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Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, the Portland Center for Assisted Living aims to create a family community atmosphere for its residents. Staff members are appreciated for their kindness and compassion, and they strive to meet the residents' physical and emotional needs. The Portland Center's amenities include outdoor gardens with walking paths and a library. In addition, residents can participate in planned outings and onsite arts and crafts classes. Off-campus places of interest include Deering Oaks Park and the Union Station Plaza Shopping Center.

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Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living located in beautiful Portland, Maine, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Birchwoods at Canco is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our elegant dining room serves three chef-prepared meals every day. Activities are an integral part of the Birchwoods' lifestyle and include arts, crafts, table games, fitness classes and outings. Weekly movies are shown on the wide-screen TV, with refreshments on the house. On the quieter side, you can take advantage of Birchwoods' library or relaxing whirlpool. Health and personal care services at Birchwoods at Canco are coordinated by our full-time Registered Nurse. In addition to our Basic Services, you can choose from a variety of Personal Services according to individual needs and preferences. In this way, an individualized service plan is created with resident, family, and staff input. Because it focuses exclusively on your needs and preferences, you do not pay for services you do not require. The goal of your service plan is to promote your health and quality of life. The plan is reviewed on a regular basis and, of course, you can modify it at any time. To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: <a href="https://www.pfr.maine.gov/almsonline/almsquery/searchcompany.aspx?board=6711">Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Company License Information</a>

Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living

The newly renovated Holiday Woods at Canco is a pet-friendly, independent senior living community located in Portland, Maine less than five miles north of the historic Old Port and Waterfront District.

Woods at Canco features spacious senior apartments available in studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans as well as separate cottages. Each unit includes modern amenities like a kitchenette, washer and dryer hookups, and individual thermostat control. Select floor plans feature a patio or balcony, providing residents with their own private outdoor space. Garage parking is also available.

The well-maintained grounds feature a garden and gathering space. Indoor common areas are designed to foster engagement and include an event space, theater, fitness center, and private dining room. A well-stocked library is available for book clubs or solo readers, and residents enjoy the convenience of an on-site barber shop and beauty salon as well as a large screen TV lounge and cozy fireplace.

The community offers a wide range of all-inclusive services and amenities, such as housekeeping, light linen services, and a calendar of social events. Three freshly prepared meals are served each day in the dining room, with a variety of menu options crafted by the culinary team. Scheduled transportation is also available for appointments, outings, and errands.

Upon move-in, each resident receives a wearable Lively® Mobile Plus GPS device, which provides 24/7 emergency medical and personal assistance both within the community and outside it. Home care services are available on-site from third-party providers for an additional fee.

Woods at Canco is less than a 10-minute drive from the MaineHealth Maine Medical Center, Susan's Fish-n-Chips, and scenic Edward Payson Park.

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75 State Street is a nonprofit organization that provides independent and assisted living for older adults who wish to live in an active, vibrant, urban community.

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Live the Retirement Lifestyle You've Dreamed Of!

Our Community features an active lifestyle, with a full complement of amenities and services so you can enjoy your retirement and spend more time with family and friends.

Our independent lifestyle includes a live-in management team that is available throughout the day and when our residents need them.

Enjoy delicious dining options - Our Executive Chef and Culinary Team prepares three delicious meals from scratch every day, and snacks and beverages are available anytime.

Convenient Services and Transportation - Weekly housekeeping and maintenance services, transportation to doctor's appointments and shopping as well as fun and exciting activities and events are included in the monthly rent.

Relax and socialize with friends - We provide numerous, purposefully designed areas to relax and enjoy a puzzle, a book, a cup of coffee or a conversation with a new friend.

If you need some basic help such as medication reminders, you can utilize a third-party home health care provider who already tends to a number of our residents. This allows you to only pay for the services you need.

Our carefree living allows our residents to focus on activities they WANT to do, rather than tasks they need to do.

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