Page 22 of Best Senior Communities in Maine

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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. 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.
Fourth Street Home
SC
AL
Mexico
4No 24 - 75.0% -1000.0
Pratt Foster Home
SC
AL
Meadows Gray (Gray)
1No 9 - 100.0% -1000.0
Loring House Apartments
SC
IL
Portland (Nasons Corner)
-Yes 54 Studio / 1 Bed-Mary Beth Daigneault114191.7
Stillwater Ave
SC
AL
Old Town
2No 53 - 100.0% Amanda Young206281.4
Richmond Eldercare
SC
AL
Richmond
16No 54 Private / Shared Rooms 93.8% Jill Wagurak22115.5
Temple House
SC
AL
Biddeford
4No 52 - 50.0% Shane Ashe2110.5
Wakan Avenue
SC
AL
Lewiston
2No 25 - 100.0% Justin Nsenga1122.0
Armando’s Manor
SC
AL
Hancock (Waukeag)
8No 13 - 87.5% Sharon Leighton2121.0
Always One
SC
AL
Bangor
3No 64 - 100.0% -1111.0
Rose
SC
AL
Biddeford
3No 52 - 100.0% Shane Ashe2242.0
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Overview of Fourth Street Home

Fourth Street Home is a trusted community set in the quiet neighborhood of Mexico, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, providing top-notch care for their daily living activities around the clock. With housekeeping and maintenance services, residents have more time to do the things they love.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, enriching activities and engaging programs are conducted based on their interests. Here, residents indulge in delicious and healthy meals that cater to nutritional needs and tastes. Medication management is also provided, so residents can take their medicines as prescribed. The community ensures residents can find the care they need with its comprehensive care and specially designed amenities.

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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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Stillwater Ave

69 Stillwater Ave Apt 1, Old Town, ME 04468
Overview of Stillwater Ave

Situated in the harmonious residential area of Old Town, ME, Stillwater Avenue is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, with top-notch support provided around the clock. Medication management is also available to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed.

Recreational activities and wellness programs, like movie nights and light exercises, are conducted to promote social interactions and an active lifestyle. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s supportive environment and high-quality services make it an ideal retirement option.

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Overview of Richmond Eldercare

Richmond Eldercare is a trusted community in Richmond, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities around the clock. The community also helps clean and maintain its cozy accommodations, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. With its dedicated services and supportive environment, the community ensures residents can live to their potential in retirement.

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Temple House

445 Main Street Ste B, Biddeford, ME 04005
Overview of Temple House

Live with dignity at Temple House, an inviting community in Biddeford, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ living experiences, the community provides top-notch support for their daily living activities and household tasks 24/7. Transferring assistance and medication management are also provided for convenience and safety.

Prioritizing residents’ enjoyment and wellness, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted based on 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 finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Wakan Avenue

Maintain independence at Wakan Avenue, an idyllic retreat in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, with top-notch support provided around the clock. Housekeeping and maintenance of its accessible accommodations are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

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 Armando’s Manor

Live a worry-free retirement at Armando’s Manor, a distinct community in Hancock, ME, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, including bathing and dressing, are also taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents’ comfort. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care to maintain residents’ independence without hassles.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can interact with their friends and gain meaningful experiences. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about local travel with transportation services. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Always One

Conveniently located near St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Always One is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, 24/7 to maintain their independence without hassles. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.

Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, light exercises, group activities, and engaging programs are conducted. Residents also have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, ensuring residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

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Rose

445 Main St Apt D, Biddeford, ME 04005
Overview of Rose

Experience a worry-free retirement at Rose, an idyllic haven in Biddeford, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, like dressing and transferring, and household responsibilities around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.

For recreation and wellness, fun activities and enriching programs, including social events and light exercises, are conducted. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and well-balanced dining options that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, so residents can travel conveniently. With its supportive setting and beautifully maintained amenities, residents can make the most of their best years.

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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 416 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.

Senior Communities in Maine at a glance

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: 17The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90