What levels of care does this community offer?

Chase Point Assisted Living offers assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing.

Are there photos of this home?

There are 2 photos of Chase Point Assisted Living on Mirador.

What is Chase Point Assisted Living's address?

The full address for this community is 51 Schooner St, Damariscotta, ME, 04543.

Does this community offer respite care?

Yes, Chase Point Assisted Living offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

Chase Point Assisted Living - Damariscotta, ME

Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive for Chase Point Assisted Living and its affiliated memory care (Riverside) while noting localized problems in another unit (Cove's Edge). Reviewers consistently praise the quality of care, the professionalism and compassion of staff, and the attractive, home-like environment. Several reviewers emphatically recommend the community and report that residents feel at home, supported, and able to maintain independence in a semi-independent lifestyle.

Care quality and staffing emerge as the most praised aspects. Multiple summaries describe the care as phenomenal, with staff characterized as professional, knowledgeable, considerate, affectionate, and understanding. Caregivers are described as attentive, not rushed, and plentiful — reviewers emphasize a well-organized and happy team that goes above and beyond. Management is also noted positively, with at least one mention calling management "excellent." These consistent remarks indicate strong person-centered care and reliable staffing levels that make families feel comfortable entrusting loved ones to the facility.

Physical facilities and location receive high marks. The community is described as bright, clean, and attractive, with above-standard living areas and beautiful apartments that help residents feel at home. Specific amenities called out include ocean views consistent with a coastal Maine setting and an onsite library. The proximity to a hospital with state-of-the-art orthopedics is cited as an asset for medical support. These elements combine to create a pleasant living environment with both aesthetic appeal and practical medical connectivity.

Programming and resident life are another clear strength. Reviews mention numerous social opportunities, daily events, and good activities programming (particularly in Riverside memory care). The emphasis on independence and a semi-independent lifestyle is repeated: residents can remain autonomous while receiving supportive services. Several reviewers specifically state the community is a "wonderful place for independence" and that it "supports independence" for parents needing some assistance, indicating that the level of care and programming aligns well with residents who require moderate support rather than full skilled nursing.

Specialized care is mixed but leaning positive. Riverside memory care is repeatedly described as good, well-kept, and clean, with appropriate activities programs. An Alzheimer’s unit is mentioned as available, and reviewers expressed confidence in memory-care services where applicable. This suggests that memory-care offerings at Chase Point (or affiliated Riverside) are a reliable option for families seeking dementia-specific support.

Notable concerns are concentrated around Cove's Edge. Several summaries call out poor cleanliness and a strong urine odor in that unit, and one or more reviewers stated that Cove's Edge is not suitable for long-term care and is better for short-term rehab. These negative comments are localized and contrast sharply with the positive descriptions of Chase Point and Riverside; nonetheless, they are significant and indicate variability in standards or maintenance between different units/locations within the broader community. Additionally, some reviewers referenced a prior temporary facility with horrified reactions (initially depressing and upsetting) — this is presented as a contrast that made Chase Point’s care feel particularly strong, rather than as a fault of Chase Point itself.

In summary, the dominant pattern is a high level of satisfaction with care quality, staff professionalism and compassion, facility appearance, social programming, and management. Memory-care services (Riverside) are reported as good, and the community’s coastal setting and amenities are valued. The main negative pattern concerns Cove's Edge, where sanitation and odor issues and questions about suitability for long-term placement were raised; prospective residents and families should ask specifically about that unit’s current conditions and whether improvements have been made. There is little specific feedback about dining, medical outcomes beyond the proximity to a hospital, or cost — if those areas are important, callers should request current, detailed information during a tour. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Chase Point and report that it succeeds at creating a supportive, independent-feeling, home-like environment with strong staffing and management, while advising caution and verification regarding the condition of particular sub-units such as Cove's Edge.

Chase Point Assisted Living sits in Damariscotta, Maine, not far from LincolnHealth Miles Campus and the banks of the Damariscotta River, and what they do is give seniors a place to stay safe, comfortable, and well cared for when they can't or shouldn't be at home alone anymore but don't need a nursing home full-time, and they seem to have set up their community so you'll find both private and semi-private rooms, with studios and one-bedrooms about 350 to 500 square feet, all meant to feel homey and easy to move around in with a little help if you need it, and they let you move in with a pet, which is good if you've always liked a cat or small dog around. There's a big focus on activities, so you'll probably have choices like movie nights, evening events, regular workout classes, music and even pet therapy sometimes, plus a schedule packed with daily programs and offsite trips for errands or church, and it helps folks keep some routine and meet others so you're not feeling shut in.

Seniors get three home-cooked meals every day-planned out with medical needs in mind, especially for conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes, and the kitchen aims at both taste and nutrition, which makes things easier if eating right has gotten more complicated as years go by. Staff help with showers, dressing, bathroom needs, and grooming, with extra support available for those who need memory care in the Riverside section, which is set up to reduce wandering and confusion, especially for Alzheimer's or dementia. There are also long-term care and short-term rehab options at Cove's Edge if someone really needs a higher level of health care or is coming back from the hospital, and if haircuts or trims are needed, a mobile barber or hairdresser is available on site. There's a nurse on staff all day and all night, plus a call system in each room if you need quick help, and systems for fire and other emergencies, and a backup generator in case the power cuts out, which is a comfort in Maine during storms.

You'll see the indoor common spaces like a bright sunroom, club room, and exercise area, or the garden and shaded walking trails outside, which are good for both quiet moments and low-key social time with neighbors, and the recreation rooms and book room if you want to read or play cards. The community schedules therapy-physical and rehab-type services-for folks who need it, and the team includes people trained to handle dementia, incontinence, diabetes, and non-ambulatory care as part of the regular support for activities of daily living. They work with each resident and family to set up a care plan that fits, which means help comes without taking away a person's independence, and they try to be clear on costs and what's covered, whether a person needs something upscale or is watching a budget.

Residents at Chase Point Assisted Living can join social, educational, and spiritual events both on and off the grounds, and can count on transportation to doctors, shopping, or religious services, all handled by staff who know how to support older adults. The staff members are trained and seem focused on kindness and respect, watching for ways to help with dignity and privacy, so folks feel as much at home as possible, even as their needs change and more care is required. The community tries to create a friendly, connected feeling, with safety and comfort at the center, and backs it up with a mix of personal attention, medical connection to MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital, and a setting that's easy to settle into even when life throws a curve or two.

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