When evaluating skilled nursing options in Augusta, Maine can choose from 4 nursing homes with an average rating around 3.8.
Overview of nursing homes in Augusta
Facilities here provide 24/7 nursing oversight, medication management, and rehabilitation services. A typical community operates around 382 certified beds, but you’ll also find smaller, neighborhood settings.
How to choose in Augusta
- Ask about RN/LVN/CNA ratios across day and night shifts.
- Request sample therapy schedules and typical length of stay.
- Review emergency procedures and hospital transfer protocols.
- Tour dining, activities, and outdoor areas to gauge daily life.
Costs & coverage in Maine
Medicare may cover short-term rehabilitation after a qualifying hospitalization; long-term custodial care typically requires private payment or Your Medicaid Company if eligible.
Use the list below to compare facilities side-by-side. Visiting two or three communities in person and reviewing a sample care plan usually makes the decision clearer.