Facility Type:

Critical Access Hospital

Community Type:

Rural

Community/Service Population:

10,001 - 25,000 / 25,001 - 50,000

Community Information:

Live, Work and Play in beautiful Aroostook County! Located near the Canadian border, it is the northernmost county in Maine, and Presque Isle is the commercial hub. Aroostook meaning "Beautiful River" is rural, with traditions that are honest and hard-working, and a local economy that relies on agriculture, forestry, outdoor recreation, and education. The University of Maine at Presque Isle, Northern Maine Community College, and Maine School of Math and Science are located in the area. The Nordic Heritage Center is one of the top World Cup biathlon courses in the United States and is open for public use year-round. Lakes, rivers, and woodlands are legendary and well-known to hunters, anglers, and outdoor recreationalists. The local airport provides year-round easy access and daily commercial airline service to Newark, NJ.

Community Selling Points:

Recreational Opportunities, Schools, Perception of Community

3RNET Network Coordinator
Contact Information:

Erica Dyer
Maine State Office of Rural Health and Primary Care
41 Anthony Avenue

Augusta, ME 04333
Tel: 207-287-5562
Erica.Dyer@maine.gov
Maine State Office of Rural Health and Primary Care Web Site

J-1 Contact Information:

Nicole Breton and Joan Mank
Maine State Office of Rural Health and Primary Care
41 Anthony Avenue

Augusta, Maine 04333
Tel: 207-287-5524
Nicole.Breton@maine.gov
Maine State Office of Rural Health and Primary Care Web Site