Home care providers serving Bangor, Maine
The following providers serve Bangor, Brewer, Old Town, Orono, Ellsworth, and surrounding Penobscot and Hancock county communities. Contact providers directly to confirm current availability, service area, and whether they accept MaineCare.
What families ask about home care in Bangor, Maine
What home care options are available near Bangor, Maine?
The Bangor area is served by both national home care franchises and local independent agencies. Services range from non-medical personal care (bathing, dressing, meals, companionship) to skilled home health nursing and therapy. Most agencies serving Bangor also cover Brewer, Old Town, Orono, Ellsworth, and surrounding Penobscot County communities.
Does MaineCare pay for home care in the Bangor area?
Yes. MaineCare's Home and Community Benefits waiver covers in-home care for eligible individuals in Penobscot, Hancock, and Washington counties. Contact Maine's Assessing Services Agency at 833-525-5784 to begin an eligibility assessment.
How quickly can home care start after a hospital discharge in Bangor?
Most home care agencies in the Bangor area can begin services within 24–72 hours of an initial call. Eastern Maine Medical Center's discharge planning team can coordinate referrals. Contact agencies directly to confirm current availability and response times.
Full listing — Downeast Maine
This page highlights providers serving the Bangor, Maine area. For the complete list of in-home care providers across Downeast Maine, including providers in surrounding communities, see the full regional page.
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Last Reviewed: June 2026