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Huntington Common
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Kennebunk (Kennebunk)
82
Yes
30
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
80.5%
-
Peggy Farrington
17
5
2
Avita of Brunswick
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Brunswick (Brunswick Station)
75
No
20
-
89.3%
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Monique Kay Thiboutot
20
5
0
Scarborough Terrace
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
77
No
13
Studio / 1 Bed
68.8%
A+
David Kingsley
28
9
0
Woodlands Assisted Living of Brewer
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Brewer
72
No
49
Private / Shared
94.4%
-
Bridgette Keegan
48
6
7
Avita of Stroudwater
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Westbrook
75
No
19
Studio / 1 Bed
88.0%
A+
Tracy Hoppe
21
3
0
The Enclave of Scarborough
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
Scarborough (Oak Hill)
92
No
57
Studio / 1 Bed
-
-
Samantha Ashley Beaton
20
4
0
Atria Kennebunk
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
Kennebunk (Kennebunk)
74
Yes
51
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
100.0%
-
Jessica Goodell
26
4
0
Cape Memory Care
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Cape Elizabeth
72
No
14
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
90.3%
-
Amanda Allen
47
10
1
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
Portland (Back Cove)
80
Yes
44
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
92.5%
A+
Leann Flohr
34
12
21
Stroudwater Lodge
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Westbrook
115
No
18
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
84.3%
-
Nichole Doyer
14
3
0
Bolster Heights Residential Care
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
Auburn
84
No
48
-
95.2%
-
Merissa Poland
35
6
10
The Landing At Cape Elizabeth
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
Cape Elizabeth
60
Yes
19
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
96.7%
-
Deborah Riddell
4
0
0
Bay Square at Yarmouth
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.
Yarmouth (Yarmouth)
60
Yes
44
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
83.3%
F
Jessica Goodell
17
6
3
The Grande At South Portland
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
South Portland
52
No
32
1 Bed / 2 Bed
40.4%
-
Caitlin Marsanskis
9
4
14
Dirigo Pines
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
Orono (Orono)
50
Yes
1
1 Bed
-
-
Paul Arbour
2
0
0
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Country Charm Lane
Spend a worry-free retirement at Country Charm Lane, a blissful haven in New Gloucester, ME, offering assisted living. With a dedicated and well-trained team available around the clock, residents do not have to worry about their daily living activities, like grooming and bathing. Cleaning, laundry, and other household chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
Residents have more opportunities to interact with their surroundings and live actively with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs. A well-thought-out dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Medication management is also available, ensuring residents take their medicine as prescribed. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in their golden years.
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Chesley Street Program
Located in the quiet residential area of Westbrook, ME, Chesley Street Program is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. Daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, are taken care of around the clock to maintain residents’ independence without worries. The community also helps with housekeeping and other chores, providing residents more time to do the things they love.
With a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, residents can interact with their surroundings and live actively. Residents here have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and well-balanced meals that satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also available for residents’ comfort and convenience. The community is a good option for a blissful retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Chandler House
Peacefully situated in the quiet neighborhood of Newcastle, ME, Chandler House is an idyllic retreat that offers assisted living. Committed to residents’ welfare, the community provides high-quality support for their daily living activities and household tasks around the clock. The community also features accessible and specially designed accommodations to ensure residents feel at ease during their stay.
Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, a well-thought-out calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Delightful and well-balanced meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. Here, residents will surely thrive in retirement, accompanied by its supportive and welcoming environment.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Camera Residential Home
Live a vibrant lifestyle at Camera Residential Home, a blissful retreat set in the serene residential area of Fairfield, ME, that offers assisted living.. Residents receive the utmost care for their daily living activities from a kind and highly skilled team available 24/7. The community also handles the busy work, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs, including arts and crafts, games, and movies, is conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Medicine administration and incontinence care are also provided to enhance residents’ living experiences. Here, residents have a hassle-free dining experience with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its nurturing and welcoming environment, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort in retirement.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Brewer Group Home
Ideally situated in the peaceful residential area of Brewer, ME, Brewer Group Home is an outstanding community offering assisted living. Residents experience the highest quality of life with a respectful and highly skilled team helping with their daily living activities around the clock. Accessible and sophisticated accommodations are also provided in a cozy and nurturing environment, ensuring residents live comfortably and safely.
Here, esidents will not run out of things to do with a thoughtfully curated calendar of fun activities and exciting events for their leisure and wellness. Delightful and healthy meals are served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community also offers medication management and transportation services for comfort and convenience. With the community’s cozy spaces and genuine care, residents are guaranteed to thrive in their golden years.
Overview of Brewer Group Home
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Bussiere MFH
Cherish every moment at Bussiere Mfh, an astounding community in Turner, ME, offering assisted living. Residents receive top-notch support for their daily living activities from a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock. Beautifully furnished and spacious accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are also provided for residents to feel a sense of belonging and familiarity.
There’s no dull moment with exciting daily events and fun recreational programs for residents’ leisure and wellness. Residents have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions. The community is a good option for those needing assistance to live comfortably in retirement, especially with its exceptional services and well-maintained amenities.
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Burns Road, CLA
Enjoy high-quality living at Burns Road CLA, an outstanding community in Augusta, ME, that offers assisted living. Residents here receive top-tier care for their daily living activities from a compassionate and highly trained team available 24/7. Specially designed and sophisticated accommodations in a cozy and nurturing environment are also provided to optimize residents’ comfort and safety.
Residents experience a vibrant lifestyle with engaging activities and stimulating programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delightful and healthy meals that cater to dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and incontinence care are also provided for convenience and safety. Residents have the finest retirement experience with the community’s dedicated services and beautifully maintained amenities.
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Bean’s Corner Waiver
Surrounded by lush trees in Pittsfield, ME, Bean’s Corner Waiver is a blissful haven that offers assisted living. Alongside purposely built and secure accommodations, personalized care is also provided 24/7 to ensure residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents can take their medicine as prescribed with medication management.
A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful dining options are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those seeking a blissful retirement, especially with its top-notch services and well-maintained amenities.
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Apple Ridge
Spend a blissful retirement at Apple Ridge, a friendly retreat in Bowdoin, ME, that offers assisted living. With its commitment to improving residents’ welfare, a competent and well-trained team provides top-tier care for their daily living activities 24/7. Household services, medication reminders, and incontinence care are also provided to ensure residents can maintain their independence without hassles.
Here, residents can interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences with a variety of engaging activities and enriching programs. Mealtimes promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. With transportation services, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain their independence in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and well-maintained amenities.
Overview of Apple Ridge
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Arbor View
Situated in the peaceful residential area of Scarborough, ME, Arbor View is a distinct community that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive high-quality assistance for their daily living activities and household tasks from a compassionate and well-trained team available around the clock. The community also provides medication management and incontinence care for residents’ convenience.
With a carefully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs, residents can make new friends and explore new hobbies. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Transportation services and parking spaces are also provided, so residents can travel conveniently and safely. Promoting a nurturing and inviting environment, the community ensures residents feel at ease during their stay.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private / Shared Rooms
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Type of Care Available
Assisted Living
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
View Full Ranking MethodologyHow Assisted Living Magazine Evaluates & Scores Nursing Homes
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence.
Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
What We Prioritize Most
Operational Stability & Resident SupportThe largest share of every nursing home’s score — 45% of the total weighting — comes from clinical and regulatory indicators, including:
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Overall, staffing, and inspection ratings -
Long-stay and short-stay quality measures -
Nurse-to-resident and staff-to-resident ratios - Health deficiencies and regulatory history
- Accreditations and positive local news reporting
These factors directly reflect resident safety, care quality, and compliance.
Another 35% of the score comes from operational and stability signals, such as:
- Nurse hours per patient per day
- Occupancy levels and cleanliness citations
- Administrative stability and ownership quality
- Readmission rates and registered-nurse turnover
The remaining 20% of the score includes contextual elements such as:
- Year built or renovated
- Penalties, fines, and preventable readmissions
- Revenue per bed
- Administrator tenure
These factors help round out the overall picture but carry less weight because our methodology prioritizes clinical outcomes and regulatory consistency above all else.
The result is a clear, data-driven ranking system that elevates nursing homes delivering exceptional care and long-term resident safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
How much does this service cost?
We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
What services do you offer?
- Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
- Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
- Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
- Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
- Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
- Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
- Senior-focused concierge medicine
- Senior-focused nutritionist
- Senior-focused personal training
- Memory care specialists
- Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
- Custom hearing aids
- Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
- Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
- Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.
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