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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

Compare Nursing Homes around Maine

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 Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation

Kennebunk Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a nursing home in Kennebunk, ME, offering rehabilitation, respite care, skilled nursing, palliative, and hospice care. Dedicated to older adults’ comfort and healing, the community continuously promotes a supportive and welcoming environment. Three healthy meals daily, 24-hour care, and therapies are also offered, ensuring residents can focus on their recovery. Through a resident-centered approach, the community doubles its efforts to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Arts and crafts, exercises, and pet therapy provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and gain meaningful experiences. A barber & beauty shop, a family room, and a spacious courtyard are among the state-of-the-art amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated in the tree-lined neighborhood of Kennebunk, the community ensures residents have a stress-free retirement. This nursing home provides exceptional standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Maine.

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Overview of Riverridge Center

Riverridge Center is a nursing home in Kennebunk, ME, offering long-term care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The community also promotes a warm and nurturing environment, ensuring older adults are well-cared for during their stay. 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and therapies are among the excellent services provided for residents’ unique needs and preferences. Following a holistic approach to care, the community provides care plans dedicated to their rehabilitation and recovery.

Light exercises, pet therapy, and recreational activities encourage residents to stay active and make friends. Spacious common areas and thoughtfully curated amenities are also available, so residents can rest and move around comfortably. Residents also experience a laid-back retirement, as it is beautifully located near the Mousam River in Kennebunk. Providing top-notch services and amenities, this nursing home is undoubtedly a good option for senior living in Maine.

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Overview of Gorham House

Gorham House is a hidden gem nestled in the peaceful town of Gorham, Maine. This exceptional residence offers a range of services to meet the unique needs of seniors, including assisted living homes, nursing home care, and memory care living. With a commitment to excellence, Gorham House ensures that residents receive the highest quality of care and support.

From weekly housekeeping services to convenient transportation options, Gorham House strives to create a worry-free lifestyle for residents. With fully staffed LPNs and RNs available 24 hours a day, the nursing home care provided is of the utmost quality. Gorham House has built a reputation for its dedication to nursing home quality measures, ensuring that residents receive top-notch care that exceeds industry standards. The home also offers a variety of floor plans to suit the preferences and requirements of residents. Whether it’s independent living, assisted living, or specialized memory care, seniors can find a living space that meets their specific needs and desires.

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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.