
Compare Memory Care around Portland (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.
| Avita of Stroudwater | MC ADC AL IL | 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 Hoppe | 21 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 304 | -
Facility
-
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 233 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 233 |
| Scarborough Terrace | MC AL | 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 Kingsley | 28 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 304 | -
Facility
-
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 233 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 233 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth | MC AL IL | 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 Riddell | 4 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 304 | -
Facility
-
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 233 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 233 |
| Cape Memory Care | MC AL 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 Allen | 47 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 304 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
3
Rank
#90 / 233 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 233 |
| Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars | MC AL IL 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% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fallbrook Woods | MC AL RESC | Portland (North Deering) | 56
Facility
56
ME AVG
20
Rank
#47 / 356 | No |
43
Facility
43
ME AVG
31
Rank
#140 / 422 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 83.9% | - | Mark Jacobs | 23 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#1 / 304 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
3
Rank
#163 / 233 | 0.2
Facility
0.2
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#119 / 233 |
| Gorham House | MC AL IL NH RC SNF | Gorham | 69
Facility
69
ME AVG
20
Rank
#35 / 356 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
31
Rank
#63 / 422 | Private Rooms | 88.1% | A- | - | 4 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#292 / 304 | 16
Facility
16
ME AVG
3
Rank
#225 / 233 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#228 / 233 |
| Sedgewood Commons | MC HOS NH PC RC SNF | Falmouth (Falmouth Foreside) | 91
Facility
91
ME AVG
20
Rank
#14 / 356 | No |
13
Facility
13
ME AVG
31
Rank
#265 / 422 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 92.1% | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Portland Center for Assisted Living | MC AL HOS RC | Portland (Back Cove) | 170
Facility
170
ME AVG
20
Rank
#3 / 356 | No |
87
Facility
87
ME AVG
31
Rank
#14 / 422 | - | 92.4% | - | Karen Lynn Dodd | 114 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#260 / 304 | 13
Facility
13
ME AVG
3
Rank
#221 / 233 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#91 / 233 |
| The Cedars Portland | MC AL IL NH SNF | Portland (North Deering) | - | No |
49
Facility
49
ME AVG
31
Rank
#113 / 422 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | - | 5 | 5
Facility
5
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#297 / 304 | 26
Facility
26
ME AVG
3
Rank
#230 / 233 | 5.2
Facility
5.2
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#230 / 233 |
| Assisted Living Household at the Cedars | MC AL IL NH SNF | Portland (Back Cove) | 44
Facility
44
ME AVG
20
Rank
#61 / 356 | No |
87
Facility
87
ME AVG
31
Rank
#14 / 422 | - | 77.3% | - | Katharine O'neill | 4 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
0.4
Rank
#260 / 304 | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
3
Rank
#189 / 233 | 1.5
Facility
1.5
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#217 / 233 |
Assisted Living Household at the Cedars is a 44-bed assisted living community located at 650 Ocean Avenue in Portland, Maine. Serving older adults in Cumberland County, the facility operates as part of a nonprofit retirement community offering a continuum of care that includes independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing.
The community currently maintains a 77% occupancy rate, with 34 of its 44 beds filled. This is below the Maine state average of 83.1%. Current figures indicate that the facility has available capacity to accommodate new admissions.
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification, has conducted four inspections at this facility, which is below the state average of 10. An April 23, 2024, survey identified deficiencies involving missing consent forms, unclean refrigerators, bathrooms lacking call bells, and water temperatures exceeding allowed limits. A follow-up inspection on May 29, 2024, found the facility in substantial compliance with zero deficiencies. No fines, enforcement actions, or substantiated complaints appear in the records.
On-site services include rehabilitation, short-term rehab, and skilled nursing care. The facility operates under a nonprofit structure and a person-centered care model within the broader campus. Staffing ratios, payment options, and specific amenity counts are not publicly reported in the source data, so families should request this information during a tour.
This community suits families seeking assisted living within a nonprofit continuum-of-care campus. Families evaluating Assisted Living Household at the Cedars should confirm current Medicaid and payment options and verify staffing levels directly with the facility before making a placement decision.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 Portland, ME
What is the average cost of memory care in Portland, ME?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Portland, ME is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Portland, ME?
Memory care in Portland, ME typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Portland, ME?
Memory care communities in Portland, ME typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
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 11 memory care communities in Portland, ME. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.










