Page 12 of Best Senior Communities in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 401 senior communities in ME using ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in ME
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Avg Walk Score: 36/ 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: 20The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
Riverwood Ranch
SC
AL
Warren
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 36
Rank #350 / 357
--Robin E. Boggs1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Apple Ridge
SC
AL
MC
Bowdoin
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 36
Rank #302 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #236 / 239
Robin E. Boggs1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Keep House 1
SC
AL
RESC
Rumford
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
45
Facility 45
ME AVG 36
Rank #133 / 357
-
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #206 / 239
Jessica Hines1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Dean House
SC
AL
IL
Bangor
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
63
Facility 63
ME AVG 36
Rank #66 / 357
-
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #186 / 239
-4
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #129 / 237
0.5
Facility 0.5
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #103 / 237
Crest View Manor
SC
AL
Houlton
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 20
Rank #92 / 356
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 36
Rank #350 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms-Alysia Sutherland3
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 3
Rank #218 / 237
3.3
Facility 3.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #204 / 237
Main Street Manor
SC
AL
Old Town (Great Works)
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 20
Rank #173 / 356
No
24
Facility 24
ME AVG 36
Rank #203 / 357
-
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #174 / 239
Ashlee Leighton3
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #114 / 237
Heartwood Cottage
SC
AL
Topsham
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
45
Facility 45
ME AVG 36
Rank #133 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Robin E. Boggs1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 3
Rank #209 / 237
7.0
Facility 7.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #228 / 237
Houghton House
SC
AL
Madison
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 20
Rank #173 / 356
No
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 36
Rank #146 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms--1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #96 / 237
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #114 / 237
Reef Lane
SC
AL
Scarborough
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Sylvan Avenue
SC
AL
Lewiston
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
61
Facility 61
ME AVG 36
Rank #72 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Brian Vye1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ME community we track that reports that metric, not just the 401 on this page.

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Overview of Riverwood Ranch

Live without worries at Riverwood Ranch, a distinct community in Warren, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, are taken care of around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores, so residents can do the things they truly love.

Fun recreational activities and wellness programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with a variety of well-balanced dining options. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Residents can experience a worry-free retirement, accompanied by the community’s beautifully furnished accommodations and nurturing environment.

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Overview of Apple Ridge

Spend a blissful retirement at Apple Ridge, a friendly retreat in Bowdoin, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, a competent and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Keep House 1

Situated in the quiet setting of Rumford, ME, Keep House 1 is a dedicated community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with high-quality care for their daily living activities and personal needs. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for comfort and convenience. The community is a good option for those seeking a blissful retirement, especially with its nurturing setting and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Dean House

Ideally situated near Broadway Park and St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Dean House is an astounding community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care for their daily living activities around the clock. Housekeeping services, laundry, and an emergency call system are also provided, ensuring residents have a convenient lifestyle.

For leisure and wellness, light exercises, fun games, and movie nights are conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort while satisfying nutritional needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is also provided. With its supportive environment and well-maintained amenities, the community strives to help residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Crest View Manor

Cherish every moment in retirement at Crest View Manor, an inviting retreat in Houlton, ME, that offers assisted living. The community prioritizes residents’ welfare, providing top-notch assistance for their daily living activities around the clock. Medication management, incontinence care, and housekeeping services are also provided, ensuring residents enjoy a hassle-free living.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and fun recreational programs, residents have more opportunities to explore new hobbies and meet peers of the same age. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents can travel conveniently with transportation services. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Main Street Manor

Live your best years at Main Street Manor, a dedicated community in Old Town, ME, offering assisted living. The community also helps with residents’ daily living activities, including bathing and transferring, around the clock. A hassle-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, as housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of.

Engaging activities and enriching programs, including card games and light exercises, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With well-thought-out meal plans, residents do not have to worry about meal preparations. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience, accompanied by its top-notch services and supportive environment.

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Overview of Heartwood Cottage

Ideally situated in the peaceful neighborhood of Topsham, ME, Heartwood Cottage is a loving community that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, top-tier assistance is provided for their daily living activities and household responsibilities around the clock. An emergency alert system and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety.

A carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and fun programs, including movie nights, light exercises, and community events, is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and well-balanced dining options. Transportation and parking are available, ensuring residents can travel without worries. The community continuously promotes a supportive and welcoming environment to ensure residents thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Houghton House

Houghton House is an idyllic retreat in Madison, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ well-being, exceptional support for their daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, is provided around the clock. Residents also have a hassle-free living with housekeeping and laundry services.

Fun activities and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those looking to live a blissful retirement, especially with its high-quality services and nurturing setting.

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Overview of Reef Lane

Located in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Reef Lane is an idyllic community that offers assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ well-being, providing top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. With cozy accommodations and accessible amenities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings.

A carefully curated calendar of enriching programs and wellness activities is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community’s supportive environment and exceptional services create the ideal setting where residents can make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Sylvan Avenue

Experience high-quality living at Sylvan Avenue, a distinct community in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. The community provides exceptional support for residents’ special needs and daily living activities around the clock to ensure their comfort. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is provided.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted. Here, delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Emergency call systems and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Senior Communities in Maine

What is senior living?

Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.

How many senior communities are listed on this page?

This page features 401 senior communities in Maine. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.