Foreside Harbor

1.9 mi

We moved here almost 5 years ago and have been very glad we did. The staff call us by name and are…read morevery kind and helpful. Everyone is friendly. There are loads of activities to choose from. One can be as active or quiet as they wish. There are nurses available, 2 restaurants, a pool, an auditorium as well as large rooms in the Lodges for events and gatherings. We live in the Independent Living section. There are also buildings for Assisted Living and for memory care.

After recently moving my parent here I have serious reservations about this community. The woman at…read morethe front desk is hostile at best, I'm afraid of how my parent will be treated. Every time I try and make arrangements it turns into a truly unpleasant event. I am actively and desperately trying to find a new, safe solution.

Spacious, customized homes create unique neighborhoods of terraced rock walls, gorgeous gardens and varied floorplans.

Whipple Farm also is where our heated, 4-season, saltwater pool is located, as can by seen here next to the reproduction barn.

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Whipple Farm cottage exteriors maintain colonial-era character, including dormers, decorative center chimneys, and cedar clapboards.

Sedgewood Commons

4.0

0.7 mi

My husband is at Sedgewood for Alzheimer's care. I am impressed that the facility is purely for…read morepatients with memory issues. The care has been excellent, from the director to the aides. All seem to be devoted to the comfort, respect and care of the patients.

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Falmouth By the Sea

2.6

(5 reviews)

0.1 mi

This was my first time to Falmouth by the sea. I was visiting someone who is staying here…read more I was super impressed with the staff, cleanliness, orderliness and over presentation! I would highly recommend from what I experienced if you have a loved one who needs special care to check out Falmouth by the sea, not to mention the incredible view of the bay!

My dad was on the waiting list here for two years, and no one from the facility ever called us to…read morefollow up. They said they were full, but I think because he was in a facility in Ellsworth which they also own which has empty beds, they didn't want to move him down here. The person I met with acted as though he did not care that my dad was 3 hours away from his family... Glad we dodged this bullet!!!

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Assisted Living Locators

5.3 mi

I cannot say enough about how amazing SHAWN SHAMBO is. He has gone over and above in assisting me…read morewith placing my parents in the best independent living situation and was SO HELPFUL by suggesting the right VA programs that were available to my parents to apply for. He is truly an elder care expert and his network is vast. Working with Shawn took so much pressure off me having to research all the available options. HIGHLY RECOMMEND his service!! If there were 10 stars available here I would be selecting them all. He is a rare find. Shawn truly cares about his clients and I am honored to now call him my friend.

I had need of help in placing two of my parents in assisted living, both with separate issues. My…read moremother has dementia and needed a location with security and my father needed an assisted living option for various health ailments. Both needed options that could either accept MaineCare now or in the near future. Unfortunately there wasn't a location that could accept both parents but Shawn managed to have the knowledge and resources to find locations for both. I do not believe I could have found these options on my own or without serious hair pulling and taking years off of my own life due to stress. He is the best person to call first if one has need of help in placing of elderly loved ones. I can't thank him enough.

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Seacoast Senior Advisors

11.8 mi

Dani has been a Godsend helping to get my father into assisted living in Maine. She helped us…read morenarrow down the list for facility tours which she attended with my family. She is very responsive, works quickly and has a lot of knowledge on facilities that you can't glean online. We had 2 tours set up within 24 hours of talking to her. Since I'm in San Diego, we also asked her to help furnish his room. She shopped for us at a local store and was on site for delivery and assembly. She even washed all the bedding and towels for us that I shipped from Amazon. Honestly, I'm not sure how we would have done this without Dani. I can't recommend her highly enough!

From the owner: Associate Broker and owner of Seacoast Senior Advisors and Seacoast Real Estate Group in…read moreassociation with Getty Real Estate Services - We offer a suite of services to assist with the process some include; help with community placement, downsizing & home sale services.

He walked in and was so excited to see his pictures and things on the walls. Another happy landing.

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Shay Johnson Realtor

1.3 mi

I cannot say enough glowing, positive things about Shay Johnson. She is an experienced,…read moreknowledgeable and exceedingly professional realtor. Shay was consistently helpful, open, transparent, and reliable throughout the entire process of selling our house. She genuinely cared about us, understood our needs from the beginning, and made sound recommendations from start to finish. Rebecca L.

From the owner: Shay Johnson's successful career as a luxury real estate broker in Southern Maine is built upon her…read moreunwavering dedication to her clients' goals. With deep expertise in the Southern Maine real estate market—including Portland, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Cumberland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, and South Portland—Shay combines exceptional negotiation skills, unparalleled market insight, and tireless commitment to ensure each home sale or purchase exceeds expectations. Specializing in luxury homes, waterfront properties, estate sales, and assisting downsizers, Shay leverages her extensive background in design and professional staging to expertly prepare and showcase homes. Shay offers complimentary professional staging as part of her comprehensive listing services, a proven strategy that, on average, increases home sale prices by 12%. Her professional home staging services breathe new life into properties, consistently achieving outstanding results and attracting high-value buyers. Shay provides clients with a seamless experience by offering trusted resources, from auctioneers to movers, expertly guiding them through every stage of selling or relocating. With decades of experience in customer-focused businesses, Shay prioritizes active listening, transparent communication, and enthusiastic service, cultivating long-term client relationships and delivering exceptional outcomes. Above and beyond? You bet!

Kitchen remodel before and after

Remodel before and after

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Bathroom remodel

Courtney Sweeton - Portside Real Estate Group

5.2 mi

Courtney guided us through buying our first home in a tumultuous market, and we are so thankful for…read moreher. Hire her if you want someone who will laugh with you, fight for you, and keep you grounded.

We found Courtney through a blind email to the Portside website, and at first didn't realize our…read moregood luck. At the time, we lived out of state, but had been looking at property online in Maine. We corresponded, then planned a trip to Portland. Before we arrived, Courtney sent us a detailed list of neighborhoods to explore, along with restaurants and coffee shops that she thought might suit us and our kids (as with so much else, her food recommendations were spot on). Courtney's thoughtful planning for that trip set the tone for our relationship with her during our nearly yearlong search for a home. We were immediately impressed by her down-to-earth demeanor and attention to detail. Despite a chaotic, fast-moving, and frustrating market, with low inventory, high prices, and rising interest rates, Courtney never lost faith in our ability to find the right place. She was wise, responsive, and constantly available to consult, troubleshoot, and advise. She and her work partner, Sarah Delisle, helped us find and clinch the deal on a house that makes sense for our family, and that we love. But Courtney's faithful and generous support didn't end there. She has been a font of knowledge on all things homeowner-related. We're relieved to have made it this far, but bummed that we don't get to hang out with Courtney on weekends anymore! We can't say enough about her great work ethic, kindness, and commitment to her clients.

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Laura Byther - eXp Realty

4.8

(16 reviews)

5.0 mi

Laura has been helping people with their real estate needs for many years. She has great knowledge…read moreof Portland and the surrounding areas. I called recently to inquire about looking for a home. She was very helpful. She took the time to ansewer my questions and enjoyed speaking with her.

We were looking to purchase a home in the area but didn't know where to start. Found Laura through…read morean online reality app - she was the first to respond to our inquiry, understood our needs and quickly worked to find us the house of our dreams. Would highly recommend her for your real estate needs.

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Giles Eye Care

4.2

(5 reviews)

4.1 mi

I've been with Dr. Giles now for 15 years. He is the best. He explains everything clearly in…read morelayman's terms, and always takes the time to make sure all of your questions are answer. Also his staff is great, especially his optician Jim, so helpful. I recommend them high.

The staff is great, but my experience with the Doctor is not great…read more Despite a return-visit where I complained about the tightness from my new contacts, the Doctor assured me mine were a fit. It wasn't until I tried another eye care center an entire year later that my new doctor informed me my contacts were sized too small and were constricting my eyes, and that the prescription was too strong and making my eyes work too hard. NOT happy wearing detrimental contacts for a year, especially after pointing it out to Dr. Giles. Thumbs down, harumph.

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Heather S.

6 years ago

My mother has lived at Foreside Harbor for three years. She has a beautiful, small apartment with a spacious deck and a lovely view of the garden and harbor. The location couldn't be nicer - very quiet with whispering pines, sailboats, ducks, and gulls floating on the water, while Osprey and hawks soar above and songbirds swoop among the trees. The staff members are very attentive and loving, and the new director has done a fabulous job addressing some management challenges of years past. We are especially appreciative of the staff's responsiveness to Mom's special interests and needs. The director always is willing to talk and explore customized care plans. I am so grateful to the staff members for the heroic job they have done during this pandemic. Communication from Foreside Harbor and Falmouth by the Sea has been regular, thorough and on point despite very trying circumstances beyond their control. I would encourage families to visit Foreside Harbor and have a look. read more

Marian B.

6 years ago

I understand the low reviews posted here, but I'm writing to say that the administration is now totally different than when those reviews were written. My mother has been there for 4 years now. Yes, there were some issues earlier and staff changes although she didn't ever personally experience problems with meds or care. Foreside Harbor is awesome. The care is excellent and has been over the last year, especially during covid. There are very knowledgeable and caring staff and a wonderful activities director helping the residents do fun things. Check out the Foreside Harbor facebook page to see what it's like. The dining room chef has been very responsive to dietary needs for my mother. She is real happy there and that makes me happy. We are both very confident in the quality of care and the location-- ocean view, outside area with benches and fountain--is fantastic! read more

Chris W.

6 years ago

My mother in law has been living at Foreside Harbor for 3 and a half years now and has had a very good experience there. She has a lovely room with a view of the water and has gotten to know a number of of the care givers very well. While the residents now take meals in their rooms due to covid, we often had lunch in the dining room and enjoyed the company of other residents. They recently got a new director who has handled the many challenges of the pandemic remarkably well. I also think the small size of the place means she has gotten personal attention which might not be the case in a larger facility. read more

Rick S.

6 years ago

The staff at Foreside Harbor / Falmouth by the Sea have done an AMAZING job handling the COVID19 outbreak and managing the safety and security of their staff and residents. My Mom is a resident there and has been well cared for and protected from this pandemic. The staff puts itself in the line of fire every day, and deserves praise for their commitment and effort on behalf of their residents. Policies have been well thought through, quickly implemented, monitored and adapted as necessary. read more

Linda W.

6 years ago

My mother and father were residents at Foreside Harbor. The nursing staff is wonderful and loving. They were well cared for and I felt very comfortable talking with doctors and nurses regarding their care. The facility is in a beautiful location and the apartments are very nice. I pray that someday I will be as well loved and cared for as my parents were in their older age. read more

Robert C.

6 years ago

Extremely clean and home-like assisted living facility that has gorgeous views of Casco Bay. The staff is experienced and professional and has done an amazing job keeping their residents safe during Covid-19. I have visited many friends in this facility over the years and they were always extremely happy with their care. read more

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My beloved grandfather was a resident here for the past 6 months and he received exceptional care…read moreand support from staff. He felt loved and cared for and he loved them in return. I worked in 2 skilled / nursing facilities in this state for 4 years very recently. I not only personally but professionally know good and bad facilities. This is a good facility. It is on the smaller side but has more of a homey vibe to it than many other facilities. It also seemed to be conducive to staff being able to spend more time with residents and really build good, trusting relationships with them. He was in a 3 person room and it was managed well so that everyone had as much privacy as possible and were treated with respect. My grandfather just passed away at this facility this past week and my mother and I were with him. The outpouring of love and kindness that we received from staff, and that was also given to him in his final day just proved all the more that he spent his final months in the best place he could have been. There are literal angels working here. I can't say enough good about Coastal Manor, but thank you for taking such good care of one of the most important men in my life.

If I could give 0 stars, I would. Let me explain... My grandfather who was put on hospice, was put…read morein a room with 2 other men, and absolutely no privacy. The room was completely open & the tiny curtain that was there didn't cover anything and wasn't used to separate the patients. Our first interaction was walking into the room and the room mate on the commode in FRONT of my grandfather. The second interaction was a staff member giving my grandfather meds, I asked what medications they were because he's on hospice and there was a lot of pills. It took the staff member 20 minutes to see what the meds were and couldn't pronounce 1 of them. My grandfather could not swallow and was choking on pills, water, food, etc.; the staff member was forcing the pills into his mouth and I had to step in and tell her no more medications and told my grandfather to spit the pills out. There was also no railings on the bed & every day when we went to visit, my grandfather was falling out of the bed. He was dependent, with no mobility so he could not reposition himself. As a family, we requested that another hospice agency come in and take over his care and to be moved to another facility. The hospice nurse talked to the other facility & agency, and told them he was "eating and drinking fine and doing good". Complete lie. The man couldn't swallow anything and was uncomfortable, in pain & having absent seizures (if they paid attention, that would've been noticed). The nurses at coastal manor were extremely rude to me, when calling to check on him and when asking questions about his care. At one point, they pretty much called me dumb and told me "I didn't know what I was talking about". I don't claim to know everything, however I do work in healthcare and this is my third grandparent to go on hospice and pass. I know the logistics of the process and steps that need to be taken. The hospice agency and this facility did nothing, but cause more distress to my grandfather. We finally made the decision to send him to the hospital, to get another hospice agency to assess him. The assistant director of nursing, care manager & hospice nurse, threatened us by saying "your grandfather won't be admit to the hospital. Your grandfather won't be admitted or accepted to other hospice facility. He'll be sent further away up north". NONE of this happened. He was admitted to the hospital and accepted to the other hospice facility. Where he got the correct medications, was able to be comfortable and pain free, and eventually passed with dignity. They did not send his belongings to the hospital with him. When the family went to pick up the belongings, they didn't know what patient we were talking about. Family had to go into the basement and look for the belongings, where there was hundreds of boxes of patient belongings. We find the belongings and look to see if that's everything, nope. The one thing we wanted, wasn't there. A photo frame that had a picture of our grandmother. We ask where it is and told "I don't know. You can look in his old room". The picture was on someone else's night stand (not where we had put it prior). This is not a place you send a person you love and care about. The staff do not care about the patients, it's not a good environment for patients. The place is gross and has so many problems. We also overheard a staff member say "I hate this job." As well as multiple staff members going out for cigarettes and going straight to patient care, without washing their hands. There was also trash bags in the hallway and just a dingy environment.

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Excellent client services provided to those with dementia. It's the staff, it's the staff. It's the…read morestaff.

Patrons and prospective employees should beware that this business does not treat their staff well…read moreat all. Do not be fooled by the beautiful facility. Management is extremely unprofessional and disrespectful toward people trying to get jobs with this company. There is a systematic problem that trickles down from the Executive Director to the rest of the staff. You will even notice that the front reception desk is rarely attended to and there is no one answering phones or returning calls. One can only imagine how their elderly residents are being treated by staff members when the facility does not value the hard workers caring for them. They should be ashamed of themselves.

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