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Compare Assisted Living around South Portland (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
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| The Heron House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Cumberland Foreside | 24
Facility
24
ME AVG
89
Rank
#92 / 358 | Yes |
1
Facility
1
ME AVG
35
Rank
#360 / 421 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 87.5% | - | Ron Lessard | 5 | 2 | 6 | 1.2 |
| Atrium At Cedars |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Portland (North Deering) | -
Facility
-
ME AVG
89 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
ME AVG
35
Rank
#89 / 421 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| The Park Danforth |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Portland (North Deering) | -
Facility
-
ME AVG
89 | Yes |
67
Facility
67
ME AVG
35
Rank
#58 / 421 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A | - | - | - | - | - |
| Wescott Road |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Thornton Heights) | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
89
Rank
#193 / 358 | No |
50
Facility
50
ME AVG
35
Rank
#109 / 421 | - | 100.0% | - | Zoe Sweet | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| Skillings Street |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Cash Corner) | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
89
Rank
#304 / 358 | No |
48
Facility
48
ME AVG
35
Rank
#118 / 421 | - | 50.0% | - | - | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0.1 |
| Gordon Green |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Ferry Village) | 8
Facility
8
ME AVG
89
Rank
#110 / 358 | No |
65
Facility
65
ME AVG
35
Rank
#60 / 421 | Private / Shared Rooms | - | - | - | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Pride House |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (South Portland Gardens) | 8
Facility
8
ME AVG
89
Rank
#110 / 358 | No |
63
Facility
63
ME AVG
35
Rank
#66 / 421 | 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms | - | - | - | 1 | - | 0 | 0.0 |
| Wilson Street |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Thornton Heights) | 7
Facility
7
ME AVG
89
Rank
#130 / 358 | No |
50
Facility
50
ME AVG
35
Rank
#109 / 421 | - | - | - | - | 8 | 3 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Albany Street |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland (Sunset Park) | 3
Facility
3
ME AVG
89
Rank
#248 / 358 | No |
46
Facility
46
ME AVG
35
Rank
#126 / 421 | - | 100.0% | - | - | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0.0 |
| Ocean House Road |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | South Portland | 2
Facility
2
ME AVG
89
Rank
#304 / 358 | No |
29
Facility
29
ME AVG
35
Rank
#191 / 421 | - | 100.0% | - | Richard Norton | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0.2 |
Introducing The Heron House, an assisted living community nestled within the idyllic charm of Cumberland Foreside. This assisted living community redefines the experience by seamlessly blending the comforts of a home with the enriching essence of community living. Thoughtfully curated amenities are designed to empower residents to maintain their independence and uniqueness, while simultaneously nurturing companionship and fostering new opportunities.
The Heron House expertly balances location convenience with a sense of peace, privacy, and safety, fostering a haven for its cherished housemates. Within the comforting embrace of The Heron House, the warmth of home harmonizes with a strong sense of camaraderie. Their commitment is to help residents embrace senior living, where comfort, community, and individuality converge. Merely moments away from Portland, Falmouth, Freeport, and Yarmouth, this hidden gem offers a tranquil retreat near the ocean, all while securely located on Route One.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Situated between Falmouth, Yarmouth, Scarborough, and South Portland, The Park Danforth is a senior living community in Portland, ME that provides senior living options including independent living and assisted living, meeting the needs of seniors who want a balance of independence and assistance. The community offers different levels of care to match the requirements of its inhabitants, promoting independence, social engagement, and wellbeing.
The Park Danforth delivers a lively, compassionate, and encouraging atmosphere with 70 federally supported apartments in addition to 110 market-rate apartments, featuring fully-applianced kitchens and private baths. Numerous dining locations, adaptable meal plans, programs for life enrichment, transportation to cultural events, wellness services, and housekeeping are among the community’s amenities. A variety of activities are available to residents, including intellectual and spiritual pursuits and fitness programs, ensuring a fulfilling and engaged lifestyle.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 625 / 720 / 760 / 850 / 900 / 905 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Atrium at Cedars is a distinguished assisted living community nestled in the heart of South Portland, Maine. Within The Atrium’s Independent Living option, residents are immersed in a life of opulence and comfort, prioritizing holistic well-being and personal growth. This harmonious setting fosters a dynamic social environment, where friendships flourish and engaging activities abound.
Atrium at Cedars presents elegantly appointed one and two-bedroom apartments, graced with an array of anticipated amenities. Common areas offer residents tranquil spaces for moments of relaxation and connection. This community provides spacious apartment homes featuring screened porches, delightful fine and casual dining choices, a swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness room, an entertaining movie theater, and a soothing spa, collectively enhancing their daily life. Furthermore, this assisted living community provides access to an encompassing range of specialized senior healthcare services, instilling residents with the assurance and tranquility they rightly deserve.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Enjoy your independence at Wescott Road, an outstanding community in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, around the clock. The community also handles the busy work like housekeeping and laundry, giving residents more time to do the things they love.
Enriching activities and stimulating programs are conducted to keep residents active and well-connected. Meal preparation is also taken care of, providing residents with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Prescriptions are also not a worry with medication management. With its nurturing environment and cozy communal spaces, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Ideally situated in the lively setting of South Portland, ME, Skillings Street is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. The community also helps with residents’ daily living activities and personal needs 24/7 to ensure their comfort and safety. Here, residents have more opportunities to focus on recreation, as housekeeping and laundry services are also provided.
Encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections, exciting events and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive environment.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Nestled in serene neighborhood of South Portland, ME, Wilson Street is a blissful retreat that offers assisted living. With top-tier services around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities . The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, so residents can enjoy a worry-free lifestyle.
Here, residents can interact with their friends and explore new hobbies with a jam-packed calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. Resident parking and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those needing assistance, especially with its top-notch services and state-of-the-art amenities.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Spend your golden years at Pride House, a loving community in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. The community also helps with daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, and household tasks, around the clock for residents’ comfort. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.
Here, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. The community’s exceptional services and well-maintained amenities create the ideal setting where residents can live comfortably in retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Spend a blissful retirement at Gordon Green, a blissful retreat in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. With a kind and highly qualified team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
Residents have fun and make new friends with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, including movie nights and light exercises. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is great for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, accompanied by its friendly setting.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Make the most of your best years at Ocean House Road, a welcoming retreat in South Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, with personalized care around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, so residents have more time to do the things they love.
A variety of recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. With delicious and healthy dining options, residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, the community ensures residents have a worry-free retirement.
Beautifully situated in the quiet residential area of Portland, ME, Albany Street is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like grooming and dressing, with a compassionate and highly trained team that provides exceptional support 24/7. Medication management and an emergency response system are also provided to ensure residents are comfortable and safe.
Fun events, light exercises, and group activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 South Portland, ME
What is the average cost of assisted living in South Portland, ME?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in South Portland, ME is approximately $7,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in South Portland, ME?
Assisted living in South Portland, ME typically ranges from $6,800–$9,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in South Portland, ME?
Assisted living facilities in South Portland, ME typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in South Portland, ME?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~15–20 licensed assisted living facilities in South Portland, ME.
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.
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