Saint Joseph's Rehabilitation & Residence

Saint Joseph’s Rehabilitation & Residence is a nursing home in Portland, Maine, providing post-acute care services to older adults in need of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term residential support. Located at 1133 Washington Ave, the facility served the Portland community for nearly five decades, offering care tailored to individuals recovering from illness or injury, as well as those requiring extended residential care. Since its founding in 1975 by The Archdiocese of Portland and later acquired by MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in 2017, the facility maintained a strong commitment to quality care, supported by clinical and workforce resources from the larger MaineHealth system. In September 2024, the facility closed its doors to transition operations to Fallbrook Commons, a new 102-bed senior care center in the North Deering neighborhood, ensuring continuity of care for residents and staff. The facility holds a 5.00 rating based on one verified review.

The transition from Saint Joseph’s to Fallbrook Commons was part of a planned, long-term strategy announced in 2019 between MaineHealth, North Country Associates, and Sandy River Company. The new facility, designed as three distinct “neighborhoods” of 34 beds each, includes specialized units for memory care, short-term skilled nursing, and traditional long-term care, reflecting modern standards in senior living. Saint Joseph’s was known for its dedication to compassionate, individualized care, and its closure marked the end of an era for a facility that had served Portland for nearly 50 years. Staff from Saint Joseph’s transferred employment to Fallbrook Commons, preserving institutional knowledge and continuity of service.

Saint Joseph’s Rehabilitation & Residence is recognized for its strong online presence, with a well-structured website that provides clear, accessible information about services, billing, and care resources. The business is consistently represented across digital platforms with accurate and detailed information, making it easy for patients, families, and healthcare partners to find and understand its offerings. This transparency and reliability contribute to its standing as a trusted provider in the region.

As a legacy institution in Portland’s healthcare landscape, Saint Joseph’s Rehabilitation & Residence exemplified the evolving standards of senior care in Maine, leaving behind a foundation of compassion, continuity, and community commitment that continues through its successor facility.

Services:

• Rehabilitation
• Residential Care
• Long Term Care
• Clinical Resources Access