Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough

01/25/2026

Did you know? We offer short-term rehabilitation & therapy to help you recover and return home after a hospital stay. Call to learn more!

👉 (207) 883-7184

01/23/2026

🤡 Celebrating Our Activity Professionals! 🤠

January 23 is National Activity Professionals Day, and January 26–30 is National Activity Professionals Week, and we are proud to recognize this amazing team for the wide range of experiences they bring to our residents every day.

From creative arts and crafts, games, and special celebrations to outings, music, one-on-one visits, and sensory programming, their work touches every aspect of resident life. They also incorporate recreational therapy, helping to support physical movement, cognitive stimulation, emotional well-being, and meaningful social connection.

Their dedication ensures that each resident has opportunities to stay engaged, express themselves, and continue doing the things they love. The variety, thoughtfulness, and care behind their programming truly enrich the lives of those we serve.

Please join us in thanking this incredible team for the compassion, creativity, and energy they bring to our Home every day! 💐

01/16/2026

🌟 Congratulations to Sandra Illingworth! 🌟

We are thrilled to celebrate Sandra Illingworth, Speech-Language Pathologist, on receiving the Excellence in Long Term Care Award from the Maine Health Care Association (MHCA). This honor is part of MHCA’s annual recognition program (2025), and only 20 healthcare professionals across the entire state of Maine were selected. What an incredible and well-deserved achievement!

For more than a decade, Sandra has been a guiding force of compassion, innovation, and advocacy for our residents. Her impact reaches far beyond traditional speech therapy. She has championed evidence-based practices, helped establish meaningful programs like music and memory, led Parkinson’s support groups, and worked tirelessly to ensure residents feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Sandra’s patience, ability to build trust, and dedication to resident dignity are often recognized by families and coworkers alike. She listens deeply, supports thoughtfully, and brings people together in ways that truly enhance quality of life. Her leadership and mentorship have strengthened our entire care team and raised the standard of excellence within our home.

This award reflects not only Sandra’s professional expertise, but her heart for service and her unwavering commitment to the people she cares for every day. We are incredibly proud to see her recognized at the state level and so grateful to have her as part of the MVH family.

Please join us in congratulating Sandra on this outstanding honor! 👏

01/03/2026

❤️🎄One of our favorite traditions is our Annual Christmas Party, and this year’s celebration brought all the joy! Residents, families, staff, and friends gathered to enjoy delicious treats, music, and of course… a visit from Santa! 🎅✨

12/31/2025

🎻❄️ On Christmas Eve, our residents gathered together for a beautiful violin (and strings!) concert while the snow gently fell outside. Thank you to these talented musicians for sharing their gifts and bringing this sweet experience to our Home.

12/25/2025

🎄🐎 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! 🐎🎄

Enjoy these photos from our recent visit with horse carolers! One of our Veterans, who was a veterinarian specializing in equines, looks forward to this day every year. We are thankful to this group that helps make our Christmas merry!

From all of us at Maine Veterans' Homes, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and a joyful holiday season filled with peace, health, and happiness. 💜💙

12/22/2025

Voting is officially closed, and the people have spoken — this festive windowscape is our window decorating competition winner! 🏆❄️

With Santa on the road and clear directions pointing the way, it’s easy to see why this scene captured so many votes. After all… no one wants Santa to get lost! 🎅🚗🎄

A big congratulations to the winning staff team, and a heartfelt thank-you to all of our teams who put creativity, teamwork, and holiday spirit into their designs. And of course, thank you to everyone who voted and helped make this annual tradition so much fun!

12/20/2025

🎁 Give Us the Gift of a Google Review 🎁

Have you had a positive experience with Maine Veterans' Home - Scarborough?

🌟A Google review helps:
✔Families feel confident choosing MVH for their loved one
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12/18/2025

✨🎄 It's time for our annual window decorating competition! Our amazing staff teams created these holiday scenes — and now it’s time for YOU to pick a favorite!

👉 How to vote:
Comment below with the number of the window you like best! Voting closes at 9am Monday 12/22.

Thank you for helping us celebrate teamwork, creativity, and holiday spirit. We can’t wait to see which staff team takes the top spot! 🎁❄️

12/11/2025

🎄🐴 Thank you to the horses, carolers, and community volunteers who brought this winter magic to our residents! We'll share pictures from this experience at our Home soon! 😍

Sometimes it can be hard to find the holiday spirit, but it's a little bit easier when it comes trotting up to you and gives you a nuzzle.

09/12/2025

🎉💜 Celebrating 35 Years at MVH Scarborough! 💜🎉

This was an awesome day of live music, delicious food, and the best company — our Veterans, families, staff, and community!

It is an honor to care for those who served. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to our dedicated team who made this celebration possible. Here’s to the next 35 years of compassion, connection, and community. 💙