Page 2 of 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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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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
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.
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.
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.
Pleasant Hill Road
AL
Brunswick
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 36
Rank #229 / 357
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-3
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 3
Rank #180 / 237
1.3
Facility 1.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #150 / 237
Reef Lane
AL
Scarborough
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-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
The Mooring on Foreside
AL
MC
Cumberland Foreside
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 20
Rank #100 / 356
Yes-
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #184 / 239
Brittany Tanguay1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Westbrook
AL
Westbrook
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
73
Facility 73
ME AVG 36
Rank #41 / 357
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #219 / 239
Alexis Semuhoza1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 3
Rank #214 / 237
9.0
Facility 9.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #232 / 237
Hamlin Road
AL
Falmouth
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
12
Facility 12
ME AVG 36
Rank #271 / 357
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Lark Street
AL
Westbrook (Pride's Corner)
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 36
Rank #313 / 357
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #186 / 239
Shane Ashe2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 3
Rank #218 / 237
5.0
Facility 5.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #218 / 237
Country Charm Lane
AL
New Gloucester
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
28
Facility 28
ME AVG 36
Rank #194 / 357
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-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
Whittier House
AL
New Gloucester
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 36
Rank #313 / 357
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-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
Standish Middle Road Home
AL
Steep Falls
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Shane Ashe1
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
Pratt Foster Home
AL
Meadows Gray (Gray)
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 20
Rank #351 / 356
No
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 36
Rank #296 / 357
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-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

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 Pleasant Hill Road

Situated in the tree-lined streets of Brunswick, ME, Pleasant Hill Road is a friendly haven that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, top-tier services are provided for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, 24/7. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided, so residents can take their medications as prescribed. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Reef Lane

Located in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Reef Lane is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. With cozy accommodations and accessible amenities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings.

A carefully curated calendar of enriching programs and wellness activities is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community’s supportive environment and exceptional services create the ideal setting where residents can make the most of their best years.

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Overview of The Mooring on Foreside

Located in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, The Mooring on Foreside is an assisted living community, offering personal care. With a single-story setting, it features pet-friendly private accommodations. The community currently maintains a 77% occupancy rate, with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants providing daily support.

While the surrounding area is highly car-dependent, its quiet rural location may still appeal to families seeking a peaceful environment with a smaller residential community.

State inspections in Maine have also reviewed the community’s maintenance and sanitation practices, including equipment upkeep and environmental standards. Interested families are also advised to discuss how these areas are currently managed during a tour.

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Overview of Westbrook

Maintain your independence in retirement at Westbrook, a friendly retreat in Westbrook, ME, that offers assisted living. With a competent and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities. The community also handles the maintenance and housekeeping, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

Stimulating programs and enriching activities are conducted to enhance residents’ cognition and allow them to gain meaningful experiences. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Incontinence care and medication assistance are also available for convenience. The community’s stress-free setting makes it an ideal retirement destination for those needing assistance to live a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Hamlin Road

Peacefully nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Falmouth, ME, Hamlin Road is a distinct community that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and highly qualified team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of to provide residents with more time to do the things they love.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and fun events is conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions with medication reminders. The community is a great place where residents can live to their potential.

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Overview of Lark Street

Create meaningful moments at Lark Street, a blissful community in Westbrook, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ living experiences, top-notch assistance is provided for their daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, around the clock. Housekeeping and linen services are also provided to ensure residents have a hassle-free living.

A carefully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences, delicious and well-balanced meals are also served for a delightful dining experience. Medication management and coordination with healthcare are also provided to meet residents’ healthcare needs. With its comprehensive services and well-maintained amenities, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.

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Country Charm Lane

15 Country Charm Ln, New Gloucester, ME 04260
Overview of Country Charm Lane

Spend a worry-free retirement at Country Charm Lane, a blissful haven in New Gloucester, ME, offering assisted living. With a dedicated and well-trained team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like grooming and bathing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs. A well-thought-out dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also available, ensuring residents take their medicine as prescribed. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Whittier House

Situated in the quiet residential area of New Gloucester, ME, Whittier House is a loving haven that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, the community provides top-tier assistance for their daily living activities 24/7. Medication management and an emergency alert system are also provided to ensure residents’ comfort and safety.

There is always something fun to do with engaging activities and recreational programs that highlight residents’ interests and capabilities. Have a delightful dining experience with delectable and healthy meals catering to nutritional requirements and preferences. Transportation services are also provided, so residents can travel witout hassles. The community is a good place for those looking to spend their golden years comfortably, accompanied by its well-maintained amenities and high-quality services.

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Overview of Standish Middle Road Home

Nestled in the beautiful setting of Steep Falls, ME, Standish Middle Road Home is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, top-notch care is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a variety of fun activities and fitness programs. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delectable and nutritious dining options. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. With its nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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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.