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Best Nursing Homes in Maine

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 34 nursing homes in Maine using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in ME
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification.

19 facilities compared · CMS & ME Dept. of Health data

Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta
NH
AL
MC
RC
Augusta
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 20
Rank #10 / 357
93.1%
Facility 93.1%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #134 / 251
+12%
7.43
Facility 7.43
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #1 / 34
+2%+65%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #1 / 34
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #1 / 34
-102-
7
Facility 7
ME AVG 31
Rank #316 / 422
Maine Veterans' Home
$86.7M
Facility $86.7M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #1 / 40
$16.6M
Facility $16.6M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #1 / 40
19.2%
Facility 19.2%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #39 / 40
205126
Oak Grove Center
NH
HC
MC
RC
Waterville (Cool Street)
90
Facility 90
ME AVG 20
Rank #15 / 357
58.8%
Facility 58.8%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #227 / 251
-29%
3.09
Facility 3.09
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #33 / 34
-8%-31%
$14.1k
Facility $14.1k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #29 / 34
63
Facility 63
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #34 / 34
9.0
Facility 9.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #28 / 34
185-
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 31
Rank #146 / 422
Laura Matones
$10.8M
Facility $10.8M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #14 / 40
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #21 / 40
46%
Facility 46%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #32 / 40
205091
Clover Health Care
NH
AL
IL
MC
Auburn (Minot Avenue)
109
Facility 109
ME AVG 20
Rank #9 / 357
--
4.27
Facility 4.27
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #16 / 34
+38%-5%
$15.3k
Facility $15.3k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #31 / 34
50
Facility 50
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #32 / 34
10.0
Facility 10.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #32 / 34
26A+
47
Facility 47
ME AVG 31
Rank #122 / 422
Joseph Hogan
$19.3M
Facility $19.3M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #7 / 40
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #5 / 40
55.1%
Facility 55.1%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #13 / 40
205063
Orono Commons
NH
AL
HC
MC
PC
RC
Orono
80
Facility 80
ME AVG 20
Rank #22 / 357
94.2%
Facility 94.2%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #129 / 251
+13%
3.20
Facility 3.20
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #31 / 34
+41%-29%
$10.4k
Facility $10.4k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #25 / 34
40
Facility 40
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #26 / 34
10.0
Facility 10.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #32 / 34
172-
11
Facility 11
ME AVG 31
Rank #282 / 422
Genesis Healthcare Of Maine LLC
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #18 / 40
$5.5M
Facility $5.5M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #23 / 40
52.3%
Facility 52.3%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #26 / 40
205031
Eastside Center for Health and Rehabilitation
NH
HC
PC
RC
Bangor (Tree Streets)
69
Facility 69
ME AVG 20
Rank #36 / 357
89.4%
Facility 89.4%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #149 / 251
+8%
3.50
Facility 3.50
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #27 / 34
+20%-22%
$11.2k
Facility $11.2k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #26 / 34
26
Facility 26
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #11 / 34
3.3
Facility 3.3
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #3 / 34
362-
17
Facility 17
ME AVG 31
Rank #242 / 422
Robert Cleaves
$9.2M
Facility $9.2M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #31 / 40
$5.0M
Facility $5.0M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #27 / 40
54.8%
Facility 54.8%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #14 / 40
205106
Mount Joseph at Waterville
NH
HC
IL
NC
PC
Waterville (Highwood Street)
111
Facility 111
ME AVG 20
Rank #7 / 357
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #167 / 251
+4%
5.01
Facility 5.01
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #6 / 34
-29%+11%
$83.0k
Facility $83.0k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #34 / 34
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #30 / 34
12.3
Facility 12.3
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #34 / 34
499A+
36
Facility 36
ME AVG 31
Rank #167 / 422
Bsd Me 26 LLC
$15.0M
Facility $15.0M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #15 / 40
$6.2M
Facility $6.2M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #4 / 40
41.4%
Facility 41.4%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #1 / 40
205120
Brewer Rehab and Living Center
NH
HC
NC
PC
RC
Brewer
111
Facility 111
ME AVG 20
Rank #7 / 357
92.3%
Facility 92.3%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #138 / 251
+11%
4.54
Facility 4.54
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #15 / 34
+18%+1%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
36
Facility 36
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #24 / 34
4.5
Facility 4.5
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #9 / 34
299-
49
Facility 49
ME AVG 31
Rank #113 / 422
Vk Health Facilities, LLC
$17.2M
Facility $17.2M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #10 / 40
$8.8M
Facility $8.8M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #8 / 40
51%
Facility 51%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #5 / 40
205062
Augusta Center for Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HC
NC
PC
RC
Augusta (Mayfair)
72
Facility 72
ME AVG 20
Rank #33 / 357
95.1%
Facility 95.1%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #125 / 251
+14%
3.64
Facility 3.64
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #25 / 34
+9%-19%
$10.1k
Facility $10.1k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #24 / 34
26
Facility 26
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #11 / 34
4.3
Facility 4.3
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #8 / 34
167-
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
Ryan Francis
$9.4M
Facility $9.4M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #30 / 40
$4.7M
Facility $4.7M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #26 / 40
49.8%
Facility 49.8%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #12 / 40
205077
Maine Veterans’ Homes – Scarborough
NH
AL
MC
RC
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
120
Facility 120
ME AVG 20
Rank #5 / 357
92.7%
Facility 92.7%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #135 / 251
+12%
5.63
Facility 5.63
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #3 / 34
+25%+25%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
9
Facility 9
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #2 / 34
3.0
Facility 3.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #1 / 34
-111-
41
Facility 41
ME AVG 31
Rank #146 / 422
Maureen Carland
$86.7M
Facility $86.7M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #1 / 40
$10.9M
Facility $10.9M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #9 / 40
12.5%
Facility 12.5%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #40 / 40
205127
Westgate Manor
NH
AL
HC
MC
NC
PC
RC
Bangor (Union Street)
65
Facility 65
ME AVG 20
Rank #38 / 357
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #117 / 251
+18%
3.99
Facility 3.99
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #20 / 34
+32%-11%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
17
Facility 17
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #4 / 34
5.7
Facility 5.7
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #16 / 34
-63A-
23
Facility 23
ME AVG 31
Rank #208 / 422
Rebecca Lopiansky
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #17 / 40
$6.2M
Facility $6.2M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #24 / 40
55.1%
Facility 55.1%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #31 / 40
205105
Sedgewood Commons
NH
HC
MC
PC
RC
Falmouth (Falmouth Foreside)
91
Facility 91
ME AVG 20
Rank #14 / 357
94.7%
Facility 94.7%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #126 / 251
+14%
3.82
Facility 3.82
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #23 / 34
+23%-15%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
28
Facility 28
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #18 / 34
7.0
Facility 7.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #24 / 34
-84-
13
Facility 13
ME AVG 31
Rank #265 / 422
Jolene Mclean
$11.3M
Facility $11.3M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #16 / 40
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #19 / 40
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #27 / 40
205159
Marshwood Center
NH
HC
PC
RC
Lewiston
108
Facility 108
ME AVG 20
Rank #10 / 357
89.0%
Facility 89.0%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #152 / 251
+7%
3.49
Facility 3.49
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #27 / 34
-2%-22%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
31
Facility 31
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #19 / 34
6.2
Facility 6.2
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #21 / 34
-99-
21
Facility 21
ME AVG 31
Rank #223 / 422
Beth Barends
$13.4M
Facility $13.4M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #11 / 40
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #13 / 40
45.2%
Facility 45.2%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #19 / 40
205072
Gorham House
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Gorham
69
Facility 69
ME AVG 20
Rank #36 / 357
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #190 / 251
-5%
4.79
Facility 4.79
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #10 / 34
+39%+6%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
16
Facility 16
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #3 / 34
4.0
Facility 4.0
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #7 / 34
-61A-
64
Facility 64
ME AVG 31
Rank #63 / 422
Todd Beaulieu
$14.9M
Facility $14.9M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #9 / 40
$8.7M
Facility $8.7M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #10 / 40
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #22 / 40
205166
Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation
NH
HC
PC
RC
Kennebunk (Ross Road)
78
Facility 78
ME AVG 20
Rank #26 / 357
91.3%
Facility 91.3%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #143 / 251
+10%
3.58
Facility 3.58
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #25 / 34
-6%-20%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
32
Facility 32
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #22 / 34
5.3
Facility 5.3
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #14 / 34
-74-
10
Facility 10
ME AVG 31
Rank #290 / 422
Edward Stewart
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #25 / 40
$5.2M
Facility $5.2M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #20 / 40
47.4%
Facility 47.4%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #11 / 40
205095
RiverRidge Center
NH
Kennebunk
62
Facility 62
ME AVG 20
Rank #40 / 357
85.0%
Facility 85.0%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #168 / 251
+2%
3.17
Facility 3.17
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #31 / 34
+12%-30%
$15.3k
Facility $15.3k
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #32 / 34
27
Facility 27
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #16 / 34
5.4
Facility 5.4
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #15 / 34
156-
19
Facility 19
ME AVG 31
Rank #232 / 422
Stephen Doane
$9.4M
Facility $9.4M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #21 / 40
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #22 / 40
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #18 / 40
205065
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Overview of The Atrium at the Cedars

The Atrium at the Cedars is one of the premier homes that has set the standard for a premier independent living, assisted living, and memory care lifestyle. The luxury retirement community offers a definite solution to all your needs, ensuring that comfort and relaxation are prioritized. The trusted choice in Portland strives to be an elegant senior living home that enhances and enriches the lives of its residents.

The Atrium strives to have its residents get back on their feet as soon as possible, which is why they have a range of services offered– in-house licensed nurses available 24/7, an on-site medical director, social activities, and memory care services available.

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Overview of Maine Veterans‘ Homes Augusta

With a commitment to comprehensive care, the Maine Veterans’ Homes Augusta provides 24-hour coverage, as well as on-site medical director and physician services, ensuring the well-being of its residents. As a facility offering assisted living for veterans, it provides a tailored experience that includes various levels of care, reflecting its dedication to serving those who have served our nation. It’s a place where comfort, convenience, and a strong sense of community converge to create an environment that truly feels like home.
Spanning 58 acres, this community offers a variety of amenities including a bank, theater, children’s center, barbershop, spa, and a vibrant community center. Boasting 138 private rooms, Maine Veterans’ Homes Augusta ensures comfort and convenience with amenities like wireless call systems, flat-screen TVs, and Internet access. The communal spaces, including cozy living rooms, inviting dining areas, and a warm fireplace, foster a sense of togetherness. The thoughtful design, featuring open and well-illuminated hallways, ensures that each room connects seamlessly with common areas, creating an ambiance of connection and camaraderie that feels more like a home than a traditional nursing facility. 

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Overview of Chase Point Assisted Living

Chase Point Assisted Living in Damariscotta, Maine is a 24-bed assisted living community at 51 Schooner St, 0.18 miles from MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital. That proximity to acute care is the most practically significant location fact about Chase Point Assisted Living: the hospital is effectively next door, which matters for residents whose care needs carry any medical complexity.

The building is two stories high. Studio units run 350 to 380 square feet, with one-bedrooms sized from 480 to 500. Pets are welcome. Walk Score is 19, so a car or the on-site transportation handles almost everything beyond a short walk.

Ten of 24 beds are occupied, yielding a 42% occupancy rate. Which is to say that the facility has substantial availability.

Services include 24-hour staffing, nursing services, rehabilitation services, and respite care. Safety features are comprehensive: nursing supervision, resident call systems, 24-hour security, fire and emergency systems, and backup generators.

Wanda L. Wilcox is the administrator. The facility holds an Assisted Living Program license from the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.

A small assisted living community in coastal midcoast Maine with immediate hospital adjacency, open availability, and a full safety infrastructure: that is the factual picture of what Chase Point offers and who it is positioned to serve.

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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.

Contact The Cedars Portland

Overview of Oak Grove Center

Oak Grove Center in Waterville, Maine offers a range of services from post-hospital short-term rehabilitation to long-term and respite care. The center warmly accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and various private insurance options. This VA contracted facility also received an AHCA Silver Quality Award recognition.

The center’s holistic approach encompasses pain management, case management, and discharge planning, while personalized treatment plans, medication management, and specialized care such as podiatry, wound care, and dementia care contribute to a comprehensive wellness strategy. Beyond their exceptional medical services, Oak Grove Center offers a range of amenities, from an inviting beauty salon and barber services to lush gardens and courtyards that provide serene outdoor spaces for seniors to enjoy.

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Overview of Fifty Eight Sargent Avenue

Residing in a quiet area in Lewiston, ME, Fifty Eight Sargent Avenue is a warm and welcoming senior living community designed to offer excellent assisted living services. The community offers an array of supportive and care services tailored to residents’ individual requirements and preferences, making sure their needs are met accordingly. Conveniently positioned near medical facilities and local attractions, the community provides residents easy access to various entertainment options and excellent medical services should they need it.

Residents here enjoy plenty of perks, including a full schedule of social, educational and entertaining activities that encourage meaningful connections and enrichment. A reliable medical team is available when needed, providing residents with utmost peace of mind. At Fifty Eight Sargent Avenue, residents find more than just a place for their retirement but plenty of opportunities to make new and lasting connections and memories.

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Overview of Orono Commons

A member of the Genesis Healthcare Center, Orono Commons is the home for residents who seek to relax and recover. Specializing in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, the multi-awarded community provides professional and compassionate service for its residents. Orono Commons cultivates the holistic needs of its residents in a home-like setting. 
The services are multidisciplinary for both skilled nursing and rehabilitation– focusing on post-surgical care, on-site therapy (physical, occupational, speech), strength conditioning, mobility improvement; colostomy care, dementia care, pain management, wound care; and medical professionals are on-call– medical directors, nurse practitioners, and physicians. 

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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 Ohi-Three Hudson Street

Situated in the neighborhood of Bangor, ME, Ohi-Three Hudson Street is a one of a kind senior living community, offering assisted living services to residents who can benefit from added care and support. The community features a team of caregivers who are trained to offer compassionate support with daily living activities and fulfill other basic caregiving tasks that help residents live with utmost comfort and peace of mind. Residents here enjoy beautifully-appointed accommodations surrounded with the safety provided by a 24-hour awake personnel.

Making sure residents enjoy a fulfilling everyday life, the community offers an array of activities, including music treatment, animal therapy, board games, and outside relaxation. Delicious and nutritious meals are also offered with accommodations for residents’ special dietary requirements. Here, residents are only met with the services that best work for them, helping them thrive and live fully

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Overview of Martin Drive

Set in the neighborhood of Lewiston, Maine, Martin Drive is an intimate senior living community designed to foster a home-like environment for assisted living. The community provides its residents with compassionate assistance with their daily living activities to make their retirement as comfortable as possible. Carefully designed accommodations are also offered to give residents a serene space for relaxing and resting.

Free from the stress of cooking, cleaning, or other home upkeep tasks, residents can devote more of their time towards more fulfilling activities and goals. Three daily home-cooked meals are carefully prepared with residents’ unique nutritional needs in mind, guaranteeing a delectable dining experience. Here, residents can fully enjoy their retirement life free from hassles and worries.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Maine

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maine?

Assisted living in Maine is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Maine Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Maine Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 34 nursing homes in Maine. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home 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 nursing homes 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.