Page 3 of Best Memory Care in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 73 memory care providers in ME using ME Dept. of Health & Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care 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. 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. 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Westgate Manor
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Bangor
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 53
Rank #19 / 56
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 37
Rank #39 / 66
-
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #10 / 44
A-Brenda Pierce10
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #34 / 40
18
Facility 18
ME AVG 3
Rank #36 / 40
1.8
Facility 1.8
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #37 / 40
Clover Health Care
MC
AL
IL
NH
Auburn
109
Facility 109
ME AVG 53
Rank #4 / 56
Yes
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 37
Rank #24 / 66
Private Rooms-A+Kevin Hachey25
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #40 / 40
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 3
Rank #40 / 40
2.2
Facility 2.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #40 / 40
Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth
MC
AL
Ellsworth
60
Facility 60
ME AVG 53
Rank #20 / 56
No
69
Facility 69
ME AVG 37
Rank #8 / 66
-
46.7%
Facility 46.7%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #42 / 44
-Maria Ream2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #15 / 40
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #17 / 40
1.0
Facility 1.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #19 / 40
Atlantic Shores
MC
AL
HOS
IL
NH
SNF
Harrington
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 53
Rank #48 / 56
Yes--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #1 / 44
-Jeffrey M. Strout1
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 40
0
Facility 0
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 40
0.0
Facility 0.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 40
Assisted Living Household at the Cedars
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Portland (Back Cove)
44
Facility 44
ME AVG 53
Rank #34 / 56
No
87
Facility 87
ME AVG 37
Rank #2 / 66
-
77.3%
Facility 77.3%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #35 / 44
-Katharine O'neill2
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #15 / 40
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 3
Rank #30 / 40
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #26 / 40
Woodlands Senior Living of Hallowell
MC
AL
RESC
Hallowell
51
Facility 51
ME AVG 53
Rank #30 / 56
No
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 37
Rank #60 / 66
-
92.2%
Facility 92.2%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #20 / 44
-Flor Merritt1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #15 / 40
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #17 / 40
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #23 / 40
Park Residences of Waterville
MC
AL
IL
Waterville
38
Facility 38
ME AVG 53
Rank #36 / 56
No
15
Facility 15
ME AVG 37
Rank #49 / 66
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #14 / 44
-Renee Hanscom2
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #32 / 40
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 3
Rank #33 / 40
3.5
Facility 3.5
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #31 / 40
The Grande At South Portland
MC
AL
RC
South Portland
52
Facility 52
ME AVG 53
Rank #29 / 56
Yes
32
Facility 32
ME AVG 37
Rank #34 / 66
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40.4%
Facility 40.4%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #43 / 44
-Caitlin Marsanskis3
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #34 / 40
12
Facility 12
ME AVG 3
Rank #34 / 40
4.0
Facility 4.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #32 / 40
Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough
MC
AL
NH
RESC
RC
SNF
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
120
Facility 120
ME AVG 53
Rank #3 / 56
No
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 37
Rank #28 / 66
-
93.3%
Facility 93.3%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #17 / 44
-Patricia Nutting11390.8
Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living
MC
AL
HOS
NH
SNF
Broadway Bangor
103
Facility 103
ME AVG 53
Rank #35 / 56
No
95
Facility 95
ME AVG 37
Rank #1 / 66
-
37.9%
Facility 37.9%
ME AVG 85.3%
Rank #9 / 44
-Janet Edgecomb19
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 40
38
Facility 38
ME AVG 3
Rank #1 / 40
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #1 / 40

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other ME memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 73 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Westgate Manor

Nearly three decades in Bangor, Maine, and Westgate Manor is running close to full: 98.3% occupancy across its 65 beds. The single-story building covers about as many care types as a facility can, skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, hospice, palliative care, residential care, and respite care, all under one roof. The Walk Score here is 23, deep in car-dependent territory, so most trips off the property mean driving.

Rehabilitation is where the clinical focus really shows. Sub-acute rehabilitation and orthopedic transition services are both available, aimed at residents working back toward independence after surgery or a serious health event. The care team draws on physical therapy, occupational therapy, and respiratory therapy staff, a multidisciplinary setup that matters most for residents whose recovery touches more than one area at once.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted, which widens how families can cover a stay here. Rebecca Lopiansky owns the property.

Between 27 years of operating history, near-full occupancy, and a care model built around multiple therapy disciplines working together, Westgate Manor reads as an established, rehabilitation-focused nursing home built for residents navigating recovery alongside longer-term care needs.

Contact Westgate Manor

Overview of Clover Health Care

Clover Health Care specializes in delivering personalized services tailored to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. Offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing care, the staff delivers a heartfelt resident-centered approach to care; they strive to help seniors and adults thrive in the comfort of their own homes. With over 40 years of experience, expect Clover Health Care to help achieve your goals and holistic needs.

Their all-inclusive amenities include daily delicious and nutritious meals by a chef, weekly housekeeping and laundry, transportation to and from, specialized programs, social gatherings, and educational activities.

Contact Clover Health Care

Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth provides assisted living and memory care in Ellsworth, ME. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the two care levels can suit a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community has 60 beds and is administered by Maria Ream. A salon and spa, outdoor areas, rehabilitation services, and direct transportation services give residents access to personal care, time outdoors, therapy, and organized transportation without arranging every service independently. These options bring several regular needs into the community.

Dining includes three freshly prepared meals daily, with special dietary accommodations for residents who need meals prepared around specific requirements. Social and recreational activities include arts, music, and gardening, giving residents structured ways to take part in those interests. A Walk Score of 69 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, so some errands can be done on foot; for a resident who no longer drives, nearby errands may sometimes be possible without a car or ride.

Contact Magnolia Assisted Living of Ellsworth

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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Overview of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Portland, ME. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Because these care levels are available within one community, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community or starting over socially. The 44-bed community is smaller in scale, where staff and residents get to know each other, and it may suit someone who prefers a smaller setting. The community opened in 1929.

Rehabilitation services include short-term rehab, giving someone who needs recovery-focused care a temporary stay rather than an ongoing residence. A Walk Score of 87 places the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is administered by Katharine O’neill.

Contact Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

Overview of Woodlands Senior Living of Hallowell

Sitting gracefully in the charming landscape of Hallowell, Maine, Woodlands Senior Living presents a community offering a blend of assisted living and memory care services. Spread across 11 acres of rolling terrain, Woodlands Senior Living boasts a historic and scenic ambiance that resonates with the rich heritage of the region. Constructed in 2006, this community has evolved into a testament of elegant architecture adorned with thoughtfully designed interiors and furnishings.
Every corner of this residence is a testament to grace and comfort, offering residents a vibrant and enriching environment that promotes their well-being and contentment. This haven of care is open to both private pay and MaineCare options, ensuring that residents have the flexibility they need. With a focus on individualized plans of care, a handpicked team of specialists, and round-the-clock availability, residents can rest assured they are in capable and caring hands.

Contact Woodlands Senior Living of Hallowell

Overview of Park Residences of Waterville

At 141 W River Rd in Waterville, Maine, Renee Hanscom administers a 38-bed community offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care under one roof. The two-story building has private and semi-private rooms, and it sits in a car-dependent pocket of town (Walk Score 15). Getting around the neighborhood on foot isn’t really the plan here; most errands call for a drive.

Occupancy tells its own story: 36 of the 38 beds are filled, a 95% rate that points to steady local demand. For a community this size, that’s close to full.

Daily life leans on restaurant-style dining and shared living areas built for conversation and company. Outside, there are landscaped grounds and gardens; inside, a library and an in-house salon and barber shop. Housekeeping, an emergency call system, scheduled transportation, and a regular activities calendar fill out the rest, backed by staff around the clock.

Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services, through its Division of Licensing and Certification, inspects the facility periodically. Those inspections have tended to center on medication management and how well care plans are documented.

Park Residences of Waterville suits a family looking for assisted living or memory care in a smaller, established setting, one where transportation is handled for you and a car in the driveway matters more than a walk down the block.

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Overview of The Grande at South Portland

Settled in the peaceful city of South Portland, ME, The Grande at South Portland is a welcoming senior living community that offers assisted living, and memory care services. This community promotes a balance between luxury senior living and professional care. Spacious accommodations with several floor plans are suited for its residents’ immediate needs. With an expert team of professionals, it offers a Lilac Trace Memory Care for those with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

The community is committed to providing excellent services with an approach to hospitality as it offers professional culinary services, wellness-infused programming, and on-site services and amenities. Residents can also enjoy comprehensive wellness programs and therapeutic services and explore various social activities from scheduled outings to a diverse lifelong learning programs and curated events to foster social interaction. Thus, The Grande at South Portland proudly stands as a premier hospitality-focused community for senior living.

Contact The Grande At South Portland

Overview of Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough

A prestigious senior living community situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough provides a wide array of care options for veterans. These include residential care, memory care, respite care, long-term care, short-term skilled rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy services. A selection of 150 cozy beds await seniors as they move into the serene premises of the community. With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough boasts a team of respectful and qualified professionals providing top-tier care and assistance around the clock.

Feel a sense of camaraderie and lead a meaningful life with stimulating activities and enrichment programs. Enjoy mealtimes at your own pace with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and preferences. With its vibrant setting and friendly environment, Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough strives to provide a haven for veterans to live a glorious retirement.

Contact Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough

Overview of Sylvia Ross Home-Assisted Living

Sylvia Ross Home Assisted Living in Bangor, ME, provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, nursing care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks while the resident keeps an apartment, with studios and one bedroom units available. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Nursing home and long term nursing care support ongoing nursing needs, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, and the range of care levels can suit a resident whose needs change over time without requiring a move to another community. The home has 40 beds, a smaller size that may suit someone who prefers a more intimate community.

Its programs include memory impaired care, skilled rehabilitation, long term nursing care, and outpatient rehabilitation, giving residents access to care focused on memory support, ongoing nursing needs, or rehabilitation. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted for covered or eligible services and residence costs. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 21 minutes per resident per day, representing the amount of daily nursing time assigned per resident, and Janet Edgecomb serves as the administrator.

A Walk Score of 95 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still complete nearby errands independently.

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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 Memory Care in Maine

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maine?

Assisted living in Maine supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Maine Medicaid cover memory care?

Maine Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Maine) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 73 memory care communities in Maine. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.

Memory Care in Maine at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 37/ 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: 53The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Maine. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90