Best Assisted Living in Cumberland County, ME

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 39 assisted living communities in Cumberland County, ME using ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in ME
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39 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 28/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cumberland County, ME. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 6The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cumberland County, ME. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. 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. 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.
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.
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.
Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton
AL
MC
RESC
Bridgton
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 20
Rank #58 / 356
No
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 36
Rank #287 / 357
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #127 / 239
Susan Robbins2
The Landing at Saco Bay
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
Saco
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 20
Rank #49 / 356
No
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 36
Rank #39 / 357
Private Room / Shared Suite
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #160 / 239
Jessica Poulin3
Independence House 1
AL
Freeport
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
62
Facility 62
ME AVG 36
Rank #68 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
South Street
AL
Gorham
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
27
Facility 27
ME AVG 36
Rank #197 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Fernand Ntagahoraho1
Stroudwater Street Residence
AL
IL
Westbrook
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 36
Rank #262 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Shane Ashe1
Gray
AL
Gray
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 36
Rank #206 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Marcia Turcotte1
Arbor View
AL
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
46
Facility 46
ME AVG 36
Rank #127 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
Wedgewood Street
AL
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 36
Rank #224 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
Pine View Road Unit 1
AL
Westbrook
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 36
Rank #302 / 357
-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #219 / 239
Lazarus Donato1
Running Tide Drive
AL
Scarborough
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
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Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ME community we track that reports that metric, not just the 39 analyzed for Cumberland County.

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Overview of Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton

Located in the heart of Bridgton, ME, Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton is an ideal retirement retreat set in a peaceful residential area. The community provides a selection of apartment options to fit various preferences and budgets. Offering both assisted living and memory care, this community creates a warm and enriching place for residents to call home. Conveniently near restaurants and shopping centers, it combines serene surroundings with easy access to local amenities.

One of the community’s standout features is its wide range of wellness programs, designed to support residents’ physical, emotional, and mental well-being. These programs ensure that each person receives individualized care in a nurturing environment. With high-quality services, residents at Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton can enjoy a vibrant and fulfilling living experience.

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Overview of The Landing at Saco Bay

Located on Main Street in Saco, The Landing at Saco Bay is an assisted living community in Maine that offers personal care. Featuring both private rooms and shared suites in a single-story residential setting, it supports older adults who need assistance with daily activities, supervision, and specialized memory care services.

With 54 beds, the community currently maintains an occupancy rate of about 87%, balancing strong resident engagement with availability for new admissions. Its walkable location also allows convenient access to nearby services and errands. In addition, respite care is available for families seeking short-term support.

Dementia-friendly spaces help residents navigate their surroundings with greater confidence. Weekly activities, social programs, and support groups encourage connection and engagement, while meals are prepared to accommodate individual dietary preferences and restrictions.

Recent state inspections focused on medication management and documentation practices, and corrective measures were implemented to strengthen those systems.

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Overview of Independence House 1

Located in the thriving neighborhood of Freeport, ME, Independence House 1 is an outstanding retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, with top-tier assistance 24/7. Dedicated to residents’ safety, an emergency response system and accessible accommodations are also provided.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fitness classes and engaging events are conducted. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medicine as prescribed. With its warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents have the finest dining experience.

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Overview of South Street

Live without worries at South Street, a distinct community in Gorham, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ welfare, top-notch support is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also features accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a variety of fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared, so residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. With its nurturing environment and high-quality services, residents will surely thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Stroudwater Street Residence

Live blissfully in retirement at Stroudwater Street Residence, an inviting retreat in Westbrook, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.

Here, residents are encouraged to live actively with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful dining options. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel as they prefer. The community is a great choice for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Gray

Gray Senior Living is an exceptional community in Gray, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with dedicated support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents have plenty of opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, like movie nights and light exercises. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medicines as prescribed. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community is ideal for a blissful retirement.

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Arbor View

9 Arbor View Ln, Scarborough, ME 04074
Overview of Arbor View

Situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Arbor View is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care for residents’ convenience.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can make new friends and explore new hobbies. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking spaces are also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

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Overview of Wedgewood Street

Wedgewood Street is a compassionate community in Scarborough, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ quality of life, top-tier support for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, is provided 24/7. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, so residents have a hassle-free living.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun recreational activities and exciting events, residents will not run out of things to do and gain meaningful experiences. Residents also delight in delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Emergency call systems and medication assistance are provided for convenience and safety. The community’s top-tier services and beautifully designed amenities make it an ideal retirement destination.

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Overview of Pine View Road Unit 1

Located in the peaceful setting of Westbrook, ME, Pine View Road Unit 1 is a distinct community that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, around the clock. With housekeeping and laundry services, residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort with delicious home-cooked meals, ensuring residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also available to help residents with their prescriptions and medical appointments. The community’s nurturing and friendly environment allows residents to make the most of their best years without worries.

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Overview of Running Tide Drive

Running Tide Drive is a blissful haven in Scarborough, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, around the clock. With accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces, residents are guaranteed to feel at ease during their stay.

Residents will not run out of things to do with plenty of fun activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. With healthy dining options, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. Medication reminders and transportation services are also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and take their medications as prescribed. The community’s friendly setting and high-quality services make it an enticing retirement option.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Cumberland County, ME

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maine?

Assisted living in Maine supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maine?

Assisted living in Maine is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Maine Medicaid cover assisted living?

Maine Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Maine) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 39 assisted living facilities in Cumberland County, ME. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Cumberland County, ME?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cumberland County, ME, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Cumberland County, ME?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.