Westminster Place

Westminster Place

Overview of Westminster Place

Westminster Place in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, Maine, delivers assisted living and short-term respite care. Assisted living provides assistance with routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management while residents retain private living quarters. Temporary respite stays accommodate individuals whose primary family caregivers require time away for personal travel or recovery.

Operating as a smaller five-bed property, the community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom units that accommodate single residents or couples moving together. Household pets are allowed on site. Common amenities feature a fitness center, library, salon, and landscaped courtyard, alongside coordinated health programs, monthly meetings, and movie nights. Rehabilitation therapy services are available directly on campus, and the location holds a walk score of 72, enabling non-driving residents to complete daily errands nearby on foot.

Families researching small-scale care settings in the Portland area can get in touch with the staff to ask about current openings or arrange a campus visit.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 5 Rank #149 / 329Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 149th out of 329 assisted living communities we track in Maine for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Maine facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #36 / 306Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 36th out of 306 assisted living communities we track in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
72 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available. Rank #164 / 223Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 164th out of 223 assisted living communities we track in Maine for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Maine average, with its Statewide rank out of 223. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
80% This home usually has availability

Based on 4 residents and 5 beds. Source: state inspection report (Aug 2024)

Lower than the Maine average: 87.9%

About This Community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Housing
CountyCumberland
License LevelLEVEL III RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY
License NumberRCC2246

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesEmergency Pull Cords, Smoke Alarms

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

2 services
Respite Care
Housekeeping Services

Contact Information

Fax+1 (207) 747-5473

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Admission CriteriaAll applicant household members must be at least 55 years of age or older.
Minimum Age55+
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Library
Salon
Courtyard
Laundry
Volunteer Program
Activities
Movie or Game Nights
Bingo
Music Night
Theme Parties Around the Holidays

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom

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Inspection History

In Maine, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification is responsible for inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure they meet quality of care standards.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
2 deficiencies 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Maine state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (33% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (78% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 28.9 This facility has 78% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 8.9).↓ 78% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.01.5 This facility has 33% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (2 vs. ME avg 1.5).↑ 33% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityME Averagevs. ME Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 16.1 This facility has had 84% fewer total inspections than the Maine average (1 vs. ME avg 6.1). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 84% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Westminster Place

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Westminster Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Portland

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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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.
Scarborough Terrace
AL
MC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 17
Rank #18 / 329
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 35
Rank #218 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #191 / 223
A+David Kingsley1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 230
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 230
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 230
Avita of Stroudwater
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Westbrook
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 17
Rank #20 / 329
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 35
Rank #188 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed
88.0%
Facility 88.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #145 / 223
A+Tracy Hoppe1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 230
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 230
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 230
The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
AL
IL
MC
Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove)
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 17
Rank #29 / 329
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 35
Rank #188 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
96.7%
Facility 96.7%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #116 / 223
-Deborah Riddell1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 230
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 230
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 230
Fallbrook Woods
AL
MC
RESC
Portland (North Deering)
56
Facility 56
ME AVG 17
Rank #34 / 329
No
43
Facility 43
ME AVG 35
Rank #115 / 306
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
83.9%
Facility 83.9%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #155 / 223
-Joel Rogers16
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 230
26
Facility 26
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 230
1.6
Facility 1.6
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 230
Westminster Place
AL
Portland (Deering Center)
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
Yes
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 35
Rank #36 / 306
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #164 / 223
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1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #125 / 230
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #153 / 230

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other ME assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Maine

Westminster Place is located in Portland, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ME

Rural access emphasized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals ($6/meal) Adult day services ($60/day)

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Age —
General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
ME

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
ME

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,000/month varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
ME

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits
Personal care (20-30 hours/week) PERS Adult day care Home modifications

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+
General Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, 80% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not specified; focus on income.
ME

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits
Wheelchair ramps Grab bars Roof repairs (up to $20,000/project)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+
General Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
ME

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits
Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age —
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
ME

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
ME

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits
Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Frequently Asked Questions about Westminster Place

What neighborhood is Westminster Place in?

Westminster Place is in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland.

Is Westminster Place in a walkable area?

Westminster Place has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Westminster Place?

According to ME state health department records, Westminster Place's license number is RCC2246.

What is the occupancy rate at Westminster Place?

Westminster Place's occupancy is 80%.

Does Westminster Place have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Westminster Place on this page.

Are pets allowed at Westminster Place?

Yes, Westminster Place allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Westminster Place?

The team at Westminster Place can be reached at ltruswell@psl.org.

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