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Page 12 of Best Assisted Living in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 352 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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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: 31/ 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: 20The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Maine

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.

Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Augusta
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 20
Rank #10 / 356
No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 31
Rank #316 / 422
- 94.5% -Jacob Anderson-
Westgate Manor
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Bangor (Union Street)
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 20
Rank #37 / 356
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
- 96.5% A--3
Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Broadway Bangor
40
Facility 40
ME AVG 20
Rank #62 / 356
No
95
Facility 95
ME AVG 31
Rank #4 / 422
- 97.5% -Janet Edgecomb25
The Enclave of Scarborough
AL
MC
RC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
92
Facility 92
ME AVG 20
Rank #13 / 356
Yes
57
Facility 57
ME AVG 31
Rank #83 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed--Samantha Ashley Beaton20
Atria Kennebunk
AL
IL
MC
Kennebunk
74
Facility 74
ME AVG 20
Rank #31 / 356
Yes
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 31
Rank #104 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Jessica Goodell26
Avita of Stroudwater
AL
ADC
IL
MC
Westbrook (Landing Road)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #29 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed 88.0% A+Tracy Hoppe21
Scarborough Terrace
AL
MC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 20
Rank #27 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 31
Rank #265 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed 68.8% A+David Kingsley28
The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
AL
IL
MC
Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove)
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 20
Rank #41 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 96.7% -Deborah Riddell4
Stroudwater Lodge
AL
IL
Westbrook (Landing Road)
115
Facility 115
ME AVG 20
Rank #6 / 356
Yes
18
Facility 18
ME AVG 31
Rank #240 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 84.3% -Nichole Doyer14
Avita of Brunswick
AL
MC
Brunswick (Brunswick Station)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #29 / 356
Yes
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 31
Rank #227 / 422
- 89.3% -Monique Kay Thiboutot20
Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton
AL
MC
RESC
Bridgton
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 20
Rank #58 / 356
No
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 31
Rank #290 / 422
Private / Semi-Private Rooms 93.8% -Susan Robbins7
Cape Memory Care
AL
MC
RESC
Cape Elizabeth (Scott Dyer Road)
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 20
Rank #32 / 356
No
14
Facility 14
ME AVG 31
Rank #261 / 422
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 90.3% -Amanda Allen47
Osher Inn At the Cedars
AL
Portland (North Deering)
30
Facility 30
ME AVG 20
Rank #75 / 356
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed--Katharine O\'Neill13
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (North Deering)
102
Facility 102
ME AVG 20
Rank #12 / 356
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
Private Rooms 78.6% ---
Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
120
Facility 120
ME AVG 20
Rank #5 / 356
No
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 31
Rank #146 / 422
- 92.5% -Patty Nutting-
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Overview of School Street Home

Conveniently located in the lively neighborhood of Sanford, ME, School Street Home is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. The community also provides top-notch services for residents’ daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, engaging programs and enriching activities are conducted. With a variety of nutritious dining options, residents have a delightful dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents can travel conveniently and safely, as transportation services are also available. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its top-notch services and supportive setting.

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Overview of West Main Street

Ideally situated in the peaceful residential area of Greene, ME, West Main Street is an outstanding community offering assisted living. Residents experience the highest quality of life with top-tier support for their daily living activities provided around the clock. Accessible accommodations are also provided in a cozy and nurturing environment, ensuring residents live comfortably and safely.

Fun recreational activities and exciting programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially connected. Residents also have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals served three times daily, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medicines as prescribed. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in their golden years, especially with its compassionate services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Pinnacle Drive

Pinnacle Drive is a distinct community in Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ well-being, top-notch support is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

For leisure and wellness, recreational activities and light exercises are conducted. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication reminders and transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and have their prescriptions without hassles. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Hidden Lake Home

“Make the most of your best years at Hidden Lake Home, a blissful retreat in Otisfield, ME, that offers assisted living. With top-notch care 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain fun experiences with a variety of fun events and wellness programs, including games and light exercises. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medicine as prescribed. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its top-notch services and cozy communal spaces. “

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Albany Street

49 Albany Street Ext, South Portland, ME 04106
Overview of Albany Street

Beautifully situated in the quiet residential area of Portland, ME, Albany Street is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing, with a compassionate and highly trained team that provides exceptional support 24/7. Medication management and an emergency response system are also provided to ensure residents are comfortable and safe.

Fun events, light exercises, and group activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Cottage Hill Home

Experience a blissful retirement at Cottage Hill Home, a distinct retreat in Sanford, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care for their daily living activities 24/7. Here, incontinence care and medication management are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Hilltop Home

Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Ellsworth, ME, Hilltop Home is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication management is also available to ensure residents take their medicines as prescribed.

Fun activities and engaging programs, including light exercises and community events, are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Mealtimes also promote social interactions with delicious and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Old Danville Road

Spend your golden years at Old Danville Road, a loving community in Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, top-notch care is provided for their daily living activities, including grooming and transferring, around the clock. Here, residents have a hassle-free living, with housekeeping and laundry services.

Residents have fun with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medications s prescribed. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its dedicated services and welcoming setting.

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Overview of Keep House 1

Situated in the quiet setting of Rumford, ME, Keep House 1 is a dedicated community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with high-quality care for their daily living activities and personal needs. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for comfort and convenience. The community is a good option for those seeking a blissful retirement, especially with its nurturing setting and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Village Green

Village Green is an outstanding haven in Saco, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, top-tier support for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, is provided 24/7. Accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Light exercises and fun events are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Catering to residents’ nutritional needs and tastes, a variety of healthy dining options are served. Residents can also travel conveniently with transportation services. With its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures residents are well-cared for.

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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 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 352 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.