nursing Home at this community has a 5 star rating out of 5 stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. To see more information from CMS you can check out the report here.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Nursing Home

    Nursing Homes provide a nurturing environment offering round-the-clock care, personalized support, and community activities for seniors needing assistance with daily living.

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    Community Reviews

    8.7
    Gorham House
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 56 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 2 communities in Gorham
  • Ranking in State: 69 out of 181 communities in ME
  • Food and Dining A

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care B

    Staff A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Positive Reviews:

    • Several family members have lived there, with reports of the staff being very professional.
    • One reviewer mentioned a positive rehab stay for their dad, highlighting friendly and supportive staff.
    • Long-term employee of 13 years speaks highly of the place, having had several family members stay there.
    • Eben and Jack received specific praise for being a pleasure to see and providing great service, as well as being very professional.

    Negative Reviews:

    • One potential employee was deterred by what they perceived as workplace drama and illegal employment practices, including threats of termination for speaking to former employees.
    • A former employee complained about being fired due to alleged lies and experiencing bullying from staff, as well as judgmental behavior.
    • Another review contradicts the positive staff professionalism mentioned, stating that the staff was not professional.


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    Health

    Assistance with bathing

    Dressing

    Toileting

    Ambulating

    Medication assistance and management

    Coordination of care with personal physician


    Services

    Social services

    Extra support to stay in apartment


    Activities

    Life enriching activities program

    Full-time Activities Director onsite

    Baking

    Tai chi

    Exercise

    Excursions


    Community Amenities

    Professional housekeeping and linen services

    Weekly housekeeping services

    Laundry service


    Room Amenities

    Secure unit

    Family room

    Library


    Dining

    Three nutritious meals a day

    Dining rooms

    Choice of one meal a day

    Hampton Dining Room

    Restaurants


    Transportation

    Transportation to doctors appointments

    Shopping

    Places of worship

    Transportation to the grocery store weekly

    Scheduled transportation



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 5
    Health inspection rating: 4
    Staffing rating: 4
    Quality measure rating: 5
    Long-term quality measure rating: 4
    Short-term quality measure rating: 5


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: March 1, 1994
    Ownership type: For Profit
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 69
    Total current residents: 57
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 0
    Number of payment denials: 0
    Number of fines: 0
    Total cost of fines: $0


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around emergency department and hospital visits for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

    The graph below shows information from this Nursing Home as well as State and National averages over time.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Develop a communication plan.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Construction Deficiencies Use approved construction type or materials.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 C Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 D Egress Deficiencies Have corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 D Smoke Deficiencies Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
    2023-03-27 2023-05-08 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2020-03-10 2020-03-20 D Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 B Resident Rights Deficiencies Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 B Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies Post nurse staffing information every day.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 D Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2023-03-29 2023-05-08 E Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-03-12 2020-04-12 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
    2020-03-12 2020-04-12 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
    2020-03-12 2020-04-12 B Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
    2019-04-10 2019-05-03 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
    2019-04-10 2019-05-03 D Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    2019-04-10 2019-05-03 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Gorham which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 6,882 (very small town).
    • The average income is $87,074, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 73
      • Low Temperature: 26
      • Average Temperature: 49.4
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 123 days of rain, 46 days of snow and 194 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.0 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 1.2 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.27 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.7 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.12 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.1 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 284.0, Moderate Days 17.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 3.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Hannaford
    0.2 miles away
    Market Basket
    5.1 miles away
    Shaw's
    5.2 miles away
    BJ's Wholesale Club
    5.7 miles away
    Sam's Club
    5.7 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    784
    0.3 miles away
    785
    0.4 miles away
    783
    0.7 miles away
    Westbrook Hub Firehouse
    3.3 miles away
    Westbrook Hub
    3.3 miles away

    Banks

    TD Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Norway Savings Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Gorham Savings Bank
    0.3 miles away
    Northeast Credit Union
    3.4 miles away
    Bank of America
    3.4 miles away

    Hospitals

    Brighton Medical Center
    7.1 miles away
    Mercy Hospital - Fore River Campus
    7.8 miles away
    Maine Medical Center
    8.0 miles away
    Mercy Hospital
    8.7 miles away
    Southern Maine Health Care
    14.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Rite Aid
    0.2 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.3 miles away
    Walgreens
    7.6 miles away
    Rite Aid Pharmacy
    7.8 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    10.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Main Street Dental
    3.5 miles away
    Portland Smiles
    5.2 miles away
    Endodontic Associates
    7.7 miles away
    Scarborough Dental Associates
    8.0 miles away
    Orthodontic Associates
    8.0 miles away

    Parks

    Claire Drew Trail Park
    0.3 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Maine Crossing
    5.4 miles away
    Mallside Plaza
    5.7 miles away
    The Maine Mall
    5.8 miles away
    Jetport Plaza
    5.9 miles away
    Cornerbrook Shopping Center
    6.0 miles away

    Culture

    Westbrook Performing Arts Center
    4.5 miles away
    One Longfellow Square
    8.6 miles away
    Portland Stage Company
    8.7 miles away
    Portland Performing Arts Center
    8.7 miles away
    State Theatre
    8.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Mr. Bagel
    0.2 miles away
    Sebago Brewing Company
    0.3 miles away
    Mamie's Farmhouse
    3.2 miles away
    Portland Pie Company
    3.3 miles away
    Sunset Ridge Bar and Grille
    3.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of ME. It is a medium-sized community with 35 total beds.

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