The Cedars Portland
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, ME
The Cedars Portland
Nursing Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Portland, ME
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.
Types of Care at The Cedars Portland
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Walk Score: 49 / 100 Rank #112 / 421Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 112th out of 421 homes in Maine. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Maine SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
AccreditationsLeadingAge
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Kathy Callnan, Executive Director
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Gym
Salon
Spa
Dining Room
Patio
Housekeeping
Wellness ProgramThe Cedars emphasizes holistic wellness and offers innovative programming to help older adults learn, grow, heal, and thrive.
Specific ProgramsWhat is a Household?, Giving, Community Day Programs, Health Services, Search
Religious ServicesYes
Volunteer ProgramsYes
Food DescriptionThe dining program includes delicious dining choices available across various living options.
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.
Since 2022 · 4 years of data
26 deficiencies
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Since 2022 vs. Maine state average
Overall vs. ME average
2 Worse
Metrics worse than Maine average:
• Total deficiencies (767% above)
• Deficiencies per year (713% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
• Total deficiencies (767% above)
• Deficiencies per year (713% above) 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.
Latest Inspection
June 25, 2025
Routine
Deficiencies
| This Facility | ME Average | vs. ME Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 26 | 3 | This facility has 767% more total deficiencies than a typical Maine nursing home (26 vs. ME avg 3).↑ 767% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2022.
| 6.5 | 0.8 | This facility has 713% more deficiencies per year than a typical Maine nursing home (6.5 vs. ME avg 0.8).↑ 713% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on June 25, 2025, identified multiple deficiencies including issues with resident dignity, housekeeping and maintenance, care planning, staff evaluations and education, kitchen sanitation, and infection control competency. Earlier inspections showed similar patterns of deficiencies, particularly related to housekeeping, care plan implementation, medication management, and infection prevention. A substantiated complaint investigation in August 2023 found emotional and mental abuse by staff toward a resident, as well as failures in timely reporting and staff training. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The inspection history indicates ongoing challenges with maintaining sanitary conditions and care planning, with no clear improvement trend over time.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Cedars Portland
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11.9 miles from city center
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The Cedars Portland is located in Portland, Maine.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Cedars Portland
What neighborhood is The Cedars Portland in?
The Cedars Portland is in the North Deering neighborhood of Portland.
Is The Cedars Portland in a walkable area?
The Cedars Portland has a walk score of 49. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does The Cedars Portland have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at The Cedars Portland on this page.
Are there photos of The Cedars Portland?
Yes — there are 28 photos of The Cedars Portland in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the phone number of The Cedars Portland?
(207) 221-7000 will put you in contact with the team at The Cedars Portland.
Is The Cedars Portland Medicare or Medicaid certified?
The Cedars Portland is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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