Page 11 of Best Assisted Living in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 361 assisted living communities in 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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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
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.
Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Broadway Bangor
40
Facility 40
ME AVG 17
Rank #48 / 329
No
95
Facility 95
ME AVG 35
Rank #3 / 307
-
97.5%
Facility 97.5%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #113 / 223
Janet Edgecomb3
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
Apple Ridge
AL
MC
Bowdoin
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 35
Rank #252 / 307
Private / Shared Rooms
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #221 / 223
Robin E. Boggs1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #156 / 230
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #179 / 230
The Terraces
AL
Camden
62
Facility 62
ME AVG 17
Rank #28 / 329
No
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 35
Rank #37 / 307
-
88.7%
Facility 88.7%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #143 / 223
Loriman Looke3
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #200 / 230
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 3
Rank #208 / 230
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #179 / 230
Rochelle Street
AL
Auburn
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
21
Facility 21
ME AVG 35
Rank #182 / 307
-
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #205 / 223
Brian Vye2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #95 / 230
0.5
Facility 0.5
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #102 / 230
Neighborhood Residential
AL
Marshfield (Hoyttown)
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 35
Rank #184 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Victor K. Mubang2
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #200 / 230
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 3
Rank #206 / 230
4.0
Facility 4.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #200 / 230
Birch Grove
AL
Lewiston
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 35
Rank #232 / 307
-
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #173 / 223
Shane Ashe1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #95 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 230
Shared Living Group Home
AL
Saint Albans (Nutter Corner)
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No-Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
-1
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
Raiche Street
AL
Lewiston
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 35
Rank #271 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Brian Vye2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #125 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 230
Running Tide Drive
AL
Scarborough
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
-1
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
Ocean House Road
AL
South Portland
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
29
Facility 29
ME AVG 35
Rank #155 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Richard Norton1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #95 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 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 361 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Raiche Street

Age with dignity at Raiche Street, a distinguished community in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock to maintain their independence without hassles. Residents can also feel at ease with accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and fun programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management and transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is great for those aiming to live independently in retirement, accompanied by its nurturing and friendly environment.

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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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Ocean House Road

8 Ocean House Rd, South Portland, ME 04106
Overview of Ocean House Road

Make the most of your best years at Ocean House Road, a welcoming retreat in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, with personalized care around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

A variety of recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With delicious and healthy dining options, residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, the community ensures residents have a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

Operating for 14 years, Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living is a 40-bed assisted living community on Broadway in downtown Bangor, Maine, in a really walkable neighborhood scoring 95. Owned by Wanda Pelkey, it accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families multiple routes to cover care costs.

The community is near full occupancy at 98 percent and averages a stay duration of 71 days. This mix reflects short-term rehabilitation stays and longer-term residents needing active support. Daily nursing care is robust, averaging 4 hours 37 minutes per resident, providing substantial hands-on support all day. Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living offers a full spectrum of specialized programming, including memory-impaired care, skilled rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, and outpatient rehabilitation services. 24/7 staffing and dedicated rehabilitation services mean that occupants convalescing from surgery or hospitalization, plus those managing memory loss or chronic conditions, have professional support available continuously. The location in downtown Bangor is highly accessible on foot, convenient for residents who enjoy neighborhood walks and for visiting family members exploring the area.

State inspections show significant adherence to assisted living regulations and infection prevention standards. The home’s track record mirrors ongoing attention to care quality and regulatory standards.

Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living’s small size relative to many assisted living communities may attract families seeking a more intimate residential setting.

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Overview of Apple Ridge

Spend a blissful retirement at Apple Ridge, a friendly retreat in Bowdoin, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, a competent and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes 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 The Terraces

The Terraces provides assisted living in Camden, Maine, with help available for daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Residents keep private apartments while receiving routine support with everyday activities, making the community suitable for someone who needs that level of assistance.

The community has 62 beds, and Loriman Looke serves as its administrator. Its 89% occupancy rate means most of the beds are currently occupied. A Walk Score of 72 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

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Overview of Birch Grove

Live with dignity at Birch Grove, an inviting retreat in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7. Transferring assistance and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety.

With a variety of exciting events and engaging programs, residents have plenty to experience. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents can travel conveniently and safely with transportation services. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its warm and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Neighborhood Residential

Live without worries at Neighborhood Residential, a distinct community in Marshfield, ME, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, including transferring and grooming, are taken are of with top-notch assistance around the clock. The community also handles the housekeeping and laundry to ensure residents have a hassle-free living.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, movie nights, card games, and light exercises are conducted. A variety of well-balanced ining options are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents are assured of taking their medications as prescribed through medication reminders. With its accessible amenities and friendly setting, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Rochelle Street

Live a blissful retirement at Rochelle Street, a friendly retreat in Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, high-quality assistance is provided for their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, 24/7. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are taken care of, so residents have a hassle-free living.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, recreational activities and enriching programs, including card games, social events, and light exercises, are conducted. A variety of well-balanced dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. The community’s supportive environment and beautifully maintained amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Shared Living Group Home

Shared Living Group Home is a welcoming haven in Saint Albans, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Here, residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively with fun recreational activities and exciting social events. A variety of nutritious dining options are also prepared, so residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community strives to help residents live comfortably in retirement with its top-notch services and friendly setting.

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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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Assisted Living in Maine at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $8,477The average monthly cost across facilities in Maine. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 35/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Maine. 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: 17The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Maine

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 361 assisted living facilities in Maine. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Maine?

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 Maine, 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 Maine?

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.