Page 4 of Best Memory Care in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 66 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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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. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
Apple Ridge
MC
AL
Bowdoin
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No
8
Facility 8
ME AVG 36
Rank #302 / 357
Private / Shared Rooms
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #236 / 239
-Robin E. Boggs1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Magnolia Assisted Living – Tall Pines Building 2
MC
AL
Belfast
53
Facility 53
ME AVG 20
Rank #51 / 356
No
71
Facility 71
ME AVG 36
Rank #48 / 357
-
52.8%
Facility 52.8%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #218 / 239
-Sara Jordan5
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #227 / 237
34
Facility 34
ME AVG 3
Rank #236 / 237
6.8
Facility 6.8
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #227 / 237
The Mooring on Foreside
MC
AL
Cumberland Foreside
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 20
Rank #100 / 356
Yes-Private Room
76.9%
Facility 76.9%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #184 / 239
-Brittany Tanguay1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 3
Rank #161 / 237
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #185 / 237
Bedside Manor
MC
ADC
RC
Oakland
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 20
Rank #103 / 356
No
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 36
Rank #262 / 357
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
80.0%
Facility 80.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #174 / 239
-Julianne Benecke1
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
Westgate Manor
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Bangor
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 20
Rank #37 / 356
No
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 36
Rank #206 / 357
-
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #115 / 239
A--3
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #227 / 237
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 3
Rank #231 / 237
5.3
Facility 5.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #222 / 237
Comfort Care
MC
AL
NH
SNF
Street. Lincoln
3
Facility 3
ME AVG 20
Rank #246 / 356
No--
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #1 / 239
-Sheri Murphy1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #129 / 237
2.0
Facility 2.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #159 / 237
The Heron House
MC
AL
Cumberland Foreside
24
Facility 24
ME AVG 20
Rank #90 / 356
Yes-Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
ME AVG 87.5%
Rank #154 / 239
-Ron Lessard1
1
Facility 1
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #98 / 237
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 3
Rank #204 / 237
6.0
Facility 6.0
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #224 / 237
Clover Health Care
MC
AL
IL
NH
Auburn
109
Facility 109
ME AVG 20
Rank #9 / 356
Yes
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 36
Rank #122 / 357
Private Rooms-A+-6
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #237 / 237
76
Facility 76
ME AVG 3
Rank #237 / 237
12.7
Facility 12.7
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #237 / 237
Sentry Hill at York Harbor
MC
AL
IL
RC
York (York Harbor)
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 20
Rank #49 / 356
No
35
Facility 35
ME AVG 36
Rank #170 / 357
---Sara Ann Johnson1
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
The Cedars Portland
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Portland (North Deering)
-No
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 36
Rank #113 / 357
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+-5
5
Facility 5
ME AVG 0.8
Rank #236 / 237
26
Facility 26
ME AVG 3
Rank #235 / 237
5.2
Facility 5.2
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #221 / 237

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every ME community we track that reports that metric, not just the 66 on this page.

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Overview of Apple Ridge

Spend a blissful retirement at Apple Ridge, a friendly retreat in Bowdoin, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, a competent and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.

Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.

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Overview of Magnolia Assisted Living – Tall Pines Building 2

Magnolia Assisted Living – Tall Pines Building 2 is a 53-bed nursing home located on Martin Lane in Belfast, Maine. The facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay to cover resident care costs. The surrounding neighborhood is highly walkable, allowing visitors to take care of most errands on foot.

The building currently operates at 53 percent occupancy, with 28 residents living on campus. The average length of stay is 78 days, showing that the daily routine accommodates both short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care. The facility maintains 24-hour staffing to assist with daily medical needs. On the operational side, state inspections have previously reviewed documentation, medication administration procedures, and staff training protocols, and the management team has used corrective actions to address any findings.

For daily routines, residents receive three prepared meals a day with dietary accommodations, along with access to refreshments around the clock. Rooms come furnished with flat-screen televisions, and the facility handles all housekeeping and laundry chores. The property also utilizes secured spaces and electronic safety systems to monitor the building.

Prospective representatives researching local nursing care options can find open beds and flexible intake timelines due to the current occupancy level. To learn more about current availability or insurance eligibility, the intake team can assist with coordinating details or setting up a time to view the campus.

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Overview of The Mooring on Foreside

Located in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, The Mooring on Foreside is an assisted living community, offering personal care. With a single-story setting, it features pet-friendly private accommodations. The community currently maintains a 77% occupancy rate, with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants providing daily support.

While the surrounding area is highly car-dependent, its quiet rural location may still appeal to families seeking a peaceful environment with a smaller residential community.

State inspections in Maine have also reviewed the community’s maintenance and sanitation practices, including equipment upkeep and environmental standards. Interested families are also advised to discuss how these areas are currently managed during a tour.

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Overview of Bedside Manor

Tucked in the heart of Oakland, Maine, Bedside Manor provides a haven of beautiful experiences tailored to the unique needs of its residents. Recognizing that these conditions impact not only the individuals but also their loved ones, Bedside Manor goes the extra mile to foster open communication with families, creating an environment that’s far from institutional. This secure home ensures the safety and well-being of its residents while maintaining a homelike ambiance that brings a sense of familiarity and tranquility.

Personalized attention and nursing services are the cornerstone of their approach, ensuring that each resident’s needs are met with the utmost care and consideration. Beyond their commitment to exceptional care, Bedside Manor also offers a range of creative activities, occasional outings, salon services, meal services, and outdoor areas that make life truly enjoyable. For those seeking a nurturing, memory care facility, Bedside Manor stands as a testament to the power of compassion, engagement, and creating a place that truly feels like home.

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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.

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Overview of Comfort Care

Experience a better quality of life at Comfort Care, a distinct community in Lincoln, ME, offering assisted living. The community is committed to improving residents’ welfare, providing exceptional support for 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.

Here, residents can spend their days as they please with a well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community continuously promotes a nurturing and welcoming environment, ensuring residents make the most of their best years.

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Overview of The Heron House

On Route 1 in Cumberland Foreside, Maine, The Heron House is a single-story, 24-bed assisted living and memory care community sitting at 88% occupancy. 21 of its 24 beds are currently filled. It offers residents both private and semi-private rooms. Pets are welcome.

The service model is residential in character; home-cooked meals are served thrice daily. While regular housekeeping, laundry, and social programming are part of the standard offering. An on-site beauty salon rounds out the day-to-day amenities.
In-home physician services and in-home rehabilitation are available, meaning residents do not necessarily need to leave the building for basic medical and therapy needs. Licensed nurses and CNAs staff the facility around the clock, with short-term rehab and respite care also on the service list.

The Walk Score is 1 out of a hundred. There are no errands that can be done on foot; this address requires a car for everything.

State inspections by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification have tended to focus on infection prevention and control, dietary and food service, and housekeeping and upkeep.

A small, residential-model assisted living and memory care community in coastal Cumberland County: high occupancy, home-style operations, and a service stack that keeps most routine care in-house.

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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.

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Overview of Sentry Hill at York Harbor

Sentry Hill at York Harbor is an excellent senior living community, settled in York, ME, offering various senior living options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. Residents experience a worry-free lifestyle with on-site maintenance personnel, monthly housekeeping and free laundry rooms being offered. The community features comfortable and spacious private and semi-private suites, providing comfortable living spaces that match residents’ unique needs.

The community is dedicated to providing its residents with a meaningful lifestyle through a well-curated calendar of activities, enrichment programs, and plentiful amenities. Emergency call systems and 24/7 professional team members are available to make sure residents have access to assistance when they need it. Residents enjoy the convenience of transportation services, laundry, and housekeeping services to ensure residents have plenty of free time for relaxation and enjoyment.

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Overview of The Cedars Portland

Located in the bright and peaceful residential area of Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME, The Cedars goes above and beyond to deliver assisted living, independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term rehabilitation for residents to have the finest retirement. The community values residents’ privacy, providing a wide selection of cozy and well-designed floor plans to foster comfort and familiarity. With its long history of exceptional care and assistance since 1929, The Cedars continuously provides a safe place for residents to flourish and experience meaningful things.

Combining the utmost comfort and medical expertise, the community ensures residents’ needs and aspirations are well-cared for. As a non-profit community, The Cedars strives to provide accessible and up-to-date care to enjoy every moment of their best 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 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 66 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.