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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 Farrington | 17 | 2 | 0.1 |
| 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 Kingsley | 28 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 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 Keegan | 48 | 7 | 0.1 |
| 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 Hoppe | 21 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 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 Beaton | 20 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 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 Flohr | 34 | 17 | 0.5 |
| 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% | F | Jessica Goodell | 17 | 3 | 0.2 |
| 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 Arbour | 2 | 0 | 0.0 |
| 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 Dutil | 8 | 13 | 1.6 |
| 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 Hanscom | 75 | 6 | 0.1 |
| 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 Sutherland | 31 | 11 | 0.4 |
| 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 Grey | 31 | 7 | 0.2 |
| 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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Located in the peaceful residential area of Brunswick, ME, Spring Street is a welcoming haven that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents can take their medications as prescribed.
Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available to help residents travel conveniently and safely. Promoting a nurturing and welcoming environment, the community creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.
Have a blissful retirement at Sunrise Program, an idyllic community in Sanford, ME, that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, are taken care of 24/7, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles. The community also provides medication management and an emergency alert system for convenience and safety.
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’s supportive setting and cozy communal spaces make it an ideal retirement option.
Soucy’s Foster Home is an outstanding community in Van Buren, ME, that offers assisted living. Those with developmental and intellectual disabilities can keep their peace of mind with 24-hour care provided for their daily living activities and unique needs. The community also provides housekeeping and laundry services, so residents can do the things they truly enjoy.
Dedicated to residents’ enjoyment and wellness, a variety of fun activities and engaging programs are conducted. Here, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation with delicious and well-balanced meals prepared based on their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. With its cozy communal spaces and friendly setting, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.
Live blissfully in retirement at Stroudwater Street Residence, an inviting retreat in Westbrook, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.
Here, residents are encouraged to live actively with a variety of fun recreational activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delightful dining options. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel as they prefer. The community is a great choice for those needing assistance to make the most of their best years.
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Van Buren, ME, S & S Foster Home is an astounding community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-tier support for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents can do the things they love.
With a jam-packed calendar of recreational activities and engaging programs, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live actively. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are also available. Residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst the community’s friendly setting.
Spend your golden years at Waban Morrells Mill Home, a distinguished community in North Berwick, ME, that offers assisted living. The community strives to help residents with their daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, with top-tier assistance around the clock. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.
Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted tokeep residents’ active and socially connected. Mealtimes foster comfort with delicious and healthy dining options that also cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents can travel conveniently and safely with transportation services. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.
Age with dignity at Robins Nest Boarding Home, a loving community in Warren, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to enhancing residents’ living experiences, daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, are taken care of around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents can live without hassles.
Engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their nutritional needs and tastes. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a great option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.
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.
Make every moment count at Round Hill, an idyllic retreat in Biddeford, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, high-quality assistance is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks, so residents experience a hassle-free living.
With fun recreational activities and engaging programs, residents can freely interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Delicious and healthy meals are also prepared, so residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by the community’s purposely designed accommodations and nurturing environment.
Located in the quiet neighborhood of Augusta, ME, Riverside Drive House is a dedicated community that offers assisted living. With top-notch care around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.
A well-thought-out plan of recreational activities and enriching programs, like card games and light exercises, is conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Delicious and healthy meals are also served, so residents have a hassle-free dining experience. Medication reminders are also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. The community’s nurturing environment and dedicated services create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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- 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 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.
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