Page 7 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. 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. 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.
Petra House Waiver
AL
Waterville
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 16
Rank #216 / 324
No
59
Facility 59
ME AVG 35
Rank #63 / 304
-
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #190 / 222
Jonathan Capeci1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 243
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 243
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 243
Arbor View
AL
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 16
Rank #216 / 324
No
46
Facility 46
ME AVG 35
Rank #103 / 304
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #1 / 222
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 243
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 243
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 243
The Inn at City Hall
AL
Augusta
31
Facility 31
ME AVG 16
Rank #55 / 324
Yes
76
Facility 76
ME AVG 35
Rank #31 / 304
Private Rooms
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #123 / 222
Samantha Rae Tracy3
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #205 / 243
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 3
Rank #176 / 243
1.7
Facility 1.7
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #152 / 243
Sunnybrook Senior Living
AL
Brunswick (Harding)
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 16
Rank #39 / 324
Yes
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 35
Rank #236 / 304
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
92.2%
Facility 92.2%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #130 / 222
Lyndsay Renadette2
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #183 / 243
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #116 / 243
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #107 / 243
Soucy’s Foster Home
AL
Van Buren
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 16
Rank #105 / 324
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 35
Rank #297 / 304
Private / Shared Rooms
50.0%
Facility 50.0%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #204 / 222
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 243
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 243
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 243
Colonial Health Care
AL
Lincoln
86
Facility 86
ME AVG 16
Rank #11 / 324
No
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 35
Rank #98 / 304
-
77.9%
Facility 77.9%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #167 / 222
Jacqueline Libby10
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #90 / 243
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #88 / 243
0.1
Facility 0.1
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #88 / 243
Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth
AL
MC
Ellsworth
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 16
Rank #28 / 324
No
69
Facility 69
ME AVG 35
Rank #41 / 304
-
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #215 / 222
Maria Ream2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #90 / 243
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #116 / 243
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #107 / 243
Portland Center for Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Portland (Back Cove)
170
Facility 170
ME AVG 16
Rank #1 / 324
No
87
Facility 87
ME AVG 35
Rank #12 / 304
-
92.4%
Facility 92.4%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #128 / 222
Karen Lynn Dodd12
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #90 / 243
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 3
Rank #208 / 243
1.1
Facility 1.1
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #135 / 243
Mill Street
AL
Auburn
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 16
Rank #319 / 324
No
61
Facility 61
ME AVG 35
Rank #58 / 304
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #1 / 222
Brian Vye2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #90 / 243
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #116 / 243
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #107 / 243
Parent Waiver Home
AL
Van Buren
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 16
Rank #216 / 324
No
12
Facility 12
ME AVG 35
Rank #222 / 304
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.7%
Rank #1 / 222
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 1.3
Rank #1 / 243
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 243
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 243

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 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.

Starting Price $943/Month Info Pricing updated on May 15th, 2026

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Arbor View

9 Arbor View Ln, Scarborough, ME 04074
Overview of Arbor View

Situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Arbor View is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care for residents’ convenience.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can make new friends and explore new hobbies. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking spaces are also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

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Overview of The Inn at City Hall

Experience the joys of residing in Maine’s capital city with The Inn at City Hall. This unique living opportunity encompasses an assisted living program provided by MaineGeneral Rehabilitation and Nursing Care, ensuring comprehensive care and assistance for residents 55 years of age or older. With a dedicated onsite staff, residents can access personalized activities, homemaking services, medical support, a thoughtfully designed meals program, transportation assistance, and more.

Housed within the beautifully restored Augusta City Hall building, this historic structure has been transformed into 31 apartments, meticulously preserving its historical charm throughout the complex. Nestled along the scenic banks of the Kennebec River, The Inn offers picturesque views and a welcoming environment for residents to call home. Situated just a stone’s throw away from Augusta’s vibrant downtown, The Inn at City Hall presents an unparalleled living experience in the heart of Maine’s capital city.

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Overview of Sunnybrook Senior Living

Sunnybrook Senior Living is in the Harding neighborhood of Brunswick. It has 51 beds in a two-story building. Lyndsay Renadette runs the community. The area is car-dependent. Its Walk Score is 10. Most families and residents will need a car to run errands.

Residents can choose from a few room types. Options range from studios to two-bedroom suites. This works for people living alone and for couples. Right now, 47 of the 51 beds are filled. That is a 92 percent occupancy rate. It shows steady demand in the area.

Each day includes three cooked meals. The staff also handles transportation, housekeeping, and linens. Medication management is part of standard care. So is continence care and emergency response. Residents can also join fitness and recreation activities. Pets are welcome at Sunnybrook.

State inspectors have looked closely at two things here. One is how medications are managed. The other is care planning paperwork. Sunnybrook is a modest-sized assisted living community. It stays steadily full. It offers daily support without a lot of extra complexity. It sits in a quieter part of Brunswick, best reached by car.

Starting Price $7,290/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Soucy’s Foster Home

Soucy’s Foster Home provides assisted living in Van Buren, ME, with help available for daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Residents live in either a private or shared room. With six beds, the home is small enough for residents and staff to get to know one another, and it may be a good fit for someone who needs daily living support in a smaller setting.

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Overview of Colonial Health Care

Colonial Health Care provides assisted living in Lincoln, Maine. Residents can receive help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while living in a private or semi-private room. Medicaid is accepted, which gives families using that program a potential way to pay for assisted living services. Colonial Health Care may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support and is considering either a private or shared room.

Restaurant-style meal services give residents prepared meals in a dining setting, while beautician services provide personal grooming on site. Social, recreational, devotional, and wellness and fitness activities offer structured ways to spend time and participate in programs. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehab are also available for residents who need time-limited therapy or recovery support.

A Walk Score of 47 places the area in a car-dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride. Jacqueline Libby serves as the administrator.

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Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth provides assisted living and memory care in Ellsworth, ME. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the two care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 60 beds and is administered by Maria Ream. A salon and spa, outdoor areas, rehabilitation services, and direct transportation services give residents access to personal care, time outdoors, therapy, and organized transportation without arranging every service independently. These options bring several regular needs into the community.

Dining includes three freshly prepared meals daily, with special dietary accommodations for residents who need meals prepared around specific requirements. Social and recreational activities include arts, music, and gardening, giving residents structured ways to take part in those interests. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot; for a resident who no longer drives, nearby errands may sometimes be possible without a car or ride.

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Overview of Portland Center for Assisted Living

Portland Center for Assisted Living offers assisted living, hospice care, memory care, and respite care in Portland, ME. Assisted living provides help with daily activities, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, hospice care supports end-of-life needs, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care may suit a resident who needs supervised memory support or a family seeking temporary care during a caregiver’s absence.

The community is in the Back Cove neighborhood and has 170 beds. A Walk Score of 87 out of 100 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently. Medicaid is accepted, and Karen Lynn Dodd serves as the administrator.

Residents can use the salon and spa, eat three homecooked meals prepared by a skilled chef, and join game nights, social groups, intergenerational meetings, and holiday celebrations. Rehabilitation services and short-term rehabilitation are available for residents who need therapy or a temporary recovery stay.

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Overview of Mill Street

Situated in the lively setting of Auburn, ME, Mill Street is an astounding community that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, exceptional assistance is provided for their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing, around the clock. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication reminders are also available.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are 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. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community strives to help residents make the most of their best years, especially with its supportive environment and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Parent Waiver Home

Parent Waiver Home is a welcoming retreat in Van Buren, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ quality of life, providing top-notch assistance for their daily living activities around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are 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 management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is ideal for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Rankings on this page follow the same method as page 1: see how we rank these communities.

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: 16The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90