Best Senior Living in Portland, Maine
15 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 23 senior care options in Portland: 15 communities and 8 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 569 public reviews. 1 has details confirmed by the operator.
- 23options listed
- 4.2average rating, 19 rated
- 569family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
From $2,500/moAging Kingdom Homecare
Portland, Maine
4.8(25)
Home care · no referral needed
From $2,419/moHoliday Woods at Canco
Portland, Maine
4.6(79)
Independent Living
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
From $3,495/moAshton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living
Portland, Maine
4.4(33)
Independent Living
Deering Pavilion
Portland, Maine
4.3(38)
Independent Living
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
Fallbrook Commons
Portland, Maine
4.2(5)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $4,650/moBirchwoods at Canco Senior Living
Portland, Maine
3.9(23)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingRespite / Short-Term Care
Barron Center
Portland, Maine
3.9(27)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
The Cedars
Portland, Maine
3.9(72)
Memory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Portland
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
Aging Kingdom HomecareVerified
4.8 (25 reviews)· At-Home Care, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Families describe Aging Kingdom Homecare, led by Danielle Peterson, as a responsive and compassionate home health and hospice provider in the Portland, Maine area. Reviewers highlight quick response times, personalized…
- 2
4.6 (79 reviews)· Independent Living
Families describe Holiday Woods at Canco as a warm, well-run independent living community anchored by long-tenured, attentive staff members frequently named by reviewers. Most reviews highlight strong management support…
- 3
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…
- 4
4.9 (7 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
- 5
Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living
4.4 (33 reviews)· Independent Living
Families describe Ashton Gardens as a warm, active independent living community where staff and neighbors feel like family, though a number of reviewers point to inconsistent dining service and staffing levels. Praise…
- 6
4.3 (38 reviews)· Independent Living
Families and residents describe Deering Pavilion as a friendly, well-located independent living building with good food and helpful maintenance staff, though a few reviewers raised concerns about cleanliness and internal…
- 7
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,…
- 8
4.2 (5 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 102 units
Families describe Fallbrook Commons as a new, modern skilled nursing and memory care community in Portland, Maine, with reviewers consistently praising the staff's warmth and communication. Reviews mention relatives with…
- 9
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,…
- 10
3.9 (27 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 219 units
Barron Center is a municipally owned skilled nursing facility in Portland, Maine, where most reviewers describe warm, hands-on care from long-tenured staff and strong family communication, especially for residents with…
What families say about senior living in Portland
Counted across the review summaries of 23 Portland communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 74%
- Activities and social life 48%
- Building and grounds 39%
- Medical and nursing care 30%
- Communication with families 26%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 57%
- Communication with families 52%
- Building and upkeep 26%
- Staff attitude 22%
“They’re doing an amazing job with the arrangements for my aunt. I’ve been very pleased with the communication, and the confort that they provide her. Thank you so much to the staff. If you’re looking for living arrangements for seniors, this is the place.”
“Aging Kingdom Homecare provides thoughtful, reliable care & truly puts clients & families first. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking trustworthy in-home support.”
“Almost 5 stars. Good food,service, staff friendly. Van to Drs great. If anything negative for me is there are so many people over 90.”
Senior Living in Portland: the figures
- •4 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5: 3 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Among the 4 that publish a starting price, prices start at $2,419 a month with a median of $2,998.
- •Most common amenities: gathering / activity spaces (14), social activities (14), 24-hour staff (14), housekeeping (13), emergency call system (13), wheelchair accessible (13).
Senior 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: Senior Living in Maine. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 23 communities listed in Portland, 569 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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Senior Living in Portland: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Portland, Maine?
MyLivingChoice lists 23 senior living communities in Portland, Maine, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Portland?
Among Portland communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,419/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,266/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Portland are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Luxelife Caregiving Of Maine (5★, 24 ratings), HomeCaire of Maine (5★, 9 ratings), The Atrium At the Cedars (4.9★, 7 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Portland?
Beyond senior living, Portland has skilled nursing / long term care (8 communities), assisted living (7 communities), at-home care (7 communities), independent living (6 communities), memory care (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Portland?
Families rate Portland senior living communities 4.2 out of 5 on average, across 569 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Portland senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 23 Portland communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 74%), activities and social life (mentioned for 48%), building and grounds (mentioned for 39%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (57%), communication with families (52%), building and upkeep (26%).
How do Portland nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
4 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Portland carry an overall star rating, averaging 3.8 out of 5. 3 are rated four stars or better and 0 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Portland bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
