Page 38 of Best Senior Communities in Maine

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Overview of Caron Street House

Age gracefully at Caron Street House, a blissful community surrounded by lush green spaces in Portland, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, a compassionate and highly trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities around the clock. Residents can feel a sense of belonging with the community’s comfortable and safe environment.

Dedicated to residents’ holistic wellness, a fun-filled calendar of recreational activities and stimulating programs, including exercises, live entertainment, and social events. Healthy meals are also served to meet dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are available to enhance residents’ living experiences. With the community’s stress-free setting and specially designed amenities, residents enjoy a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Pleasant Street Services

Located in the serene residential area of Waterville, ME, Pleasant Street Services is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. With top-tier services 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and personal needs. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, so residents can have more time to do the things they love.

With a variety of exciting events and wellness programs, including light walks and card games, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and social engagement. Here, residents have a delightful dining experience with well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders and transportation services are also provided for convenience and safety. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its high-quality services and nurturing setting.

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Overview of Harbor View Cottage

Located in the thriving setting of Newcastle, ME, Harbor View Cottage is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ quality of life, a compassionate and well-trained team provides high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household chores. Medication management is also provided to ensure residents take their medicine as prescribed.

Prioritizing residents’ enjoyment and wellness, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s supportive and inviting environment creates the ideal setting where residents can live a worry-free retirement.

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Overview of Support Solutions Marston

Support Solutions Marston is an assisted living community in Auburn, ME, serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health diagnoses. Opened in 2005 and owned by Support Solutions, the community provides support intended to help residents live independently and safely. Assisted living can provide help with daily tasks while a resident maintains as much independence as possible.

Support Solutions Marston offers Supported Living, Mental Health Housing, Behavioral Respite, Community-Based Day & Integration Services, Community Living Supports, Early Intervention Services, and Employment and Community First CHOICES. Respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs temporary support, while transportation is available for residents who need it. The community may be a good fit for someone with an intellectual or developmental disability or a mental health diagnosis who needs structured support while working toward greater independence.

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Overview of Washington House

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of Ellsworth, ME, Washington House is an inviting community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, top-tier care tailored to their daily living activities is provided around the clock. Here, residents are assured of taking their medicines as prescribed with medication management.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, engaging activities and enriching programs are conducted. Here, delicious and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Emergency call systems and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. Promoting a nurturing and friendly environment, the community ensures residents can thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Ellsworth Group Home

Age blissfully at Ellsworth Group Home, a friendly community in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ welfare, a compassionate and well-trained team helps with 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.

Focusing on residents’ leisure and wellness, fun social events and enriching wellness programs are conducted. With delicious and healthy meals, residents have a hassle-free dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents here are also assured of taking their medicine as prescribed and travelling conveniently with medication management and transportation services. The community strives to help residents thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and supportive setting.

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Overview of Grove Street Group Home

Situated in the thriving neighborhood of Bangor, ME, Grove Street Group Home is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. Here, daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, are taken care of around the clock to maintain residents’ independence without hassles. Medication management is also provided, ensuring residents can take their medicines as prescribed.

Exciting events and engaging programs, including movie nights and light exercises, are conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation and parking, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing environment and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Bridge Hill Manor

Maintain your independence in retirement at Bridge Hill Manor, a distinguished community in Ellsworth, ME, that offers assisted living. With a competent and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities. The community also handles the maintenance and housekeeping, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

Dedicated to improving residents’ leisure and wellness, a full calendar of stimulating programs and engaging activities is conducted. Mealtimes not only meet dietary needs but also foster comfort with delightful and healthy dining options. The community also offers medication assistance, incontinence care, and transportation services to enhance residents’ living experiences. Here, residents live comfortably in their golden years with the community’s nurturing and friendly setting.

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Overview of South China House

Make the most of your best years at South China House, a distinguished community in China, ME, that offers assisted living. Committed to improving residents’ quality of life, top-notch care is provided for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.

With a variety of fun activities and wellness programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. For convenience and safety, medication reminders and transportation services are provided. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement.

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Overview of Chesley Street Program

Located in the quiet residential area of Westbrook, ME, Chesley Street Program is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, are taken care of around the clock to maintain residents’ independence without worries. The community also helps with housekeeping and other chores, providing residents more time to do the things they love.

With a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively. Residents here have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is a good option for a blissful retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.

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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.

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  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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.

  • Includes
  • 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 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