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Page 14 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 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 Atlantic Shores

Receive exceptional support in retirement at Atlantic Shores, an idyllic haven in Harrington, ME, that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, as well as household responsibilities. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Residents can travel conveniently and safely with transportation services and parking spaces. The community is a good option for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its supportive and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Capitol City Manor

Welcome to Capitol City Manor, an esteemed residential care facility located in Augusta, Maine. Situated in the heart of the capital city, this community provides residents with a haven of comfort and convenience. With carefully designed beds totaling 29, this assisted living community offers personalized care and attention within a warm and inviting environment.

Prioritizing residents’ comfort and well-being, the facility provides local transportation, dietary services, housekeeping, laundry facilities, and a diverse range of engaging activities. Augusta, as the capital of Maine, offers a wealth of services and attractions, ensuring that residents can enjoy a vibrant and enriching experience. The proximity to Maine General Medical Center, easy access to the Togus Veterans Hospital, the Maine State Library and Museum, and various shopping areas enhances the convenience of living at Capitol City Manor. Experience the exceptional care and the unique blend of urban life that define Capitol City Manor.

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Overview of Burr Adult Residential Care Home

“Peacefully nestled in Brewer, ME, Burr Adult Residential Care Home is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. Residents ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team that helps with their daily living activities around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and other chores, ensuring residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle.

Focusing on residents’ enjoyment and wellness, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to highlight their interests and strengths. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents take their medicines as prescribed with medication management. With its exceptional services and purposely designed amenities, residents will surely make the most of their best years. “

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Overview of Center Street

Conveniently located in the lively setting of Biddeford, ME, Center Street is a blissful community that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and highly trained team, residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences.

Here, residents are empowered to live to their potential with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced meals. Transportation services are also available to ensure residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Randolph House

Spend a worry-free retirement at Randolph House, a loving community in Randolph, ME, that offers assisted living. With top-tier services 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, as well as household tasks. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents can spend their days as they please, accompanied by fun activities, social events, and light exercises. A variety of well-balanced dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is a great choice for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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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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Overview of Clover Living Center

Clover Living Center is an esteemed community in Auburn, ME, that offers a wide range of care options, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term care. Those with cognitive conditions and other complex healthcare needs receive personalized care from a compassionate and highly trained team available around the clock. Housekeeping, maintenance, and concierge services are also provided, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living.

Promoting a vibrant lifestyle and social engagement, a variety of recreational programs, fitness programs, and enriching events are conducted. Physical, occupational, and speech thrapry are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. With restaurant-style dining, residents have a delightful dining experience that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. The community also features plenty of amenities for leisure and wellness, including a beauty shop, a bistro, a bar, a whirlpool bath, a spa, a garden, and a patio.

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Gordon Green

23 Third Street, South Portland, ME 04106
Overview of Gordon Green

Spend a blissful retirement at Gordon Green, a blissful retreat in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. With a kind and highly qualified team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents have fun and make new friends with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, including movie nights and light exercises. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its friendly setting.

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Pride House

549 Westbrook St, South Portland, ME 04106
Overview of Pride House

Spend your golden years at Pride House, a loving community in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. The community also helps with daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, and household tasks, around the clock for residents’ comfort. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals 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 exceptional services and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting where residents can live comfortably in retirement.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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.