Page 30 of Best Senior Communities in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 416 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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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. 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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
75 State Street
SC
AL
IL
Portland (West End)
-Yes 97 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+----
Dirigo Pines – Orono
SC
AL
IL
MC
Orono
50Yes----0--
The Park Danforth
SC
AL
IL
Portland (North Deering)
-Yes 67 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 BedA+----
Georgia Street Residence
SC
AL
Portland (North Deering)
4No 16 ---0--
Somerset House
SC
AL
Norridgewock
8No-Private / Shared Rooms--0--
Sand Road Waiver
SC
AL
Newport
3No 8 --1133.0
The Highlands
SC
AL
IL
MC
RC
Topsham
-Yes 25 1 Bed-----
Cedar Street Group Home
SC
AL
Rockland (Blackinton Corners)
3No 52 ---0--
1 Pond Road
SC
AL
Lewiston
2No 10 --2152.5
Wilson Street
SC
IL
South Portland (Thornton Heights)
7No 50 ---0--
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Overview of 75 State Street

75 State Street is a vibrant community that excels in housing a professional care staff and convenient features all thought of to offer comfort and hospitality.  The senior living community boasts a serene environment that practices a resident-centered approach where they aim to enhance the standard of living of every senior. 75 State is a community that aims to mark a difference in the lives of its residents, serving with compassion, patience, and understanding. 

Life is focused on an active and fulfilled holistic wellness. Seniors are offered an array of services such as restaurant-style dining, walking paths, and private assisted living or independent living apartments designed to meet the needs of every resident.

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Overview of Dirigo Pines – Orono

Dirigo Pines, Orono offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Orono, Maine. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, so the range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time and can continue within the same community.

Dirigo Pines has 50 beds, making it a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know one another. Starting monthly prices are $4,990 for independent living, $6,275 for assisted living, $8,300 for memory care, and $7,500 for specialized care, with the different rates corresponding to the distinct living and care options.

A professional chef leads the dining program, and the fitness center and spa provide on-site options for exercise and personal care. Residents can relax in courtyards and other outdoor spaces, join daily wellness, cultural, and educational programs, and use the available transportation. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in, while Graceful Respite Stays offer short-term care when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Paul Arbour serves as the administrator.

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Overview of The Park Danforth

Situated between Falmouth, Yarmouth, Scarborough, and South Portland, The Park Danforth is a senior living community in Portland, ME that provides senior living options including independent living and assisted living, meeting the needs of seniors who want a balance of independence and assistance. The community offers different levels of care to match the requirements of its inhabitants, promoting independence, social engagement, and wellbeing.

The Park Danforth delivers a lively, compassionate, and encouraging atmosphere with 70 federally supported apartments in addition to 110 market-rate apartments, featuring fully-applianced kitchens and private baths. Numerous dining locations, adaptable meal plans, programs for life enrichment, transportation to cultural events, wellness services, and housekeeping are among the community’s amenities. A variety of activities are available to residents, including intellectual and spiritual pursuits and fitness programs, ensuring a fulfilling and engaged lifestyle.

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Overview of Georgia Street Residence

Georgia Street Residence is a blissful haven surrounded by serene parks in Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. With a responsible and well-trained team available around the clock, residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities and household responsibilities. Accessible and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun events and light exercises are also conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions with medication reminders. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain independence in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and well-maintained amenities.

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Somerset House

395 Waterville Rd, Norridgewock, ME 04957
Overview of Somerset House

Live a worry-free retirement at Somerset House, a loving community in Norridgewock, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch services for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, so residents can enjoy a convenient lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and enriching programs, including social events and light exercises, are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. With delicious and healthy meals, residents do not have to worry about meal preparation. Medication reminders and transportation services are also provided for comfort and safety. The community promotes a warm and inviting environment, ensuring residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Sand Road Waiver

Make every moment count at Sand Road Waiver, a friendly community in Newport, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, providing high-quality services for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun recreational activities and enriching programs are conducted. Here, residents have a satisfactory dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences with delicious and healthy meals. Medication reminders are also provided, so residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. With its top-notch services and beautifully maintained amenities, residents will surely have a blissful retirement.

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The Highlands

30 Governor's Way, Topsham, ME 04086
Overview of The Highlands

The Highlands in Topsham, ME, is a welcoming community where residents live life to the fullest. With a deep sense of community fostered by a dedicated team and diverse residents on their 98-acre campus, The Highlands offers a true continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Estate Homes, Cooperative Apartment Homes, Town Hall Village, and Short-term/Respite Stays. They aim to provide personalized living options and daily wellness, cultural, and educational programs, ensuring residents’ unique lifestyles are honored and expectations are exceeded.

The Highlands boasts a variety of amenities and assisted living facilities, ranging from a well-stocked library and fitness center to craft card and game rooms. Residents can focus on health with an indoor pool and outdoor spaces. With a range of living options, including one- and two-bedroom floor plans, studios, and estate homes, The Highlands caters to diverse preferences. Whether renting, owning, seeking support, or living independently, residents find a welcoming home with uplifting activities and supportive staff.

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Overview of Cedar Street Group Home

Spend your golden years at Cedar Street Group Home, a welcoming haven in Rockland, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch assistance for their daily living activities, including bathing and grooming, and household tasks around the clock. With accessible and specially designed accommodations, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe.

Focusing on residents’ holistic wellness, a variety of recreational activities and stimulating programs are conducted based on their interests. Delightful and well-balanced dining options are served to meet dietary needs and preferences, ensuring a hassle-free dining experience. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is available. With the community’s stress-free setting and well-maintained amenities, residents will surely thrive in retirement.

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Overview of 1 Pond Road

Located in the quiet setting of Lewiston, ME, 1 Pond Road is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ quality of life, exceptional support is provided for their daily living activities around the clock. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

Prioritizing residents’ leisure and wellness, recreational activities and enriching programs, like movie nights and light exercises, are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication reminders are also available to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Wilson Street

Wilson Street is an independent living community in South Portland, ME, with private living, community services, and no daily care, making it suitable for residents who do not need daily assistance. With seven beds, it is a small community where staff and residents can get to know each other, and it may suit someone who prefers a smaller, more intimate setting.

Wilson Street is in the Thornton Heights neighborhood, which has a Walk Score of 50 out of 100 and is somewhat walkable. A resident can complete some errands on foot.

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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