Birch Bay Retirement Village

02/19/2026

Our 2026 Chili Cook-off was a big success! 🌶️ 🫘 Congratulations to our top three winners: Chef Brandie came in first place followed by Claire & Susan. A diverse array of chili dishes featured interesting flavors such as bison, portobello mushrooms, and more. Staff and residents competed as entrants. Thank you to George Rossi for providing entertainment. 🎶

02/18/2026

Are you handy, reliable, and passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment? Birch Bay Retirement Village is looking for a Maintenance professional to help keep our community running smoothly and looking its best. This position supports a comfortable, home-like environment for residents by addressing service requests promptly and maintaining compliance with safety standards.

What You’ll Do:
· Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to ensure safety and functionality.
· Handle basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry tasks.
· Prepare and refresh resident units for move-in (painting, cleaning, minor fixes).
· Maintain common areas and landscaping; assist with snow removal and seasonal projects.
· Respond promptly and courteously to resident and staff maintenance requests.
· Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies.

Why You’ll Love It Here:
· Birch Bay was voted Best Place to Work in Maine in 2024 and 2025!
· Make a real difference in the lives of our residents.
· Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
· Enjoy a role where every day brings variety and purpose.

Benefits: MDI Hospital and Birch Bay Retirement Village offer a competitive salary, robust medical/dental/vision/life insurance, identity theft protection program, matching retirement plan, ample paid time off, a comprehensive award winning wellness program with reimbursement incentives, generous tuition reimbursement, and continuing education benefits. Some positions may qualify for a sign on bonus and relocation assistance.

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Summary:Are you handy, reliable, and passionate about creating a safe and welcoming environment? Birch Bay Retirement Village is looking for a Maintenance professional to help keep our community running smoothly and looking its best. This position supports a comfortable, home-like environment for re...

02/18/2026

02/16/2026

Birch Bay Retirement Village is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a 2026 Best in Senior Living Award winner by A Place for Mom. This annual award honors the top 1–2% of senior care providers nationwide, based on reviews from residents and their families.

This marks the second time Birch Bay Retirement Village has received this distinction, having also been honored with the award in 2024.

To qualify, communities must maintain an average review rating of 4.5 stars or higher, reflecting consistently high levels of satisfaction and quality of care. The recognition highlights Birch Bay’s continued commitment to providing compassionate support, meaningful engagement opportunities, and a welcoming environment where seniors can thrive.

In addition to cottages, independent living, assisted living, and memory care, Birch Bay also offers adult day services, overnight respite care, and medical alert services to support seniors and their families throughout the greater community. Birch Bay Retirement Village is proud to be a member of the Mount Desert Island Hospital organization, strengthening its connection to local healthcare resources and enhancing the continuum of care available to residents.

“This wonderful recognition demonstrates our deep commitment to our residents and their families by ensuring they have a healthy and happy environment to thrive in,” said Chrissi Maguire, CEO. “We are honored to be recognized and remain dedicated to creating a community where every resident feels valued, supported, and at home.”

For more information on living options and available services, please contact Susanne Hopkins, Director of Marketing, at 288-8014.

02/14/2026

This Valentine’s Day, we are celebrating all the Birch Bay Village couples who’ve spent decades side by side growing, traveling and building families together. May your love and dedication be an example to us all. ❤️

02/13/2026

You’re the HEART of Birch Bay! Thank you to our caring team for all that you do. You show up with empathy, kindness and respect for our residents every day!

02/13/2026

Birch Bay Retirement Village and the surrounding MDI community offers many ways for residents to stay active in all seasons. Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.birchbayvillage.us/staying-active-in-the-birch-bay-community/

02/11/2026

The little things matter. A friendly smile, a listening ear, a helping hand.
At Birch Bay Retirement Village, our staff make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives every single day. Their genuine care and commitment help turn our village into a true community—one built on respect, dignity, and connection.

02/09/2026

Long term residency and short term respite is available now in Pleasant Cove, Supported Living at Birch Bay Retirement Village. Call today for more information. 288-8014 x 5211

02/09/2026

Immediate openings are available in Pleasant Cove, Supported Living at Birch Bay Retirement Village

Comfort. Care. Community.

At Pleasant Cove, every day is filled with warmth, compassion, and connection. Our community at Birch Bay Retirement Village offers personalized support that helps residents with minimal to total support with care needs.

Schedule a tour today- call 288-8014 or visit birchbayvillage.us to learn more about Pleasant Cove Supported Living.

02/01/2026

Birch Bay Retirement Village offers medical alert solutions for residents of Hancock County who want the comfort of knowing that emergency assistance is available 24 hours a day, seven days per week.

Within 90 seconds, a highly trained representative of Lifeline will respond by telephone to quickly assess the situation and dispatch the appropriate help to your home. This may include medical, police or fire personnel. You may even request a call to a neighbor or family member. Lifeline offers you or your loved one peace of mind and a greater sense of security.

To learn more, call 288-8014 x 5202.

01/30/2026

Birch Bay Retirement Village is always looking for mature individuals who are dependable, passionate and committed to supporting our mission to maintain a creative and exciting continuing care community that enriches the freedom of retirement while easing the challenges of aging. Our volunteers help in various settings throughout the Birch Bay Retirement Village community and come from all age groups and backgrounds. We invite you to our explore our volunteer opportunities to find a match for your time and talents.

For more information, contact Jessica Bock at 288-8014 x 5210.