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Portland Center for Assisted Living is a 170-bed assisted living and nursing facility at 68 Devonshire Street in Portland, Maine. Administered by Karen Lynn Dodd, the community serves Cumberland County, and it is state-certified to provide Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
The facility maintains a 92% occupancy rate, with 157 of 170 beds filled. This capacity is consistent with the Maine average. Because the facility operates near its licensed limit, families should inquire early regarding availability.
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification, has conducted 114 inspections here, reflecting a long operating history compared to the state average of 10. A November 12, 2025, inspection found the facility in substantial compliance with 0 deficiencies. However, a December 17, 2024, survey cited deficiencies involving medication orders, sanitation, safety, and dementia unit security. While recent complaint investigations were predominantly unsubstantiated and no fines are listed, the 2024 findings remain a relevant part of the regulatory record.
The community provides 24-hour staffing and accepts Medicaid. Services include assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), medication management, short-term rehab, and hospice care. Safety measures include fall risk prevention, motion sensors, and bed alarms. Residents receive three daily meals prepared by an on-site chef, alongside housekeeping and linen services. Social programming includes game nights and holiday celebrations.
This facility suits seniors needing assisted living or nursing-level support. Families evaluating Portland Center for Assisted Living should ask directly about corrective actions taken following the December 2024 biennial survey regarding medication procedures and dementia unit security before making a placement decision.
Higher than the Maine average: 83.1%Portland Center for Assisted Living is administrated by Karen Lynn Dodd.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 13 | 3 | This facility has 333% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (13 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 333% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 4.3 | 1 | This facility has 330% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4.3 vs. ME avg 1).↑ 330% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.1 | 0.2 | This facility has 50% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (0.1 vs. ME avg 0.2).↓ 50% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 114 | 20 | This facility has 470% more total inspections than a typical Maine assisted living residence (114 vs. ME avg 20).↑ 470% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
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Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Portland Center for Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Portland Center for Assisted Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Portland (Back Cove) | 170
Facility
170
ME AVG
20
Rank
#3 / 357 | No |
87
Facility
87
ME AVG
31
Rank
#14 / 422 | - |
92.4%
Facility
92.4%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#137 / 244 | - | Karen Lynn Dodd | 114 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#261 / 306 | 13
Facility
13
ME AVG
3
Rank
#293 / 306 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#163 / 306 |
| Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Portland (Back Cove) | 80
Facility
80
ME AVG
20
Rank
#22 / 357 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
ME AVG
31
Rank
#136 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#136 / 244 | A+ | Leann Flohr | 34 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 20
Facility
20
ME AVG
3
Rank
#300 / 306 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#266 / 306 |
| Scarborough Terrace |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 77
Facility
77
ME AVG
20
Rank
#27 / 357 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
31
Rank
#265 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed |
68.8%
Facility
68.8%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#208 / 244 | A+ | David Kingsley | 28 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Avita of Stroudwater |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
ADC Adult Day Care Structured weekday daytime programming for seniors who live at home but need supervision, health monitoring, or social engagement. More affordable than full residential care and a key resource for working family caregivers.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Westbrook (Landing Road) | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
20
Rank
#30 / 357 | No |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
31
Rank
#232 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#155 / 244 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 21 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Gorham House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Gorham | 69
Facility
69
ME AVG
20
Rank
#36 / 357 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
31
Rank
#63 / 422 | - |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#184 / 244 | A- | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#293 / 306 | 16
Facility
16
ME AVG
3
Rank
#297 / 306 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#300 / 306 |
Portland Center for Assisted Living is in the Back Cove neighborhood of PORTLAND.
Portland Center for Assisted Living has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
According to ME state health department records, Portland Center for Assisted Living's license number is PND863.
According to ME state health department records, Portland Center for Assisted Living's license expires on January 7, 2027.
Portland Center for Assisted Living's occupancy is 92%.
Karen Lynn Dodd is the administrator of Portland Center for Assisted Living.
Portland Center for Assisted Living has 170 beds.
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