Page 5 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. 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.
Macsullivan Home
SC
AL
Lewiston
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 36
Rank #279 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Marcia Turcotte1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Village Green
SC
AL
Saco
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
29
Facility 29
ME AVG 36
Rank #191 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Brewer
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 20
Rank #32 / 356
No
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 36
Rank #113 / 357
Private / Shared
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #123 / 239
Bridgette Keegan8
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #206 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
0.4
Facility 0.4
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #101 / 237
Country Village Estates
SC
AL
Madawaska
27
Facility 27
ME AVG 20
Rank #88 / 356
No
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 36
Rank #287 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Louis G. Dugal3
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #206 / 237
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #129 / 237
0.7
Facility 0.7
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #112 / 237
Round Pond Green
SC
AL
Round Pond
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
25
Facility 25
ME AVG 36
Rank #198 / 357
Private Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Nancy Marcille1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 3
Rank #180 / 237
4.0
Facility 4.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #206 / 237
Cottage Hill Home
SC
AL
Sanford
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 20
Rank #173 / 356
No
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 36
Rank #229 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Grange Waiver
SC
AL
Hinckley
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 36
Rank #302 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-2
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Morse Brook
SC
AL
South Paris
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 20
Rank #302 / 356
No
4
Facility 4
ME AVG 36
Rank #335 / 357
-
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Marcia Turcotte1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Atlantic Shores
SC
AL
HOS
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Harrington
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
Yes--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
Jeffrey M. Strout1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237
Arbor View
SC
AL
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
46
Facility 46
ME AVG 36
Rank #127 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 237
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 237
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 237

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 Macsullivan Home

Macsullivan Home is a blissful community in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to improving residents’ well-being, exceptional services are provided for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. Accessible and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and gain fun experiences with plenty of recreational activities and wellness programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, ensuring residents can travel without hassles. With its nurturing setting and well-maintained amenities, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of Village Green

Village Green is an outstanding haven in Saco, ME, that offers assisted living. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, top-tier support for their daily living activities, like bathing and dressing, is provided 24/7. Accessible accommodations and cozy communal spaces are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Light exercises and fun events are conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. Catering to residents’ nutritional needs and tastes, a variety of healthy dining options are served. Residents can also travel conveniently with transportation services. With its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures residents are well-cared for.

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Overview of Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer

Considerably one of the trusted senior living communities in the city, Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer is a vibrant community that provides a warm and welcoming environment for the residents– making them feel right at home. The retirement home strives in promoting an engaging social life for the seniors to create endless possibilities for them as well as develop meaningful relationships that blossom into wonderful memories. Woodlands is the home where people and interests are mattered and cared for.

Assisted living levels of care offer a range of services focused on the individualized and personal care needs of its residents: transportation, a geriatric physician, and a 24/7 nursing staff– the same goes for the memory care unit.

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Overview of Country Village Estates

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Country Village Estates, an inviting community in Madawaska, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to enhancing residents’ living experiences, a respectful and well-trained team provides top-tier support for their daily living activities around the clock. Alongside cozy and secure accommodations, housekeeping and maintenance services are also provided, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Here, residents have fun with peers of the same age and explore new hobbies, especially with live performances and fun activities. Mealtimes also foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management and incontinence care are also available for convenience and comfort. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents will surely thrive in their golden years.

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Overview of Round Pond Green

Beautifully situated in the quiet residential area of Round Pond, ME, Round Pond Green is a distinguished community that offers assisted living. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with top-notch services tailored to their daily living activities and personal needs. Cleaning, laundry, and other household tasks are also taken care of, so residents can focus on the things they truly enjoy.

Exciting events and engaging programs, like light walks and card games, are conducted, so residents can interact with their surroundings and remain physically active. With a formal dining room, residents enjoy mealtimes with friends with a variety of well-balanced dining options. The community also features a cozy sitting room, a well-stocked library, and a porch overlooking the scenic meadow, creating the ideal setting for residents’ holistic wellness.

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Overview of Cottage Hill Home

Experience a blissful retirement at Cottage Hill Home, a distinct retreat in Sanford, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care for their daily living activities 24/7. Here, incontinence care and medication management are also provided for residents’ comfort and convenience.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy meals. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its nurturing and inviting environment.

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Overview of Grange Waiver

Conveniently located in the quiet neighborhood of Hinckley, ME, Grange Waiver is an outstanding retreat that offers assisted living. With its commitment to residents’ welfare, a compassionate and highly skilled team provides top-notch support for their daily living activities around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry services are also provided, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and fun events is conducted to promote social engagement and an active lifestyle. 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 management. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement.

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Morse Brook

15 Morse Brook Dr, South Paris, ME 04281
Overview of Morse Brook

Age without worries at Morse Brook, a distinct community in South Paris, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents can ease their worries with top-notch services provided for their daily living activities, like bathing and transferring, 24/7. The community also helps with housekeeping and laundry, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Promoting an active lifestyle and social engagement, recreational activities and wellness programs, including movie night and light exercises, are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Atlantic Shores

Receive exceptional support in retirement at Atlantic Shores, an idyllic haven in Harrington, ME, that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and well-trained team available 24/7, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, as well as household responsibilities. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Residents can travel conveniently and safely with transportation services and parking spaces. The community is a good option for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its supportive and welcoming environment.

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Arbor View

9 Arbor View Ln, Scarborough, ME 04074
Overview of Arbor View

Situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Arbor View is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care for residents’ convenience.

With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can make new friends and explore new hobbies. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking spaces are also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

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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.