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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Huntington Common | AL IL MC | Kennebunk | 82
Facility
82
ME AVG
20
Rank
#21 / 357 | Yes |
30
Facility
30
ME AVG
31
Rank
#188 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
80.5%
Facility
80.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#177 / 244 | - | Peggy Farrington | 17 | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
3
Rank
#186 / 306 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#163 / 306 |
| Scarborough Terrace | AL MC | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 77
Facility
77
ME AVG
20
Rank
#27 / 357 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
31
Rank
#265 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed |
68.8%
Facility
68.8%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#208 / 244 | A+ | David Kingsley | 28 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer | AL MC RC | Brewer | 72
Facility
72
ME AVG
20
Rank
#33 / 357 | No |
49
Facility
49
ME AVG
31
Rank
#113 / 422 | Private / Shared |
94.4%
Facility
94.4%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#128 / 244 | - | Bridgette Keegan | 48 | 7
Facility
7
ME AVG
3
Rank
#269 / 306 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#163 / 306 |
| Avita of Stroudwater | AL ADC IL MC | Westbrook (Landing Road) | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
20
Rank
#30 / 357 | No |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
31
Rank
#232 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#155 / 244 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 21 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| The Enclave of Scarborough | AL MC RC | Scarborough (Oak Hill) | 92
Facility
92
ME AVG
20
Rank
#13 / 357 | No |
57
Facility
57
ME AVG
31
Rank
#83 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | Samantha Ashley Beaton | 20 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Atria Kennebunk | AL IL MC | Kennebunk | 74
Facility
74
ME AVG
20
Rank
#32 / 357 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
ME AVG
31
Rank
#104 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
100.0%
Facility
100.0%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#1 / 244 | - | Jessica Goodell | 26 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living | AL RC | Portland (Back Cove) | 80
Facility
80
ME AVG
20
Rank
#22 / 357 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
ME AVG
31
Rank
#136 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
92.5%
Facility
92.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#136 / 244 | A+ | Leann Flohr | 34 | 20
Facility
20
ME AVG
3
Rank
#300 / 306 | 0.6
Facility
0.6
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#266 / 306 |
| Bay Square at Yarmouth | AL MC RC | Yarmouth | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
20
Rank
#42 / 357 | Yes |
44
Facility
44
ME AVG
31
Rank
#136 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
83.3%
Facility
83.3%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#167 / 244 | C | Jessica Goodell | 17 | 3
Facility
3
ME AVG
3
Rank
#214 / 306 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#191 / 306 |
| Dirigo Pines | AL IL MC RC | Orono | 50
Facility
50
ME AVG
20
Rank
#56 / 357 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
ME AVG
31
Rank
#361 / 422 | 1 Bed | - | - | Paul Arbour | 2 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 306 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 306 |
| The Captain Lewis Residence | AL | Farmingdale | 34
Facility
34
ME AVG
20
Rank
#72 / 357 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
ME AVG
31
Rank
#172 / 422 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
26.5%
Facility
26.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#243 / 244 | A+ | Susan Dutil | 8 | 13
Facility
13
ME AVG
3
Rank
#293 / 306 | 1.6
Facility
1.6
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#292 / 306 |
| Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville | AL IL MC | Waterville | 58
Facility
58
ME AVG
20
Rank
#46 / 357 | No |
15
Facility
15
ME AVG
31
Rank
#254 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
96.6%
Facility
96.6%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#122 / 244 | - | Renee Hanscom | 75 | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
3
Rank
#261 / 306 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#163 / 306 |
| Clover Health Care | AL IL MC NH | Auburn (Minot Avenue) | 109
Facility
109
ME AVG
20
Rank
#9 / 357 | Yes |
47
Facility
47
ME AVG
31
Rank
#122 / 422 | Private Rooms | - | A+ | - | 6 | 76
Facility
76
ME AVG
3
Rank
#306 / 306 | 12.7
Facility
12.7
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#306 / 306 |
| Crest View Manor | AL | Houlton | 20
Facility
20
ME AVG
20
Rank
#93 / 357 | No |
2
Facility
2
ME AVG
31
Rank
#353 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | A+ | Alysia Sutherland | 31 | 11
Facility
11
ME AVG
3
Rank
#286 / 306 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#245 / 306 |
| Patten Pond House | AL | Surry | 8
Facility
8
ME AVG
20
Rank
#109 / 357 | No |
0
Facility
0
ME AVG
31
Rank
#373 / 422 | Private / Shared Rooms |
87.5%
Facility
87.5%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#156 / 244 | - | Samantha Grey | 31 | 7
Facility
7
ME AVG
3
Rank
#269 / 306 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#191 / 306 |
| Gorham House | AL IL MC NH RC | Gorham | 69
Facility
69
ME AVG
20
Rank
#36 / 357 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
31
Rank
#63 / 422 | Private Rooms |
78.6%
Facility
78.6%
ME AVG
87.3%
Rank
#184 / 244 | A- | - | 4 | 16
Facility
16
ME AVG
3
Rank
#297 / 306 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#300 / 306 |
Make the most of your independence at Foster Street Home, an inviting community in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
Here, residents can rekindle passions and find new hobbies with a jam-packed calendar of enjoyable activities and enriching programs. Hassle-free mealtimes with nutritious and tasty meals are also provided, catering to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents can take their medicines as prescribed. The community is great for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its warm and nurturing environment.
Scarborough Terrace is the premier assisted living and memory care community. The beautiful and upscale senior living practices compassion and kindness ready to attend to any need– with mental, physical, and emotional needs. Scarborough Terrace is a small community that strives to be elegant, caring, and affordable, where residents can feel safe and secure.
The senior living community’s exceptional service includes medication management and housekeeping, to name their essentials which are assisted by their well-trained staff that are ready to accommodate any resident’s needs.
A member of the Genesis Healthcare Center, Orono Commons is the home for residents who seek to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the multi-awarded community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Orono Commons cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting.
The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement; colostomy care, dementia care, pain management, wound care; and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians.
The Lamp Memory Care Center in Lisbon, ME, is a trusted assisted living and memory care community that offers personal and specialized care. Fostering comfort and healing, the community also features secure and thoughtfully designed rooms in a supportive environment. With 24-hour assistance, restaurant-style dining, and household services, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community also strives to meet residents’ needs and preferences through personalized care plans.
Brain-stimulating games, light fitness exercises, and social events also help enhance residents’ memory and maintain holistic wellness. With cozy living spaces and accessible amenities, residents can rest and move around comfortably. Situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Lisbon, the community ensures residents have a hassle-free living. This assisted living and memory care community is a good option for senior living in Maine, especially with its dedicated services and top-notch amenities.
Clover Health Care specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care, the staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes. With over 40 years of experience, expect Clover Health Care to help achieve your goals and holistic needs.
Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, transportation to and from, specialized programs, social gatherings, and educational activities.
Situated in Farmingdale, Maine, Halldale Manor is a 26-bed residential care facility offering a haven for seniors seeking a place of solace and comfort. Its environment is thoughtfully curated to cater to the physical and emotional needs of seniors, serving as a haven of comfort and care that maintains impeccable standards, ensuring a clean and vibrant ambiance.
Within its warm embrace, this establishment goes beyond mere residence, extending its support through local transportation assistance, dietary services, housekeeping, and laundry provisions. With an atmosphere that radiates coziness and charm, Halldale Manor excels in providing an array of amenities that enhance the quality of life for its residents. Positioned conveniently close to public libraries, walking trails, shopping venues, and the esteemed Maine General Hospital, it offers a holistic living experience that promotes both well-being and accessibility.
Situated in the neighborhood of Bangor, ME, Ohi-Three Hudson Street is a one of a kind senior living community, offering assisted living services to residents who can benefit from added care and support. The community features a team of caregivers who are trained to offer compassionate support with daily living activities and fulfill other basic caregiving tasks that help residents live with utmost comfort and peace of mind. Residents here enjoy beautifully-appointed accommodations surrounded with the safety provided by a 24-hour awake personnel.
Making sure residents enjoy a fulfilling everyday life, the community offers an array of activities, including music treatment, animal therapy, board games, and outside relaxation. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered with accommodations for residents’ special dietary requirements. Here, residents are only met with the services that best work for them, helping them thrive and live fully
75 State Street is a vibrant community that excels in housing a professional care staff and convenient features all thought of to offer comfort and hospitality. The senior living community boasts a serene environment that practices a resident-centered approach where they aim to enhance the standard of living of every senior. 75 State is a community that aims to mark a difference in the lives of its residents, serving with compassion, patience, and understanding.
Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, and private assisted living or independent living apartments designed to meet the needs of every resident.
Beautifully situated in the quiet setting of Woolwich, ME, Woolwich House is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-tier support for their daily living activities around the clock to maintain their independence without worries. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents experience a hassle-free living.
Fun recreational activities and exciting programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and remain socially connected. Residents also have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals daily, catering to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents are assured of taking their medications as prescribed. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its cozy communal spaces and purposefully designed amenities.
Ideally located in the quiet neighborhood of Portland, ME, Woodford Street is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. With its intimate and nurturing environment, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Exceptional support is also provided for residents’ daily living activities and household responsibilities 24/7 to maintain their independence without worries.
Residents will not run out of things to do with a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that aim to keep them active and socially engaged. Mealtimes also promote social interactions with delightful and healthy meals served three times daily. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement, accompanied by its high-quality care and cozy communal spaces.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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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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 359 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.



















