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Bayside East
Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Portland, ME, Bayside East is an exceptional community that offers independent living. The community is committed to enhancing the living experiences of those 55+, providing a variety of specially designed accommodations. 24-hour emergency maintenance, laundry, and management services are available, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.
Here, residents can spend their days as they please with plenty of local shops and recreation sites nearby. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.
Community insights.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 750 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
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2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Bayside East's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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| Avita of Stroudwater | IL ADC AL MC | Westbrook | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
18
Rank
#24 / 346 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
37
Rank
#223 / 346 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#144 / 230 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
| Gorham House | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Gorham | 69
Facility
69
ME AVG
18
Rank
#29 / 346 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
37
Rank
#63 / 346 | Private Rooms |
90.3%
Facility
90.3%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#136 / 230 | A- | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#233 / 237 | 16
Facility
16
ME AVG
3
Rank
#231 / 237 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#206 / 237 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth | IL AL MC | Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove) | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
18
Rank
#33 / 346 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
37
Rank
#223 / 346 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#115 / 230 | - | Deborah Riddell | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 237 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 237 |
| Assisted Living Household at the Cedars | IL AL MC NH SNF | Portland (Back Cove) | 44
Facility
44
ME AVG
18
Rank
#53 / 346 | No |
87
Facility
87
ME AVG
37
Rank
#14 / 346 | - |
77.3%
Facility
77.3%
ME AVG
87.4%
Rank
#175 / 230 | - | Katharine O'neill | 2 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.8
Rank
#98 / 237 | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
3
Rank
#204 / 237 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#185 / 237 |
| Bayside East | IL | Portland (East Bayside) | 20
Facility
20
ME AVG
18
Rank
#83 / 346 | Yes |
97
Facility
97
ME AVG
37
Rank
#1 / 346 | 1 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maine
Bayside East is located in Portland, Maine.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bayside East
What neighborhood is Bayside East in?
Bayside East is in the East Bayside neighborhood of Portland.
Is Bayside East in a walkable area?
Bayside East has a walk score of 97. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Are pets allowed at Bayside East?
Yes, Bayside East allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Bayside East have?
Bayside East has 20 beds.
Are there photos of Bayside East?
Yes — there is 1 photo of Bayside East in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Bayside East?
Bayside East is located at 47 Smith St, Portland, ME 04101.
What is the phone number of Bayside East?
(800) 339-6516 will put you in contact with the team at Bayside East.





