Page 22 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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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.
Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Augusta
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 17
Rank #6 / 329
No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 35
Rank #263 / 307
-
96.3%
Facility 96.3%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #119 / 223
Jacob Anderson----
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (North Deering)
102
Facility 102
ME AVG 17
Rank #7 / 329
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 35
Rank #73 / 307
Private Rooms
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #172 / 223
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Elm Street House
AL
MC
Augusta
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 17
Rank #88 / 329
Yes
64
Facility 64
ME AVG 35
Rank #51 / 307
Private Rooms---0--
Crescent Place Group Home
AL
Biddeford
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
91
Facility 91
ME AVG 35
Rank #8 / 307
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Rosewood Cottage
AL
Damariscotta
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 35
Rank #271 / 307
-
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #192 / 223
Robin E. Boggs2
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
Patten Pond House
AL
Surry
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 17
Rank #88 / 329
No-Private / Shared Rooms
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #146 / 223
Samantha Grey9
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #221 / 230
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 3
Rank #175 / 230
0.4
Facility 0.4
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #100 / 230
Oxhorn Road
AL
Wiscasset
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
29
Facility 29
ME AVG 35
Rank #155 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
-1
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
Pierce Residential Care
AL
Hampden
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 35
Rank #285 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
-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
Pownal Road
AL
Auburn (Murphy Corner)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Brian Vye1
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
Forest Street
AL
Saco
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
39
Facility 39
ME AVG 35
Rank #127 / 307
---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

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 Rosewood Cottage

Spend your golden years at Rosewood Cottage, an outstanding community in Damariscotta, ME, that offers assisted living. Top-notch services are also provided around the clock to help residents with their daily living activities and household tasks. With accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces, residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections through fun activities and exciting events. A variety of well-balanced dining options are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community strives to promote a nurturing and welcoming environment, so residents can live to their potential.

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Overview of Patten Pond House

Ideally located in the quiet residential area of Surry, ME, Patten Pond House is a loving retreat that offers assisted living. With its intimate and nurturing environment, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Top-tier is also provided 24/7 for residents’ daily living activities and household responsibilities to maintain their independence without worries.

There’s no dull moment with a variety of engaging recreational activities and fun events that promote social interactions and an active lifestyle. Here, delightful and well-balanced meals are served three times daily to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and scheduled transportation are also available to ensure convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Oxhorn Road

Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Oxhorn Road, an inviting haven in Wiscasset, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-tier assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

A well-thought-out calendar of engaging programs and exciting events is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community’s nurturing setting and well-maintained amenities allow residente ot thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Pierce Residential Care

Spend your golden years at Pierce Residential Care, a distinguished community in Hampden, ME, that offers assisted living. Exceptional non-medical services are also provided 24/7, including assistance with daily living activities, to maintain residents’ independence without worries. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication reminders are also provided. With its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities, residents are guaranteed to have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Forest Street

Spend your golden years at Forest Street, a distinct retreat in Saco, ME, that offers assisted living. With the community’s dedication to residents’ well-being, personalized care for their daily living activities is provided around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they truly enjoy.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fun activities and enriching programs are conducted based on their interests. Here, residents have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals. Medication management and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community continuously promotes a warm and nurturing environment, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars

While conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia come with a considerable amount of challenges with everyday life, a diagnosis doesn’t mean you can’t lead a fulfilling life anymore. Understanding and building upon this, The Lunder Memory Care Household at Sam L. Cohen Households, a memory care facility at The Cedars in Portland, Maine, offers a secure and comfortable environment needed for memory care communities.

Ensuring that each resident receives personalized wellness programs that account for changing abilities and needs, The Cedars’ compassionate and professional staff offers the exact support that each resident deserves. Living arrangements are made safe, cozy, and respectful of privacy, while also providing spaces for socialization to foster a warm sense of community.

Contact Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars

Overview of Pownal Road

Age without worries at Pownal Road, a blissful community in Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, and household tasks around the clock. The community also promotes a supportive and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

With a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and interact with their surroundings. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. Medication reminders and transportation services are also available for convenience. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta

Set on 58 acres in Augusta, Maine, Maine Veterans’ Homes Augusta is a 108-bed nursing home operated by Maine Veterans’ Home. The campus holds 138 private rooms, and the design leans into that scale: open, well-lit hallways connect each room to shared living and dining areas, with a fireplace lounge anchoring the communal space. Wireless call systems, flat-screen TVs, and internet access come standard in the rooms.

Total nursing time averages 7 hours and 26 minutes per resident per day, split between about 1 hour 43 minutes of RN coverage and nearly 5 hours from nurse aides. That sits alongside 24-hour RN coverage and a doctor on staff, plus a short-term skilled rehabilitation and nursing track for residents recovering from an acute event. Outpatient therapy runs in parallel for those who don’t need to stay overnight.

A community center with a bistro, a theater, and a barbershop give the campus a small-town feel, and a therapeutic gym with an aquatic therapy pool supports recovery work directly. Augusta’s veteran community shows up too, in a dedicated Veteran’s Club and an on-site bank. The setting is car-dependent (Walk Score 7), so getting around the neighborhood on foot isn’t realistic.

Coverage-wise, the home accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Residents stay an average of 246 days, long enough to suggest this isn’t purely a short rehab stopover but a place built for residents who need sustained nursing support. Jacob Anderson administers the facility day to day. Between the staffing levels, the rehab programs, and the veteran-specific spaces, this reads as a home designed around long-term nursing needs with recovery care built in alongside it.

Contact Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta

Overview of Crescent Place Group Home

Conveniently located in the lively setting of Biddeford, ME, Crescent Place Group Home is a vibrant community that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided, so residents can travel without worries. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain independence in retirement, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.

Contact Crescent Place Group Home

Overview of Elm Street House

Elm Street House is a small memory care and assisted living community at 14 Elm St in Augusta, Maine. With just 8 beds spread across a two-story building, it’s a notably intimate setting. All rooms are private.

That smaller footprint tends to mean something specific for families: fewer residents per staff member, and a quieter day-to-day rhythm than you’d find in a 100-bed facility. It’s a different kind of environment, one where daily life is easier to keep track of.

The surrounding neighborhood scores 64 on Walk Score, putting it in the moderately walkable range. Visiting family can handle some errands on foot, with a mix of shops and services nearby.

Residents can bring their pets, which matters more than it might sound. For many older adults, especially those adjusting to a new home, keeping a familiar animal close can soften the transition. Elm Street House also provides transportation services and fitness and recreation options.

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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.