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Best Assisted Living in Cumberland County, ME

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 39 assisted living communities in Cumberland County, ME using Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in ME
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Last updated
Jun 2026
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39 homes
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Avg Walk Score: 26/ 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

Compare Assisted Living around Cumberland County

The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

The Landing at Saco Bay
AL
MC
RC
Saco (Main Street)
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 20
Rank #50 / 357
No
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 31
Rank #39 / 422
Private Room / Shared Suite
87.0%
Facility 87.0%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #162 / 244
Jessica Poulin21
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #186 / 306
0.1
Facility 0.1
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #163 / 306
Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton
AL
MC
RC
Bridgton
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 20
Rank #59 / 357
No
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 31
Rank #290 / 422
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
93.8%
Facility 93.8%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #130 / 244
Susan Robbins7
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
The Mooring on Foreside
AL
MC
Cumberland Foreside
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 20
Rank #101 / 357
No
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 31
Rank #361 / 422
Private Room
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
ME AVG 87.3%
Rank #187 / 244
Brittany Tanguay13
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #214 / 306
0.2
Facility 0.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #191 / 306
OceanView At Falmouth
AL
IL
MC
Falmouth
-No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 31
Rank #316 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed-----
Windham Pines
AL
Windham (Newhall)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 20
Rank #109 / 357
No
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 31
Rank #333 / 422
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0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 306
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 306
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 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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Tall Pines CLA

30 Tall Pines Dr. New, Gloucester, ME 04260
Overview of Tall Pines Cla

Tall Pines Cla is a blissful haven set in the serene neighborhood of New Gloucester, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7. The community also ensures residents’ comfort and convenience with medication management and incontinence care.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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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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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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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 Pond Road

Make every moment count at Pond Road, an outstanding community in Standish, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to helping residents with their daily living activities and personal needs, providing top-notch support around the clock. With housekeeping and laundry services, residents can maintain their independence without worries.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, fun recreational activities and wellness programs are conducted based on residents’ interests and capabilities. For a hassle-free dining experience, delicious and healthy dining options are also prepared. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions with medication reminders. The community’s nurturing setting and cozy communal spaces make it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of Kendall Lane

Make the most of your best years at Kendall Lane, a distinguished community in Freeport, ME, that offers assisted living. The community provides personalized care for residents’ daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, 24/7, to maintain their independence without hassles. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of to provide residents with more time to focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, fitness classes, fun games, and art classes are conducted. With a variety of well-balanced dining options, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience. The community is ideal for those seeking a blissful retirement, accompanied by its friendly setting and genuine care.

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Overview of Helms Way

Age without worries at Helms Way, an idyllic retreat in Gorham, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a kind and highly trained team that helps with their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. With accessible and secure accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort and safety.

A well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and interact with their surroundings. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.

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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.