Best Assisted Living in Portland, Maine
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Portland. Families rate them 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 112 public reviews.
- 7communities
- 3.9average rating, 6 rated
- 112family reviews read
75 State Street
Portland, Maine
4.8(13)
Assisted Living
The Atrium At the Cedars
Portland, Maine
4.9(7)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Osher Inn At the Cedars
Portland, Maine
5(1)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Park Danforth
Portland, Maine
4.2(32)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $4,650/moBirchwoods at Canco Senior Living
Portland, Maine
3.9(23)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingRespite / Short-Term Care
Fallbrook Woods
Portland, Maine
3.7(14)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Portland Center For Assisted
Portland, Maine
2(22)
Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Portland
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.8 (13 reviews)· Assisted Living
75 State Street is an assisted living community in Portland, Maine, with a strong 4.8 out of 5 rating from Google reviewers. However, no specific review comments, amenities, or pricing details are available to give…
- 2
4.9 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
- 3
4.2 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe The Park Danforth as a warm, well-run non-profit community in Portland, Maine, with many praising the caring, low-turnover staff and strong sense of community across independent living, assisted living,…
- 4
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
3.9 (23 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Respite / Short-Term Care
Reviews for Birchwoods at Canco are sharply divided: some families praise the caring staff, cottage-style living, and cheerful outdoor spaces, while others describe serious breakdowns in communication, staff training,…
- 5
3.7 (14 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
- 6
2 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Reviews for Portland Center For Assisted are overwhelmingly negative, describing dirty conditions, understaffing, and poor communication with families. One reviewer offered a more sympathetic view, noting the community…
What families say about assisted living in Portland
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Portland communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Activities and social life 57%
- Building and grounds 57%
- Caring, attentive staff 43%
- Memory care 43%
- Food and dining 29%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 57%
- Cost and billing 57%
- Management 43%
- Building and upkeep 43%
“75 State Street is a wonderful option for Senior Living. Right in the heart of down town Portland. You can start independently and gradually ad care or go right into assisted living. Close to some of the best restaurants in the country, museums, arts and theater all with in walking distance.”
Assisted Living in Portland: the figures
- •Most common amenities: social activities (6), wheelchair accessible (6), 24-hour staff (6), medication management (6), gathering / activity spaces (6), housekeeping (6).
Assisted Living near Portland
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland3.5 mi | 9 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.5 mi |
| Westbrook4.1 mi | 7 | 4.7 / 5 | 4.1 mi |
| Falmouth4.4 mi | 9 | 4.2 / 5 | 4.4 mi |
| Scarborough6.7 mi | 13 | 4.3 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
| Yarmouth10 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 10 mi |
| Saco14.2 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 14.2 mi |
| Biddeford16 mi | 9 | 4 / 5 | 16 mi |
| Brunswick22.8 mi | 15 | 4.3 / 5 | 22.8 mi |
All of Maine: Assisted Living in Maine. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 7 communities listed in Portland, 112 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Portland ask about.
- Home Care in Maine: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Portland: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Portland, Maine?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 assisted living communities in Portland, Maine, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Portland are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Atrium At the Cedars (4.9★, 7 ratings), 75 State Street (4.8★, 13 ratings), The Park Danforth (4.2★, 32 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Portland?
Beyond assisted living, Portland has skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), at-home care (7 communities), independent living (6 communities), memory care (4 communities), home health (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Portland?
Families rate Portland assisted living communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 112 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Portland assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 7 Portland communities, the most common praise is activities and social life (mentioned for 57%), building and grounds (mentioned for 57%), caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 43%). The most common concerns are communication with families (57%), cost and billing (57%), management (43%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Portland bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
