Loring House Apartments
Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Loring House Apartments, an astounding community in Portland, ME, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio and one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring that those 62+ can find the accommodation that best matches their preferences. Dedicated to those with low incomes, the community strives to maintain affordability.
Residents will not run out of things to do with local amenities and recreation sites nearby. Delightful restaurants also provide residents with a variety of well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and inviting environment makes it an enticing option for those looking to live independently in their golden years.
Community insights.
About this community
Loring House Apartments is administered by Mary Beth Daigneault.
Inspection History
In Maine, the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification is responsible for inspecting long-term care facilities to ensure they meet quality of care standards.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Maine state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
• Deficiency Count (111% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (22% above)
• Inspections With Deficiencies (100% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Deficiency Count
| 19 | 9 | This facility has 111% more deficiency count than a typical Maine assisted living residence (19 vs. ME avg 9).↑ 111% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 1.7 | 1.39 | This facility has 22% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Maine assisted living residence (1.7 vs. ME avg 1.39).↑ 22% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total inspections
| 11 | 6 | This facility has had 83% more total inspections than the Maine average (11 vs. ME avg 6). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 83% more |
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Inspections With Deficiencies
| 4 | 2 | This facility has 100% more inspections with deficiencies than a typical Maine assisted living residence (4 vs. ME avg 2).↑ 100% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
Places of interest near Loring House Apartments
2.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Portland's city center to Loring House Apartments'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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
ADC (Adult Day Care):
Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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How many inspections had one or more deficiencies recorded. Compare to total inspections to see how often problems were found on visit.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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| Avita of Stroudwater | IL ADC AL MC | Westbrook | 75
Facility
75
ME AVG
47
Rank
#11 / 43 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
46
Rank
#55 / 69 | Studio / 1 Bed |
88.0%
Facility
88.0%
ME AVG
87%
Rank
#14 / 28 | A+ | Tracy Hoppe | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 30 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 30 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 30 |
| Gorham House | IL AL MC NH RC SNF | Gorham | 69
Facility
69
ME AVG
47
Rank
#13 / 43 | No |
64
Facility
64
ME AVG
46
Rank
#19 / 69 | Private Rooms |
90.3%
Facility
90.3%
ME AVG
87%
Rank
#13 / 28 | A- | Danielle Byrd | 10 | 4
Facility
4
ME AVG
1.3
Rank
#27 / 30 | 24
Facility
24
ME AVG
3
Rank
#28 / 30 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#24 / 30 |
| The Landing At Cape Elizabeth | IL AL MC | Cape Elizabeth (Pond Cove) | 60
Facility
60
ME AVG
47
Rank
#14 / 43 | Yes |
19
Facility
19
ME AVG
46
Rank
#55 / 69 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
96.7%
Facility
96.7%
ME AVG
87%
Rank
#10 / 28 | - | Deborah Riddell | 1 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
1.3
Rank
#1 / 30 | 0
Facility
0
ME AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 30 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#1 / 30 |
| Assisted Living Household at the Cedars | IL AL MC NH SNF | Portland (Back Cove) | 44
Facility
44
ME AVG
47
Rank
#22 / 43 | No |
87
Facility
87
ME AVG
46
Rank
#7 / 69 | - |
77.3%
Facility
77.3%
ME AVG
87%
Rank
#23 / 28 | - | Katharine O'neill | 2 | 1
Facility
1
ME AVG
1.3
Rank
#9 / 30 | 6
Facility
6
ME AVG
3
Rank
#22 / 30 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
ME AVG
0.2
Rank
#22 / 30 |
| Loring House Apartments | IL | Portland (Nasons Corner) | - | Yes |
54
Facility
54
ME AVG
46
Rank
#24 / 69 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | Mary Beth Daigneault | 11 | 4 | 19 | 1.7 |
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Maine
Loring House Apartments is located in Portland, Maine.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Loring House Apartments
What neighborhood is Loring House Apartments in?
Loring House Apartments is in the Nasons Corner neighborhood of Portland.
Is Loring House Apartments in a walkable area?
Loring House Apartments has a walk score of 54. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Are pets allowed at Loring House Apartments?
Yes, Loring House Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.
Who is the administrator of Loring House Apartments?
Mary Beth Daigneault is the administrator of Loring House Apartments.
Has Loring House Apartments had any deficiencies?
Loring House Apartments has had 19 reported deficiencies according to records from Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Are there photos of Loring House Apartments?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Loring House Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Loring House Apartments provide?
Loring House Apartments offers Independent Living.




