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Best Nursing Homes in Portland, ME

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 5 nursing homes in Portland, ME 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: 3.7/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Portland, ME. 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 Portland, ME. 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: 3.3/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Portland, ME. 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.

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

Lunder Memory Care at The Cedars
NH
AL
MC
Portland (North Deering)
102
Facility 102
ME AVG 20
Rank #12 / 357
62.4%
Facility 62.4%
ME AVG 83.1%
Rank #225 / 251
-25%
4.91
Facility 4.91
ME AVG 4.50
Rank #8 / 34
+40%+9%
$0
Facility $0
ME AVG $26.4k
Rank #1 / 34
26
Facility 26
ME AVG 28.5
Rank #11 / 34
5.2
Facility 5.2
ME AVG 5.9
Rank #12 / 34
-80-
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 31
Rank #89 / 422
Jha Services, Inc
$12.1M
Facility $12.1M
ME AVG $16.9M
Rank #13 / 40
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
ME AVG $4.7M
Rank #18 / 40
67%
Facility 67%
ME AVG 37.8%
Rank #29 / 40
205003
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
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
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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Overview of Lunder Memory Care at the Cedars

While conditions such as Alzheimer’s and dementia come with a considerable amount of challenges with everyday life, a diagnosis doesn’t mean you can’t lead a fulfilling life anymore. Understanding and building upon this, The Lunder Memory Care Household at Sam L. Cohen Households, a memory care facility at The Cedars in Portland, Maine, offers a secure and comfortable environment needed for memory care communities.

Ensuring that each resident receives personalized wellness programs that account for changing abilities and needs, The Cedars’ compassionate and professional staff offers the exact support that each resident deserves. Living arrangements are made safe, cozy, and respectful of privacy, while also providing spaces for socialization to foster a warm sense of community.

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Overview of Sedgewood Commons

Enjoy the beautiful and serene spaces of Sedgewood Commons, an exceptional senior living community located in the quiet neighborhood of Northbrook Drive, Falmouth, ME, that focuses on memory care. With private and semi-private residences available for seniors’ comfort and convenience, the community strives to provide a haven for a glorious retirement. Sedgewood Commons doubles its efforts to provide top-tier care and assistance to ensure residents live with confidence and reach their full potential.

Mingle with the community through engaging activities and fun programs; and utilize the meticulously designed for leisure and wellness. Moreover, the community prepares delectable and healthy meals to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Sedgewood Commons is a safe place for seniors who want to optimize their freedom while receiving exceptional care for their special needs with its incredible amenities.

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Overview of Assisted Living Household at the Cedars

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.

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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

Portland Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $4,690,104.54 (Maine avg: $4,679,595.58)
  • Avg home costs: $7,531,964.08 (Maine avg: $6,299,057.58)
  • Avg occupancy: 67.60% (Maine avg: 86.33%)
  • Avg bed count: 94 (Maine avg: 92)
  • Avg home revenue: $13,072,542.46 (Maine avg: $15,232,051.39)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • MARQUIS MILL PARK: 85.97% occupancy, 72 beds, $23,840,791.00 home revenue, $4,508,937.00 payroll costs, $7,739,230.00 home costs.
  • MARQUIS VERMONT HILLS: 64.52% occupancy, 73 beds, $10,086,310.00 home revenue, $2,693,650.00 payroll costs, $4,007,658.00 home costs.
  • MARQUIS MT TABOR: 51.67% occupancy, 102 beds, $16,407,882.00 home revenue, $4,421,472.00 payroll costs, $7,966,583.00 home costs.
  • MENLO PARK HEALTH CARE: 82.89% occupancy, 83 beds, $13,666,149.00 home revenue, $4,594,915.00 payroll costs, $6,375,183.00 home costs.
  • PORTLAND HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER: 46.00% occupancy, 57 beds, $7,614,069.00 home revenue, $3,647,512.00 payroll costs, $5,565,161.00 home costs.
  • WEST HILLS CONVALESCENT CENTER L.P.: 49.61% occupancy, 180 beds, $17,016,942.00 home revenue, $6,795,813.00 payroll costs, $10,174,966.00 home costs.
  • MARQUIS CENTENNIAL POST ACUTE REHAB: 71.50% occupancy, 80 beds, $14,600,965.00 home revenue, $4,307,724.00 payroll costs, $5,540,919.00 home costs.
  • MARQUIS PIEDMONT POST ACUTE REHAB: 60.86% occupancy, 150 beds, $12,615,955.00 home revenue, $5,526,998.00 payroll costs, $6,366,732.00 home costs.
View Chart Data Table
MetricPortlandMaine
Avg payroll costs$4,690,104.54$4,679,595.58
Avg home costs$7,531,964.08$6,299,057.58
Avg occupancy67.60%86.33%
Avg bed count9492
Avg home revenue$13,072,542.46$15,232,051.39
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
MARQUIS MILL PARK85.97%72$23,840,791.00$4,508,937.00$7,739,230.0052.16%7.71%40.13%
MARQUIS VERMONT HILLS64.52%73$10,086,310.00$2,693,650.00$4,007,658.0035.13%39.14%25.73%
MARQUIS MT TABOR51.67%102$16,407,882.00$4,421,472.00$7,966,583.004.25%71.06%24.69%
MENLO PARK HEALTH CARE82.89%83$13,666,149.00$4,594,915.00$6,375,183.003.46%85.18%11.36%
PORTLAND HEALTH AND REHAB CENTER46.00%57$7,614,069.00$3,647,512.00$5,565,161.004.98%60.56%34.46%
WEST HILLS CONVALESCENT CENTER L.P.49.61%180$17,016,942.00$6,795,813.00$10,174,966.0010.83%64.66%24.51%
MARQUIS CENTENNIAL POST ACUTE REHAB71.50%80$14,600,965.00$4,307,724.00$5,540,919.0015.83%57.79%26.38%
MARQUIS PIEDMONT POST ACUTE REHAB60.86%150$12,615,955.00$5,526,998.00$6,366,732.003.73%23.43%72.84%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Portland, ME

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 5 nursing homes in Portland, ME. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Portland, ME?

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 Portland, ME, 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 Portland, ME?

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.