Page 12 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. 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.
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.
Westminster Place
AL
Portland (Deering Center)
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
No
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 35
Rank #37 / 307
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #164 / 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
Magnolia Assisted Living – Tall Pines Building 2
AL
MC
Belfast
53
Facility 53
ME AVG 17
Rank #38 / 329
No
71
Facility 71
ME AVG 35
Rank #41 / 307
-
52.8%
Facility 52.8%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #204 / 223
Sara Jordan5
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #221 / 230
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 3
Rank #229 / 230
6.8
Facility 6.8
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #220 / 230
Hampden Woods Manor
AL
S Hampden (Nealeys Corner)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 17
Rank #88 / 329
No
12
Facility 12
ME AVG 35
Rank #225 / 307
Private / Shared Rooms
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #173 / 223
Ellen Grant2
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #200 / 230
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 3
Rank #224 / 230
8.0
Facility 8.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #223 / 230
The Mooring on Foreside
AL
MC
Cumberland Foreside
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 17
Rank #81 / 329
Yes-Private Room
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #171 / 223
Brittany Tanguay1
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
Keep House 1
AL
RESC
Rumford
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
45
Facility 45
ME AVG 35
Rank #109 / 307
-
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #192 / 223
Jessica Hines1
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
Houghton House
AL
Madison
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
No
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 35
Rank #122 / 307
Private / Shared Rooms--1
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
Dean House
AL
IL
Bangor
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
63
Facility 63
ME AVG 35
Rank #54 / 307
-
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #173 / 223
-4
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #125 / 230
0.5
Facility 0.5
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #102 / 230
Heartwood Cottage
AL
Topsham
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
45
Facility 45
ME AVG 35
Rank #109 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Robin E. Boggs1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 3
Rank #203 / 230
7.0
Facility 7.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #221 / 230
Main Street Manor
AL
Old Town (Great Works)
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
No
24
Facility 24
ME AVG 35
Rank #166 / 307
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #164 / 223
Ashlee Leighton3
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #156 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 230
Riverwood Ranch
AL
Warren
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 35
Rank #300 / 307
--Robin E. Boggs1
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

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 Westminster Place

Beautifully situated in the quiet residential area of Portland, ME, Westminster Place is an idyllic 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.

Exciting events and stimulating programs are conducted to keep residents active and well-connected. Meal preparation is also taken care of, providing residents with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement, accompanied by its nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living – Tall Pines Building 2

Magnolia Assisted Living, Tall Pines Building 2, offers assisted living and memory care in Belfast, Maine. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. The two care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, allowing a move from assisted living to memory care without leaving the community.

The community has 53 beds, and Sara Jordan serves as administrator. A salon and spa provide personal care services on site, while outdoor spaces give residents somewhere to spend time outside. Dining accommodates special dietary needs, so meals can be adjusted to a resident’s diet. Direct transportation services allow residents to travel beyond the community without arranging a ride themselves. Belfast has a Walk Score of 71, meaning most errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for someone who needs help with daily tasks now and may later need secured supervision for wandering risk.

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Overview of Hampden Woods Manor

Live blissfully at Hampden Woods Manor, a blissful retreat in Hampden, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ welfare, personalized care is provided for their daily living activities, like dressing and transferring, 24/7. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks to ensure residents have more time to do the things they love.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s friendly setting and high-quality services.

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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 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 Dean House

Ideally situated near Broadway Park and St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Dean House is an astounding community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care for their daily living activities around the clock. Housekeeping services, laundry, and an emergency call system are also provided, ensuring residents have a convenient lifestyle.

For leisure and wellness, light exercises, fun games, and movie nights are conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort while satisfying nutritional needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is also provided. With its supportive environment and well-maintained amenities, the community strives to help residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Houghton House

Houghton House is an idyllic retreat in Madison, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ well-being, exceptional support for their daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, is provided around the clock. Residents also have a hassle-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

Fun activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those looking to live a blissful retirement, especially with its high-quality services and nurturing setting.

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Overview of Main Street Manor

Live your best years at Main Street Manor, a dedicated community in Old Town, ME, offering assisted living. The community also helps with residents’ daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, around the clock. A hassle-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, as housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of.

Engaging activities and enriching programs, including card games and light exercises, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With well-thought-out meal plans, residents do not have to worry about meal preparations. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience, accompanied by its top-notch services and supportive environment.

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Overview of Heartwood Cottage

Ideally situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Topsham, ME, Heartwood Cottage is a loving community that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, top-tier assistance is provided for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. An emergency alert system and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety.

A carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and fun programs, including movie nights, light exercises, and community events, is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Transportation and parking are available, ensuring residents can travel without worries. The community continuously promotes a supportive and welcoming environment to ensure residents thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Riverwood Ranch

Live without worries at Riverwood Ranch, a distinct community in Warren, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, are taken care of around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, so residents can do the things they truly love.

Fun recreational activities and wellness programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with a variety of well-balanced dining options. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Residents can experience a worry-free retirement, accompanied by the community’s beautifully furnished accommodations and nurturing 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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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.