Assisted Housing
The Assisted Housing Program is a regulatory program authorized by 22 MRS Chapters 1663 and 1664 as well as 22-A MRS §205(2). The program licenses Assisted Living, Residential Care Facilities, and Adult Day programs.
Licensing & Certification
Assisted Housing
Learn about residential care, assisted living, or adult day services licensing. Explore the rules and regulations and how to apply for a new a license, or renew an existing license.
PSS Instructors
Important Update: CRMA Instructor Procedures Update (8/1/2022)
Please note: PSS exam materials are no longer available to download from the instructor portal website.
CRMA Instructors
Important Update: CRMA Form Revisions (5/19/2025)
Please note: CRMA exam materials are no longer available to download from the instructor portal website.
CRMA and PSS Training
Certified Residential Medication Aid (CRMA)
The Certified Residential Medication Aide (CRMA) training is designed for unlicensed workers. Successful completion of this course satisfies Departmental training requirements for workers who wish to pass medications in certain assisted housing programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CNA Registry
Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants and Direct Care Workers
If you are a CNA trained in a state or jurisdiction other than Maine and you are applying for listing on the Maine Registry of Certified Nursing and Direct Care Workers, you must do the following:
2017 Healthcare Reviews
Below are the Certificate of Need healthcare reviews conducted for the year 2017.
2018 Healthcare Reviews
Below are the Certificate of Need healthcare reviews conducted for the year 2018.