Overview of Atrium at Cedars

Atrium at Cedars is a distinguished assisted living community nestled in the heart of South Portland, Maine. Within The Atrium’s Independent Living option, residents are immersed in a life of opulence and comfort, prioritizing holistic well-being and personal growth. This harmonious setting fosters a dynamic social environment, where friendships flourish and engaging activities abound.

Atrium at Cedars presents elegantly appointed one and two-bedroom apartments, graced with an array of anticipated amenities. Common areas offer residents tranquil spaces for moments of relaxation and connection. This community provides spacious apartment homes featuring screened porches, delightful fine and casual dining choices, a swimming pool, a well-equipped fitness room, an entertaining movie theater, and a soothing spa, collectively enhancing their daily life. Furthermore, this assisted living community provides access to an encompassing range of specialized senior healthcare services, instilling residents with the assurance and tranquility they rightly deserve.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 54 / 100 Rank #89 / 357Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 89th out of 357 homes we track in Maine for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Maine facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Maine that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Awards

AJAS Innovation Igniter Award

License Details

AccreditationsLeadingAge

Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesSecurity and safety services available.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Salon
Spa
Patio
Housekeeping
Activities
Wellness Programarts, outdoors, intergenerational connections
Specific ProgramsCommunity Day Programs, Health Services
Religious Services
Volunteer Program

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Atrium At Cedars

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Atrium At Cedars, independent living in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment layout
Atrium At Cedars, independent living in Portland, ME — Floor plan of an apartment in a senior living facility
Atrium At Cedars, independent living in Portland, ME — Floor plan layout of a senior living apartment
Atrium At Cedars, independent living in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a senior living apartment layout
Osher Inn At the Cedars, memory care in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a senior living unit layout
Osher Inn At the Cedars, memory care in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a studio apartment layout
Atrium At Cedars, independent living in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a senior living apartment layout
Osher Inn At the Cedars, memory care in Portland, ME — Floor plan of a senior living apartment layout

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Atrium At Cedars's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
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.
One Willow Manor
IL
AL
South Portland (Ferry Village)
6
Facility 6
ME AVG 20
Rank #133 / 356
No
43
Facility 43
ME AVG 36
Rank #140 / 357
Private Rooms 33.3% -Orane Walsh7
2
Facility 2
ME AVG 3
Rank #114 / 233
0.3
Facility 0.3
ME AVG 0.2
Rank #145 / 233
Atrium At Cedars
IL
Portland (North Deering)-Yes
54
Facility 54
ME AVG 36
Rank #89 / 357
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Gary‘s House
IL
AL
Portland (West End)-No
96
Facility 96
ME AVG 36
Rank #3 / 357
Private Rooms------
The Park Danforth
IL
AL
Portland (North Deering)-Yes
67
Facility 67
ME AVG 36
Rank #58 / 357
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-A+----
Betsy Ross House
IL
South Portland (Ferry Village)-No
50
Facility 50
ME AVG 36
Rank #110 / 357
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maine

Atrium At Cedars is located in Portland, Maine.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Maine.

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Home and Community Benefits for the Elderly

MaineCare HCB Program

Age 65+ or 18+ with disability
General Maine resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
ME

Rural access emphasized.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Meals ($6/meal) Adult day services ($60/day)

Maine Statewide Respite Program

ME Respite Program

Age
General Caregiver of someone 60+ with dementia, Maine resident.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $40,000 individual
ME

Limited to dementia caregivers; capped funding.

Benefits
In-home respite (up to 30 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

MaineCare Long-Term Care (Nursing Facility Services)

MaineCare Nursing Facility Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicaid-eligible, requires nursing home-level care.
Income Limits (2025) $943/month (individual); must be less than nursing home cost for full coverage.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple); spousal allowance up to $155,356.
ME

Home equity limit of $636,000; estate recovery applies post-55.

Benefits
24/7 nursing care Meals Therapy Medications (hours unlimited per medical need)

Consumer-Directed Home-Based Care (CDHBC)

Maine Consumer-Directed Personal Assistance Services

Age 65+
General Maine resident, needs ADL assistance, income/asset limits apply.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,000/month varies by AAA
Asset Limits Not strict; prioritizes low-income.
ME

Available through five Area Agencies on Aging.

Benefits
Personal care (20-30 hours/week) PERS Adult day care Home modifications

Home Accessibility and Repair Program

Maine State Housing Authority Home Accessibility and Repair

Age 62+
General Maine resident, homeowner, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$34,000/year individual, 80% AMI, varies by county
Asset Limits Not specified; focus on income.
ME

Includes Elderly Hardship Grants for urgent repairs.

Benefits
Wheelchair ramps Grab bars Roof repairs (up to $20,000/project)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Maine PACE (not widely available yet)

Age 55+
General Maine resident, Medicare/Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need, community-safe.
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; Medicaid portion $2,901/month max.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual) for Medicaid portion.
ME

Pilot phase; check availability with DHHS.

Benefits
Medical care Personal care Day center Transportation Respite (tailored to need)

Veterans Aid and Attendance (A&A) Benefit

Maine VA Aid and Attendance

Age
General Wartime veteran/spouse, age 65+ or disabled, needs ADL help, Maine resident.
Income Limits (2025) Net income minus medical expenses < $1,984/month individual with A&A
Asset Limits $155,356 net worth limit
ME

High veteran population in rural areas.

Benefits
Cash benefit ($1,478-$2,471/month, varies by status) for care costs

Medicare Savings Programs (MSP)

Maine Medicare Savings Programs

Age 65+
General Maine resident, Medicare Part A/B enrollee.
Income Limits (2025) $2,014/month (individual, QMB), $2,706/month (SLMB/QI).
Asset Limits $9,090 (individual), $13,630 (couple).
ME

Includes Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB), Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB), and Qualified Individual (QI).

Benefits
Covers Medicare premiums (up to $174.70/month Part B) Co-pays Deductibles

Frequently Asked Questions about Atrium At Cedars

What neighborhood is Atrium At Cedars in?

Atrium At Cedars is in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland.

Is Atrium At Cedars in a walkable area?

Atrium At Cedars has a walk score of 54. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Does Atrium At Cedars have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Atrium At Cedars on this page.

Are pets allowed at Atrium At Cedars?

Yes, Atrium At Cedars allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Atrium At Cedars?

Yes — there are 46 photos of Atrium At Cedars in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Atrium At Cedars?

Atrium At Cedars is located at 640 Ocean Ave, Portland, ME 04103.

What is the phone number of Atrium At Cedars?

(207) 221-7100 will put you in contact with the team at Atrium At Cedars.

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