Page 25 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. 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.
Seventy Six Bradley Street
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Lewiston
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
76
Facility 76
ME AVG 36
Rank #36 / 357
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---0--
Sedgewood Commons
SC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Falmouth (Falmouth Foreside)
91
Facility 91
ME AVG 20
Rank #14 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 36
Rank #262 / 357
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
69.5%
Facility 69.5%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #204 / 239
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Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
SC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Bangor
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 20
Rank #41 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 36
Rank #262 / 357
-
87.7%
Facility 87.7%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #153 / 239
Janet Hope----
Pride House
SC
AL
South Portland (South Portland Gardens)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 20
Rank #108 / 356
No
63
Facility 63
ME AVG 36
Rank #66 / 357
1 Bed / Semi-Private Rooms---0--
Bayside East
SC
IL
Portland (East Bayside)
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 20
Rank #92 / 356
Yes
97
Facility 97
ME AVG 36
Rank #1 / 357
1 Bed------
Martin Drive
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
Lewiston
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No
61
Facility 61
ME AVG 36
Rank #72 / 357
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms---0--
New Horizons Adult Family Care Home
SC
AL
Calais (Milltown)
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 20
Rank #108 / 356
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 36
Rank #206 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms-Jyoti Madnani----
Katahdin House
SC
AL
Newcastle
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 20
Rank #191 / 356
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
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
Bussiere MFH
SC
AL
Turner
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No--
66.7%
Facility 66.7%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #206 / 239
Athena Bussiere1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #129 / 237
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #159 / 237
Orono Commons
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Orono
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 356
No
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 36
Rank #279 / 357
-
92.6%
Facility 92.6%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #134 / 239
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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 Seventy Six Bradley Street

Overlooking the scenic area of Lewiston, ME, Seventy Six Bradley Street is a warm and welcoming senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care services. Offering a round the clock team of dependable caregivers, the community warrants each resident immediate assistance during emergencies and personalized services tailored to their needs. Residents are provided with cozy and easy to navigate living spaces that guarantee utmost comfort and safety, fostering a comfortable living experience.

Dedicated to giving residents a well-rounded experience, the community also offers an array of conveniences and amenities, such as chapel, concierge, transportation, and pharmacy services. A fitness room is available to provide residents with space and opportunities for physical activities, while a talented culinary team prepares three delicious meals daily to give residents the nourishment they need. With its extensive services, a reliable care team, and array of thoughtful perks, the community guarantees a relaxing retirement experience.

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Overview of Sedgewood Commons

Sedgewood Commons sits in the Falmouth Foreside neighborhood of Falmouth, Maine, a quiet, car-dependent stretch where you’ll want a vehicle for most errands (Walk Score: 13). It’s a single-story nursing home with 91 beds, split between private and semi-private rooms, and it covers a wide range of care: nursing home services alongside hospice, memory care, palliative care, and respite stays.

This place runs nearly full almost all the time. Occupancy sits at 94.7%, and the average resident stays about 208 days, just under seven months. That’s a long enough window to suggest most people here aren’t passing through for a quick recovery; they’re settling in. Sedgewood Commons takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, and the breakdown tells its own story: most new residents come in paying privately (56%), usually for a four to five month stretch. Medicare residents make up 41% of admissions and usually cycle through in about a month, the classic short-term rehab pattern. Medicaid residents are a smaller slice of new arrivals, but when they’re here, they tend to stay for years, not months.

Staffing breaks down across three roles: registered nurses put in 56 minutes per resident each day, licensed practical nurses add 29 minutes, and nurse aides contribute the largest chunk at 2 hours and 18 minutes. Combined, that’s 3 hours and 49 minutes of nursing attention per resident daily, a mix that spans clinical oversight down to hands-on, day-to-day help.

Residents here also have a formal say in how things run. An Active Resident Council meets regularly to weigh in on policies, care quality, and activities, which is a structural detail worth noting if you care about residents having actual input rather than just programming handed down to them. There’s also a fitness and recreation amenity for residents who want to stay physically active.

Taken together, this is a facility built for both short stays and long ones, with a payer mix and length-of-stay pattern that points to a community comfortable handling both ends of that spectrum.

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Overview of Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center takes a holistic approach to memory care, offering specialized memory care therapy. The home focuses on enhancing cognitive function, memory retention, and overall brain health. Through personalized treatment plans and evidence-based techniques, residents with memory care needs receive comprehensive care and support. At Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, they understand that providing engaging nursing home activities can also greatly enhance the quality of life for seniors. The dedicated staff is committed to creating an environment where residents can thrive, maintain their independence, and enjoy a fulfilling and meaningful lifestyle.

Seniors residing in Bangor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center can participate in a wide range of stimulating and fulfilling programs designed to promote social interaction, mental agility, and overall well-being. From group outings and hobby clubs to educational workshops and cultural events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

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Pride House

549 Westbrook St, South Portland, ME 04106
Overview of Pride House

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.

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Overview of Bayside East

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Portland, ME, Bayside East is an exceptional community that offers independent living. The community is committed to enhancing the living experiences of those 55+, providing a variety of specially designed accommodations. 24-hour emergency maintenance, laundry, and management services are available, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please with plenty of local shops and recreation sites nearby. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Promoting a vibrant and welcoming environment, the community creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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Overview of Martin Drive

Martin Drive sits on Martin Drive itself in Lewiston, Maine, a four-bed community in Androscoggin County that offers memory care, assisted living, independent living, and nursing home services under one roof. That combination in a building this small is unusual. Most facilities offering all four care types operate at a much larger scale.

The two-story building sits in a moderately walkable pocket of the city (Walk Score 61), so some errands are doable on foot even if a car still helps for most trips. Rooms come as private or semi-private, and residents have access to transportation services and fitness and recreation options, covering basic mobility and activity needs without requiring family to arrange every outing.

Four beds is a small number by any measure, closer to a household than an institution. That scale can mean tighter staff familiarity with each resident’s habits and needs, though it also means less of the programming variety a larger community might offer. Families drawn to a quiet, low-turnover setting will find that here; those wanting a broader activity calendar or bigger social circle may want to look elsewhere.

The mix of care types under one small roof suggests a place built for continuity, letting a resident’s needs change over time without a move to a new facility.

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Overview of New Horizons Adult Family Care Home

New Horizons Adult Family Care Home is a distinct community in Calais, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, top-notch services for their daily living activities, including bathing and dressing, are provided around the clock. With accessible and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe.

Promoting an active lifestyle and socially connected, fun recreational actitvieis and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. The community is a great place to spend retirement, accompanied by its friendly environment and well-kept amenities.

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Overview of Katahdin House

Spend your golden years at Kahtandin House, an inviting haven in Newcastle, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ welfare, top-notch support is provided for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Here, residents can live actively and maintain social connections with fun activities and engaging programs, including movie nights and fitness classes. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ nutritional needs and tastes. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community strives to help residents live to their potential in retirement, especially with its nurturing environment and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Bussiere Mfh

Cherish every moment at Bussiere Mfh, an astounding community in Turner, ME, offering assisted living. Residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities from a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock. Beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are also provided for residents to feel a sense of belonging and familiarity.

There’s no dull moment with exciting daily events and fun recreational programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Residents have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Orono Commons

A member of the Genesis Healthcare Center, Orono Commons is the home for residents who seek to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the multi-awarded community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Orono Commons cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting. 
The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement; colostomy care, dementia care, pain management, wound care; and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians. 

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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.