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Best Senior Communities in Maine

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated May 2026
We analyzed 397 homes in Maine

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Maine Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

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Huntington Common
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.

Kennebunk
82
Facility 82
ME AVG 89
Rank #28 / 358
Yes
30
Facility 30
ME AVG 35
Rank #187 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 80.5% -Peggy Farrington1720.1
Scarborough Terrace
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.

Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 89
Rank #34 / 358
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 35
Rank #264 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed 68.8% A+David Kingsley2800.0
Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer
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.

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.

Brewer
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 89
Rank #38 / 358
No
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 35
Rank #112 / 421
Private / Shared 94.4% -Bridgette Keegan4870.1
Avita of Stroudwater
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.

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.

Westbrook (Landing Road)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 89
Rank #35 / 358
No
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 35
Rank #231 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed 88.0% A+Tracy Hoppe2100.0
The Enclave of Scarborough
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Scarborough (Oak Hill)
92
Facility 92
ME AVG 89
Rank #20 / 358
No
57
Facility 57
ME AVG 35
Rank #83 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed--Samantha Ashley Beaton2000.0
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Portland (Back Cove)
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 89
Rank #30 / 358
Yes
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 35
Rank #135 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 100.0% A+Leann Flohr34170.5
Bay Square at Yarmouth
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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Yarmouth
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 89
Rank #45 / 358
Yes
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 35
Rank #135 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 83.3% FJessica Goodell1730.2
Dirigo Pines
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.

Orono
50
Facility 50
ME AVG 89
Rank #59 / 358
Yes
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 35
Rank #360 / 421
1 Bed--Paul Arbour200.0
The Captain Lewis Residence
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.

Farmingdale
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 89
Rank #73 / 358
Yes
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 35
Rank #171 / 421
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 26.5% A+Susan Dutil8131.6
Woodlands Senior Living of Waterville
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.

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.

Waterville
58
Facility 58
ME AVG 89
Rank #49 / 358
No
15
Facility 15
ME AVG 35
Rank #253 / 421
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 96.6% -Renee Hanscom7560.1
Clover Health Care
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.

Auburn (Minot Avenue)
244
Facility 244
ME AVG 89
Rank #1 / 358
Yes
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 35
Rank #121 / 421
Private Rooms 76.1% A+----
Marshwood Center
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.

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.

Lewiston
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 89
Rank #13 / 358
Yes
21
Facility 21
ME AVG 35
Rank #222 / 421
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 89.0% -----
Crest View Manor
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.

Houlton
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 89
Rank #94 / 358
No
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 35
Rank #352 / 421
Private / Shared Rooms-A+Alysia Sutherland31110.4
Patten Pond 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.

Surry
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 89
Rank #110 / 358
No
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 35
Rank #372 / 421
Private / Shared Rooms 87.5% -Samantha Grey3170.2
Gorham House
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.

Gorham
146
Facility 146
ME AVG 89
Rank #7 / 358
No
64
Facility 64
ME AVG 35
Rank #63 / 421
Private Rooms 78.6% A-----
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Overview of Hallowell Road

Cherish every moment of your retirement at Hallowell Road, a blissful community in Durham, ME, that offers assisted living. A top-tier support is provided for residents’ daily living activities around the clock to maintain their independence without hassles. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other chores, so residents can have more time to do the things they love.

Exciting events and fun recreational activities are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with a variety of dining options. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medicines as prescribed. With its nurturing environment and top-notch services, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Franklin Street

Franklin Street is a distinguished community in Westbrook, ME, that offers assisted living. With a respectful and highly qualified team, residents receive top-tier assistance for their daily living activities around the clock. Here, residents have more time to do the things they love, as housekeeping, linens, and laundry are taken care of.

A full calendar of well-thought-out activities and engaging programs is also conducted so that residents can remain active and socially engaged. Here, residents have the finest dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided to enhance residents’ living conditions. The community is ideal for those who need additional care for residents to live their golden years with ease.

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Overview of Comfort Care

Experience a better quality of life at Comfort Care, a distinct community in Lincoln, ME, offering assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ welfare, providing exceptional support for their daily living activities around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please with a well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community continuously promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of Brae Drive Home

Enjoy your independence at Brae Drive Home, an idyllic retreat in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also handles the busy work like housekeeping and laundry, giving residents more time to do the things they love.

Prioritizing residents’ happiness and wellness, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted to highlight their interests and strengths. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With its exceptional services and purposely designed amenities, residents will surely have the time of their lives.

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Overview of Northfield Green Apartments

Have the finest retirement experience at Northfield Green Apartments, a distinguished community in Portland, ME, offering independent living. Residents can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with a variety of purposely built one-bedroom floor plans. The community strives to help residents maintain independence without hassles, with 24-hour emergency maintenance and laundry spaces.

Residents can spend their days as they please with various activities that aim to keep them active and socially connected. With delightful restaurants and shops, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can keep their peace of mind and live blissfully in their golden years amidst the community’s vibrant and welcoming environment.

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Overview of Pagoma Lane

Live a blissful retirement at Pagoma Lane, an astounding community in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. The community also provides exceptional care tailored to their daily living activities 24/7 to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Accessible and specially designed accommodations are also available, so residents can feel at ease during their stay.

With a variety of fun activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes also promote social interaction while catering to dietary needs with delightful and healthy meals. Medication management and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. Dedicated to maintaining residents’ independence in retirement, the community has well-maintained amenities and exceptional services.

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Overview of Loring House Apartments

Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Loring House Apartments, an astounding community in Portland, ME, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring that those 62+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Dedicated to those with low incomes, the community strives to maintain affordability.

Residents will not run out of things to do with local amenities and recreation sites nearby. Delightful restaurants also provide residents with a variety of well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and inviting environment makes it an enticing option for those looking to live independently in their golden years.

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Overview of Marshwood Center

Marshwood Center of the Genesis Healthcare Community is an exceptional senior living community located in Lewiston, ME. It provides a wide variety of living options and healthcare services, including assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and respite care. A recipient of the AHCA Bronze Quality Award, Marshwood Center has proven excellence in improving the overall well-being and health of everyone it serves.

Keeping a professional and compassionate level of service for its residents, Marshwood Center cultivates the holistic needs of its residents through a spectrum of amenities, including a fitness room, housekeeping, individual climate control, and comfortable common and lounge areas where residents can gather with friends and family. During critical life moments, you need excellent support to understand your unique needs and when it comes to this, Marshwood Center is a community you can trust.

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Overview of Fare House

Live blissfully at Fare House, an idyllic community in Turner, ME, that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, including grooming and transferring. The community also features accessible and secure accommodations, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents can live actively and maintain social connections with plenty of enriching activities and wellness programs. Delightful dining options are also prepared to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. Promoting a supportive environment, the community strives to provide residents with a place to spend their retirement without worries.

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Overview of Steven’s Mills

Age blissfully at Steven’s Mills, a dedicated community in Auburn, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medication reminders are also given, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.

With fun recreational activities and wellness programs, like card games and light exercises, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. There’s no need to worry about meal preparation, as delicious and healthy meals are prepared to meet their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services are also provided for convenient and safe travel. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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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 5 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.