Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 358 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. 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.
South Street
AL
Gorham
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
27
Facility 27
ME AVG 35
Rank #160 / 306
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Fernand Ntagahoraho1
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
Independence House 1
AL
Freeport
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
62
Facility 62
ME AVG 35
Rank #55 / 306
-
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
Hathaway House
AL
Bangor (Tree Streets)
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
79
Facility 79
ME AVG 35
Rank #21 / 306
-
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
Coastal Landing LLC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Brunswick
83
Facility 83
ME AVG 17
Rank #12 / 329
Yes
92
Facility 92
ME AVG 35
Rank #5 / 306
-
97.6%
Facility 97.6%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #112 / 223
Wendy A Rider1
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
Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville
AL
IL
MC
Waterville
58
Facility 58
ME AVG 17
Rank #32 / 329
No
15
Facility 15
ME AVG 35
Rank #207 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
96.6%
Facility 96.6%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #117 / 223
Renee Hanscom15
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #221 / 230
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 3
Rank #175 / 230
0.3
Facility 0.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #96 / 230
Rainbow House
AL
Hampden
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
22
Facility 22
ME AVG 35
Rank #177 / 306
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Ashleyanne Zeoli17
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 230
29
Facility 29
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 230
1.7
Facility 1.7
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 230
Lenox Street Home
AL
Sanford
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
58
Facility 58
ME AVG 35
Rank #65 / 306
-
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
Davis Road Group Home
AL
Farmington
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 35
Rank #251 / 306
1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
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
Gray
AL
Gray
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 35
Rank #168 / 306
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Marcia Turcotte1
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
The Captain Lewis Residence
AL
Farmingdale
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 17
Rank #57 / 329
Yes
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 35
Rank #138 / 306
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
26.5%
Facility 26.5%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #223 / 223
Susan Dutil2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 3
Rank #222 / 230
6.5
Facility 6.5
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #219 / 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 358 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of South Street

Live without worries at South Street, a distinct community in Gorham, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to improving residents’ welfare, top-notch support is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also features accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a variety of fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared, so residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. With its nurturing environment and high-quality services, residents will surely thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Independence House 1

Located in the thriving neighborhood of Freeport, ME, Independence House 1 is an outstanding retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, with top-tier assistance 24/7. Dedicated to residents’ safety, an emergency response system and accessible accommodations are also provided.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fitness classes and engaging events are conducted. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medicine as prescribed. With its warm and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents have the finest dining experience.

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Overview of Hathaway House

Hathaway House is an inviting community in Bangor, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, providing dedicated support for their daily living activities around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Here, residents can live actively and maintain social connections with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its cozy communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Coastal Landing

Coastal Landing’s license in Brunswick, ME, reaches independent living, assisted living, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living is private living with the community’s services and nothing daily attached. Dressing, bathing, medication, and the rest of the daily tasks fall under assisted living. Licensed nursing work belongs to the two nursing designations on that list.

The building runs 83 beds, with 97.6 percent of them in use on a typical day. Wendy A. Rider is the administrator. A single license carries all four, which lets a resident’s needs grow without a new community entering the picture.

At 92, the Walk Score lands in the walker’s paradise band, and daily errands stay within reach on foot. A pet is allowed to come along.

Contact Coastal Landing LLC

Overview of Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville

Resting gracefully in Waterville, Maine, Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is a flourishing community that has held its place as the premier retirement destination in central Maine since 1996. Spread across a spacious campus, this community offers a plethora of care options for seniors, including assisted living with memory care, along with independent living private homes. With meticulous design and architecture, every facet of this community has been carefully considered to ensure a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

With a focus on providing top-notch care, they offer various apartment layouts for independent living, ranging from studios to one and two-bedroom units. For those in need of assisted living or memory care, private and shared rooms are available, ensuring a personalized and supportive environment. With round-the-clock availability of their carefully selected staff, this community is dedicated to ensuring the well-being and comfort of its residents. Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville is committed to offering a comprehensive range of care solutions and accepts both private pay and MaineCare.

Contact Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville

Overview of Rainbow House

Situated in the harmonious residential area of Hampden, ME, Rainbow House is a welcoming retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, with personalized care provided around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

A carefully curated calendar of exciting events and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. With a supportive environment and exceptional services, residents will surely have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Lenox Street Home

Conveniently located in the lively neighborhood of Sanford, ME, Lenox Street Home is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, top-notch support for their daily living activities around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, exciting events and engaging programs are conducted based on their interests. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are available for comfort and convenience. The community strives to help residents live without worries in retirement amidst its nurturing and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Davis Road Group Home

Age without worries at Davis Road Group Home, a distinguished community in Farmington, ME, that offers assisted living. Focusing on residents’ daily living activities, a responsible and well-trained team provides high-quality care around the clock. An emergency alert system, housekeeping, and laundry services are also available, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living.

Here, residents will not feel lonely with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes also foster comfort while meeting nutritional needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community continuously promotes a warm and inviting environment, creating the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

Contact Davis Road Group Home

Overview of Gray

Gray Senior Living is an exceptional community in Gray, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life with dedicated support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Residents have plenty of opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, like movie nights and light exercises. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medicines as prescribed. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community is ideal for a blissful retirement.

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Overview of The Captain Lewis Residence

The Captain Lewis Residence provides assisted living in Farmingdale, ME. Residents receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in a private or semi-private room.

The residence has 34 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Private rooms provide an individual living space, while semi-private rooms suit someone who prefers to share a room with a companion.

A Walk Score of 34 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Pets are allowed, and Susan Dutil serves as the administrator. The residence may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support and prefers a smaller community.

Contact The Captain Lewis Residence

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 358 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.