Homestead At Owls Head

Homestead At Owls Head is a homesharing residential community in Owls Head, Maine that provides accommodations and supportive care services for seniors who wish to age in place in a home-like setting. The community offers both short-term respite care (by the hour, day, or month) and long-term residential accommodations (by the month) as alternatives to traditional nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or dementia care units.

Care services are provided through home health care providers and include support from a skilled nursing team of Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses who perform advanced medical services. Home care aides assist residents with everyday living activities including transportation for medical appointments, shopping, and recreation using a handicap-accessible van when needed. Residents may arrange services through contracted providers or other agencies at their discretion, with Medicare-reimbursable services available from appropriate providers as needed.

Accommodations include private or shared bedrooms with furnishings available, private bathroom facilities with handicapped shower access, and use of common areas such as dining rooms, living rooms, screened porches, and yard space. Rent includes supplies such as linens, toiletries, and cleaning supplies, along with yard maintenance and home repairs.

The community is designed around a small-home model that emphasizes personalized, non-institutional care where residents receive appropriate attention and support without excessive bureaucratic structure. The intimate setting allows residents to maintain dignity and autonomy while having access to necessary services and oversight.