Page 2 of Best Assisted Living in Portland, ME

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 22 assisted living communities in Portland, 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Assisted Living Household at the Cedars
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (Back Cove)
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 17
Rank #47 / 329
No
87
Facility 87
ME AVG 35
Rank #12 / 306
-
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #170 / 223
-Katharine O'neill2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #97 / 230
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 3
Rank #198 / 230
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #179 / 230
Allison Avenue
AL
Portland (North Deering)
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 35
Rank #270 / 306
-
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #173 / 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
Frost Street
AL
Portland (Rosemont)
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 17
Rank #276 / 329
No
38
Facility 38
ME AVG 35
Rank #131 / 306
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #1 / 223
-Richard Norton1
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
Westminster Place
AL
Portland (Deering Center)
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 17
Rank #149 / 329
Yes
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 35
Rank #36 / 306
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #164 / 223
--1
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
The Cedars Portland
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (North Deering)
-No
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 35
Rank #92 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+Kathryn Callnan18
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #229 / 230
25
Facility 25
ME AVG 3
Rank #228 / 230
1.4
Facility 1.4
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #214 / 230
Millie Morrill House
AL
Portland (Deering Center)
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 17
Rank #110 / 329
No
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 35
Rank #47 / 306
-
83.3%
Facility 83.3%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #156 / 223
--1
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
Osher Inn At the Cedars
AL
Portland (North Deering)
30
Facility 30
ME AVG 17
Rank #61 / 329
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 35
Rank #72 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed--Katharine O\'Neill-0--
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 #72 / 306
Private Rooms
76.0%
Facility 76.0%
ME AVG 87.9%
Rank #172 / 223
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75 State Street
AL
IL
Portland (West End)
-Yes
97
Facility 97
ME AVG 35
Rank #1 / 306
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-----
Georgia Street Residence
AL
Portland (North Deering)
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 17
Rank #166 / 329
No
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 35
Rank #201 / 306
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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 22 analyzed for Portland. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Portland, ME. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because these care levels are available within one community, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community or starting over socially. The 44-bed community is smaller in scale, where staff and residents get to know each other, and it may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. The community opened in 1929.

Rehabilitation services include short-term rehab, giving someone who needs recovery-focused care a temporary stay rather than an ongoing residence. A Walk Score of 87 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is administered by Katharine O’neill.

Contact Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

Overview of Allison Avenue

Peacefully nestled near North Deering Park in Portland, ME, Allison Avenue is a distinct community that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and household chores. An emergency alert system and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents’ safety.

A variety of engaging activities and light exercises are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also travel conveniently and safely with transportation services and parking spaces. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities and exceptional services.

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Overview of Frost Street

Frost Street is an assisted living community in Portland, Maine’s Rosemont neighborhood. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while allowing a resident to maintain their own living space. With two beds, Frost Street may suit someone who prefers a smaller community, although both beds are currently occupied.

The area has a Walk Score of 38 and is car-dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride. Richard Norton serves as the administrator.

Contact Frost Street

Overview of Westminster Place

Westminster Place in the Deering Center neighborhood of Portland, Maine, delivers assisted living and short-term respite care. Assisted living provides assistance with routine tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management while residents retain private living quarters. Temporary respite stays accommodate individuals whose primary family caregivers require time away for personal travel or recovery.

Operating as a smaller five-bed property, the community offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom units that accommodate single residents or couples moving together. Household pets are allowed on site. Common amenities feature a fitness center, library, salon, and landscaped courtyard, alongside coordinated health programs, monthly meetings, and movie nights. Rehabilitation therapy services are available directly on campus, and the location holds a walk score of 72, enabling non-driving residents to complete daily errands nearby on foot.

Families researching small-scale care settings in the Portland area can get in touch with the staff to ask about current openings or arrange a campus visit.

Contact Westminster Place

Overview of The Cedars Portland

Located in the bright and peaceful residential area of Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME, The Cedars goes above and beyond to deliver assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation for residents to have the finest retirement. The community values residents’ privacy, providing a wide selection of cozy and well-designed floor plans to foster comfort and familiarity. With its long history of exceptional care and assistance since 1929, The Cedars continuously provides a safe place for residents to flourish and experience meaningful things.

Combining the utmost comfort and medical expertise, the community ensures residents’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for. As a non-profit community, The Cedars strives to provide accessible and up-to-date care to enjoy every moment of their best years.

Contact The Cedars Portland

Overview of Millie Morrill House

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Portland, ME, Millie Morrill House is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. The community also provides dedicated services for residents’ daily living activities, including transferring and grooming, to maintain their independence without worries. Accessible and purposely built accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. For a convenient and safe travel, transportation services are also provided. The community’s nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities allow residents to make the most of their best years.

Contact Millie Morrill House

Overview of Osher Inn at the Cedars

Osher Inn at the Cedars is an assisted living and respite care community in Portland, Maine. Assisted living provides personal support with daily activities while residents live in private apartments, while respite care offers a short term stay when someone’s usual caregiver needs time away. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support in a private apartment or a family seeking temporary care.

Osher Inn at the Cedars has 30 beds, with studio and one bedroom apartments. A studio offers one private living space; a one bedroom apartment separates the sleeping area from the main living space. The community opened in 1929 and is in the North Deering neighborhood.

A Walk Score of 54 places the area in the somewhat walkable category, so some errands can be completed on foot and a resident who no longer drives may have some opportunities to get out independently. Social, educational and wellness programs provide scheduled activities in those areas, while short term rehabilitation and community based outpatient services support recovery needs and care for people who do not require a residential rehabilitation stay. Staff are present throughout the day and night, and Katharine O’Neill serves as the administrator.

Contact Osher Inn At the Cedars

Overview of Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars

Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing in Portland, ME. Independent living provides private living without daily care, while assisted living adds help with bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care around the clock.

Several care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. Care is person-centered and individualized, with services tailored to each resident’s needs. The community has 102 beds and offers private rooms, including private suites among its room and unit types. Total nurse staffing is 5h 6m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident.

Community Day Programs, outpatient rehabilitation, and Innovative Programs are available. Outpatient rehabilitation gives residents access to rehabilitation services through the community. The setting is somewhat walkable, with a Walk Score of 54, so some errands can be completed on foot. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay: Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows direct payment. Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs a supervised, secured setting.

Contact Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars

Overview of 75 State Street

75 State Street offers assisted living and independent living in Portland, ME. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication, while independent living offers private living without daily care. The community may be a good fit for someone who wants to remain in Portland while having the option of daily support if needs change.

Located in the West End, 75 State Street has studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A studio provides one private living space, while a two-bedroom residence can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The community is a mid-rise building.

A Walk Score of 97 out of 100 places the area in the walker’s paradise band. Daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can reach shops, pharmacies and other everyday destinations on foot. Opened in 1854, 75 State Street is owned by Avesta Housing, and pets are allowed so a resident can continue living with a pet at the community.

Contact 75 State Street

Overview of Georgia Street Residence

Georgia Street Residence is a blissful haven surrounded by serene parks in Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. With a responsible and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities. Accessible and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun events and light exercises are also conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions with medication reminders. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain independence in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

Contact Georgia Street 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Portland, ME

What is the average cost of assisted living in Portland, ME?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Portland, ME is approximately $7,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Portland, ME?

Assisted living in Portland, ME typically ranges from $7,000–$9,600 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Portland, ME?

Assisted living facilities in Portland, ME typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.

Assisted Living in Portland at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $8,528The average monthly cost across facilities in Portland, ME. 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: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Portland, ME. 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: 44The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Portland, ME. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90