What is assisted living?
Assisted Living combines housing and supportive health care services for those who cannot or prefer not to live alone and don’t need the 24-hour skilled medical care of a nursing home. It is specifically designed to provide assistance to those who still want their independence but need help with activities of daily living such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Assisted living bridges the gap between the independence of retirement living and the total reliance upon long-term nursing care and promotes maximum privacy, security, respect, and, most of all, independence.

How will we know when it’s right to move ourselves or our loved one into an assisted living residence?
The decision to move into an assisted living residence is often difficult. Our staff will assist you in any way we can to help make that decision a little easier.

Do you have to buy your apartment at Chase Point?
No, residents rent their apartments at Chase Point. There is no long-term contract to be signed. Monthly rental includes 24-hour staffing, three meals a day, and all the amenities at Chase Point.

How much does Chase Point cost?
The cost of renting an apartment at Chase Point depends on the level of services you might need. To help you out with understanding what is included in your monthly cost and how it compares to the cost of living at home, we have attached a Cost Comparison Chart.

When was Chase Point opened?
Chase Point opened its doors in August, 1999.

What is the relationship between Chase Point and Miles Health Care?
Chase Point is part of the Miles Health Care Circle of Care and is located on the Miles Health Care campus. Miles is a complete system of health care with Miles Medical Group physician’s offices, Cove's Edge nursing and rehabilitation facility, Schooner Cove Retirement Community, Chase Point Assisted Living, and one of the best small hospitals in New England - Miles Memorial Hospital - all on one campus.

There’s a cooperative system among elder services at Miles. Schooner Cove residents have priority for placement at Chase Point, and, should the need arise, Chase Point residents have priority for placement at Cove’s Edge.

Do residents take care of their own medications?
Chase Point offers excellent medication management, and usually recommends our staff manage all medications. However, residents may, if they choose, take care of their own medications.

Is Chase Point on the river?
Yes, Chase Point is located right on the banks of the beautiful Damariscotta River. There are short walking paths on the river side of both Chase Point assisted living and Riverside at Chase Point. There is also a longer path around the entire campus of Miles Health Care.

Does Chase Point offer rooms for short-term stays?
Yes, subject to available space, Chase Point apartments may be rented for as little as one night. The $141 per night charge includes three meals a day and all the amenities and benefits of Chase Point.

How secure is Chase Point?
Chase Point is proud of its safety and security system. Chase Point has the Watch Mate system, allowing a resident to contact a staff person at any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by simply pressing a button. Riverside has the Total Care system. Residents wear a bracelet that will silently lock the doors as soon as a resident walks by, preventing any exit.

Will I be served meals in my room?
Residents are encouraged to join others in the dining room for all meals. If that is not possible, tray service is available at no charge.

Is there transportation available to take me to appointments and shopping?
Yes, Chase Point has vehicles to provide local transportation for residents of Chase Point. Usually, a car or van transports residents to physician appointments and personal trip requests. Residents may also participate in the periodic day excursions taken in the Chase Point bus.

May I bring my own vehicle?
Yes. Parking at Chase Point is very limited, but there are spaces specifically reserved for Chase Point residents.

Does Chase Point offer an exercise program?
Chase Point offers a wide variety of activities, including an organized exercise program. The exercise program is held throughout the week, combining activities including chair exercising and a walking program.

When is the staff available to me?
Chase Point is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A front desk receptionist is available full time Monday - Friday. This person also functions as the Chase Point concierge, helping residents with greeting visitors, arranging for medical appointments, scheduling transportation, or any other questions or needs that may arise.

Are the apartments furnished?
No. Chase Point is home to our residents, and they furnish their apartments with their own personal furniture. Assistance from our maintenance staff is available when you are ready to move in. (Respite apartments are fully furnished.)

Do you offer tours of Chase Point?
We gladly offer tours to anyone who would like to see Chase Point, including family members and those just beginning their residence planning process. Please call ahead (207-563-4200) for an appointment.

I don’t have a physician in the Damariscotta area. Can you help me find a local physician?
The Chase Point staff would be happy to arrange for you to see one of the local physicians. Many Miles Medical Group physicians are located right on the same campus as Chase Point.

Is there cable TV and phone service available?
Both cable television and phone service are available.