Page 6 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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Atlantic Shores
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Harrington
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
Yes--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Jeffrey M. Strout1
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
Village Green
AL
Saco
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
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 Lincoln Home
AL
RC
Newcastle
35
Facility 35
ME AVG 17
Rank #56 / 329
No
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 35
Rank #97 / 307
Studio / 1 Bed
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #164 / 223
Lorrie Winslow1
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
Parker Ridge
AL
IL
RC
Blue Hill
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 17
Rank #46 / 329
Yes
12
Facility 12
ME AVG 35
Rank #225 / 307
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
Timothy G. Chandler2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #125 / 230
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #113 / 230
Inn at Village Square
AL
RC
Gorham
37
Facility 37
ME AVG 17
Rank #53 / 329
No--
91.9%
Facility 91.9%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #135 / 223
Sara Forgione1
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
Venture House
AL
Lewiston
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
17
Facility 17
ME AVG 35
Rank #198 / 307
Private / Shared Rooms
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #205 / 223
-2
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
Macsullivan Home
AL
Lewiston
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 35
Rank #232 / 307
-
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
Petra House Waiver
AL
Waterville
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 17
Rank #221 / 329
No
59
Facility 59
ME AVG 35
Rank #64 / 307
-
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #192 / 223
Jonathan Capeci1
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
Cottage Hill Home
AL
Sanford
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
No
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 35
Rank #189 / 307
-
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
Holyoke Street
AL
Brewer
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
68
Facility 68
ME AVG 35
Rank #44 / 307
-
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

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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Morse Brook

15 Morse Brook Dr, South Paris, ME 04281
Overview of Morse Brook

Age without worries at Morse Brook, a distinct community in South Paris, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch services provided 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.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, recreational activities and wellness programs, including movie night and light exercises, are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort 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, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Holyoke Street

Age with dignity at Holyoke Street, a dedicated community in Brewer. ME, which offers assisted living. With exceptional services, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living.

Exciting events and engaging programs, like fun games and light exercises, are conducted for residents’ enjoyment and wellness. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience. The community promotes a nurturing and friendly environment to help residents live without worries in retirement.

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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 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 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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The Lincoln Home

22 River Rd, Newcastle, ME 04553
Overview of The Lincoln Home

The Lincoln Home provides assisted living and respite care in Newcastle, Maine. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while residents live in a studio or one bedroom residence. Respite care offers a short stay for someone who needs temporary support, which can help when a family caregiver is traveling or recovering. With 35 beds, the community is small enough for staff and residents to get to know one another.

Residents can use the salon and spa, spend time outdoors, and take part in Silver Sneakers, creative writing, art and poetry, and local history classes. Rehabilitation services, social activities, cultural programs, creative activities, and outings are also available. The area has a Walk Score of 48, so most errands require a car or a ride. Lorrie Winslow serves as administrator, and locally sourced cuisine is available through the community’s culinary program.

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Parker Ridge

63 Parker Ridge Ln, Blue Hill, ME 04614-6129
Overview of Parker Ridge

Parker Ridge offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care in Blue Hill, ME. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Independent living offers private living with community services for residents who do not need daily care, while respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver is traveling or recovering.

With multiple living and care options, Parker Ridge may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could change over time or a family needing temporary care. Housing includes assisted living suites, residential living apartments, and cottages, matching assisted living residents with suites and independent living residents with apartments or cottages. The community has 47 beds, a size that can allow staff and residents to become familiar with one another.

A pool, fitness center, salon, and barber give residents options for recreation, exercise, and personal grooming within the community. Parker Ridge also has nine nature trails with different levels of difficulty and accessibility, creating outdoor walking options suited to varied abilities. Rehabilitation services are available through the community, and assisted living residents can use the Parker Court dining room, where meals are prepared with dietary needs in mind.

Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living at Parker Ridge. Timothy G. Chandler serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Inn at Village Square

Inn at Village Square provides assisted living and respite care in Gorham, ME. Assisted living offers help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment; respite care provides a short stay for someone who needs temporary support. The community opened in 1999.

With 37 beds, Inn at Village Square is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Medicaid is accepted, giving families a way to use Medicaid toward eligible care costs. Sara Forgione serves as the administrator. Inn at Village Square may be a good fit for a resident who needs help with daily tasks or a family caregiver seeking a short-term stay.

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Overview of Petra House Waiver

Petra House Waiver is an idyllic community in Waterville, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, fun activities and enriching programs are conducted. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with a variety of healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and cozy communal spaces.

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Overview of Venture House

Live without worries at Venture House, a loving retreat in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, top-notch support is provided 24/7 to help with their daily living activities. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores to ensure residents have a hassle-free living.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can interact with their surroundings and find out new hobbies. Delicious and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is provided. The community is a good option for those aiming to make the most of their best years, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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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.