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Page 8 of Best Senior Communities in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 401 senior communities communities in Maine using Maine Department of Health and 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: 31/ 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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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
SC
AL
MC
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Augusta
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 20
Rank #10 / 356
No
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 31
Rank #316 / 422
- 94.5% ----
Westgate Manor
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Bangor (Union Street)
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 20
Rank #37 / 356
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
- 96.5% A--3
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 3
Rank #225 / 233
Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
SC
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Broadway Bangor
40
Facility 40
ME AVG 20
Rank #62 / 356
No
95
Facility 95
ME AVG 31
Rank #4 / 422
- 97.5% -Janet Edgecomb25
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
The Enclave of Scarborough
SC
AL
MC
RC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
92
Facility 92
ME AVG 20
Rank #13 / 356
Yes
57
Facility 57
ME AVG 31
Rank #83 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed--Samantha Ashley Beaton20
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Atria Kennebunk
SC
AL
IL
MC
Kennebunk
74
Facility 74
ME AVG 20
Rank #31 / 356
Yes
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 31
Rank #104 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--Jessica Goodell26
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Avita of Stroudwater
SC
ADC
AL
IL
MC
Westbrook (Landing Road)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #29 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed 88.0% A+Tracy Hoppe21
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Scarborough Terrace
SC
AL
MC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
Facility 77
ME AVG 20
Rank #27 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 31
Rank #265 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed 68.8% A+David Kingsley28
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
SC
AL
IL
MC
Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove)
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 20
Rank #41 / 356
Yes
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 96.7% -Deborah Riddell4
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Stroudwater Lodge
SC
AL
IL
Westbrook (Landing Road)
115
Facility 115
ME AVG 20
Rank #6 / 356
Yes
18
Facility 18
ME AVG 31
Rank #240 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 84.3% -Nichole Doyer14
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Avita of Brunswick
SC
AL
MC
Brunswick (Brunswick Station)
75
Facility 75
ME AVG 20
Rank #29 / 356
Yes
20
Facility 20
ME AVG 31
Rank #227 / 422
- 89.3% -Monique Kay Thiboutot20
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Woodlands Memory Care of Bridgton
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Bridgton
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 20
Rank #58 / 356
No
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 31
Rank #290 / 422
Private / Semi-Private Rooms 93.8% -Susan Robbins7
-
Facility -
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 233
Cape Memory Care
SC
AL
MC
RESC
Cape Elizabeth (Scott Dyer Road)
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 20
Rank #32 / 356
No
14
Facility 14
ME AVG 31
Rank #261 / 422
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms 90.3% -Amanda Allen47
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #90 / 233
Osher Inn At the Cedars
SC
AL
Portland (North Deering)
30
Facility 30
ME AVG 20
Rank #75 / 356
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed--Katharine O\'Neill13-
Phillips-Strickland House
SC
IL
Bangor (Stetson Square)
48
Facility 48
ME AVG 20
Rank #58 / 356
No
84
Facility 84
ME AVG 31
Rank #20 / 422
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed 87.5% -Sheldon Clyde Brett18
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 3
Rank #90 / 233
Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Portland (North Deering)
102
Facility 102
ME AVG 20
Rank #12 / 356
No
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
Private Rooms 78.6% ----
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Overview of Sewall Street Home

Live without worries at Sewall Street Home, a distinct community in Island Falls, ME, that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive top-notch care for their daily living activities and personal needs around the clock. The community also promotes a nurturing environment, ensuring residents feel at ease during their stay.

Promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle, engaging programs and exciting events are conducted based on residents’ interests. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With medication reminders, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Residents can spend their golden years without worries with the community’s well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Bolster Heights Residential Care

Bolster Heights boasts an efficient rehabilitative approach to skilled nursing and rehab to enhance their quality of life. They have a team of well-trained care staff who deliver a multidisciplinary approach to nursing when providing tailored care– ensuring service with compassion, kindness, and professionalism.

As a member of the Central Maine Medical Center, Bolster Heights specializes in long-term care, transitional/post-acute care; along with services such as transportation, housekeeping, and laundry– to name a few of the features that residents from both living options get unlimited access to.

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Overview of The Mooring on Foreside

Set in the peaceful woods of Route One, Cumberland Foreside, ME, The Mooring on Foreside is an idyllic senior living community focusing on memory care. Focusing on seniors’ needs and interests, the community features well-thought-of and homey residences for better comfort and familiarity. The Mooring on Foreside prides itself on a team of detail-oriented and specially trained professionals delivering care and assistance that best-fit seniors’ preferences.

To avoid confusion and stress, the community conducts carefully curated stimulating programs and enriching activities for residents’ leisure and wellness. The community’s meticulous design are well-recognized, receiving various awards including the International Interior Design Association’s Global Excellence Awards. With its well-lit and friendly spaces, The Mooring on Foreside strives to provide a haven for seniors to keep their dignity and cherish every moment of their independence.

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Overview of One Willow Manor

Introducing One Willow Manor, a senior community conveniently nestled within the heart of Downtown South Portland, Maine. This assisted living community caters to various service types, including Independent Living and Retirement Home options. In addition, their compassionate team extends round-the-clock support for activities of daily living, encompassing personal care and medication management. Conveniently situated in close proximity to retail shopping, places of worship, medical services, and a plethora of local amenities, One Willow Manor truly enriches the lives of its residents.

Numerous churches stand within a four-mile radius, and an abundance of drug stores are situated within a mile of the facility. Notably, the community is strategically positioned just 1.28 miles away from Mercy Hospital, further ensuring residents’ peace of mind regarding medical care. Within the nurturing environment of One Willow Manor, residents are presented with a diverse array of living arrangements. This unique approach empowers each individual to select the precise level of care and assistance suited to their distinct requirements. This adaptable framework enables senior adults to preserve their autonomy and self-sufficiency, all the while taking solace in the assurance that assistance is perpetually accessible if needed.

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Overview of Pinecrest Apartments

Located in a lively and practical setting, Pinecrest Apartments in Lewiston, ME, provides residents with an excellent assisted living experience. A comfortable lifestyle with convenient access to amenities and services is available to residents. Plenty of healthcare providers nearby the community, including six hospitals, 45 doctors, and 11 pharmacies, provide residents easy access to medical care when needed. With so many restaurants in the area, the community is ideal for seniors who enjoy going out to eat while its proximity to two parks makes it ideal for leisurely walks and picnics for nature enthusiasts.

Pinecrest Apartments promotes happy, healthy living by establishing an environment that offers seniors daily convenience, comfort, and stimulating experiences. With a variety of facilities, including theaters for amusement, houses of worship for spiritual enlightenment, and easy access to transit, residents can preserve their independence and take part in an active social life.

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Overview of Androscoggin Down-Support Solutions

Experience high-quality living at Androscoggin Down- Support Solutions is an exceptional community surrounded by thriving local amenities in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, the community provides top-notch support for their daily living activities 24/7. Residents are assured of taking their medicines as prescribed, as medication management is also provided.

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 welcoming environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.

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Overview of Stevens Square at Baxter Woods

Peacefully set near Mayor Baxter Woods in Portland, ME, Stevens Square at Baxter Woods is a distinguished 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- to three-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also enjoy a hassle-free living with a variety of convenient local amenities and maintenance services.

Cozy communal spaces and wellness opportunities are available, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. With multiple dining venues, residents have the finest dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. The community has plenty of state-of-the-art amenities where residents can relax and have the finest retirement experience.

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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 Allison Avenue

Peacefully nestled near North Deering Park in Portland, ME, Allison Avenue is a distinct community that offers assisted living. With a compassionate and highly skilled team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities and household chores. An emergency alert system and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring residents’ safety.

A variety of engaging activities and light exercises are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents can also travel conveniently and safely with transportation services and parking spaces. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its well-maintained amenities and exceptional services.

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Overview of Hfp Grace House

Live a worry-free retirement at Hfp Grace House, a distinguished community in Lewiston, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ welfare, top-tier support tailored to residents’ daily living activities is provided around the clock. The community also helps with cleaning, laundry, and other household chores to ensure residents have a hassle-free living.

Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a well-thought-out calendar of exciting events and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions as medication management is also provided. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.

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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.