Best Skilled Nursing in Scarborough, Maine
5 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing communities in Scarborough. Families rate them 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 163 public reviews.
- 5communities
- 4.3average rating, 4 rated
- 163family reviews read
Scarborough Terrace
Scarborough, Maine
4.8(65)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough
Scarborough, Maine
4.4(17)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Holbrook At Piper Shores
Scarborough, Maine
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Piper Shores
Scarborough, Maine
4.1(11)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pine Point Center
Scarborough, Maine
3.9(70)
Respite / Short-Term CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated skilled nursing in Scarborough
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.8 (65 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families overwhelmingly describe Scarborough Terrace as a warm, well-run community with attentive, long-tenured staff and strong communication, especially praising staff member Sarah O'Sullivan for smoothing transitions.…
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Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough
4.4 (17 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 120 units
Families describe Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough as a caring, well-organized skilled nursing facility for veterans and their spouses, with a strong emphasis on dignity, cleanliness, and staff who treat residents…
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4.1 (11 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 40 units
Piper Shores is a nonprofit, entrance-fee lifecare community on the Maine coast, offering independent living with priority access to on-site assisted living and skilled nursing through its Holbrook program. Reviews are…
- 4
3.9 (70 reviews)· Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 61 units
Reviews for Pine Point Center are sharply divided: several families report serious lapses in hygiene, communication, and basic care coordination, while others praise specific therapists and CNAs by name. Multiple reports…
What families say about skilled nursing in Scarborough
Counted across the review summaries of 5 Scarborough communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 80%
- Medical and nursing care 80%
- Activities and social life 60%
- Building and grounds 60%
- Communication with families 40%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 60%
- Cost and billing 60%
- Safety 40%
- Staff attitude 20%
“Our father has been here for a few months, following a recent broken ankle. The staff has been excellent, and his recovery has been better than we could’ve hoped! Thank you ST crew”
Skilled Nursing in Scarborough: the figures
- •3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 4 out of 5: 2 rated four stars or better, 0 rated one star.
- •Most common amenities: laundry service (5), medication management (5), 24-hour staff (5), gathering / activity spaces (5), housekeeping (5), dietary accommodations (5).
Skilled Nursing near Scarborough
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Portland3.7 mi | 9 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.7 mi |
| Westbrook6.3 mi | 7 | 4.7 / 5 | 6.3 mi |
| Portland6.7 mi | 23 | 4.2 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
| Saco7.8 mi | 6 | 4 / 5 | 7.8 mi |
| Biddeford9.7 mi | 9 | 4 / 5 | 9.7 mi |
| Falmouth10.9 mi | 9 | 4.2 / 5 | 10.9 mi |
| Yarmouth16.7 mi | 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 16.7 mi |
| Kennebunk17.1 mi | 14 | 4.3 / 5 | 17.1 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 21, 2026 from the 5 communities listed in Scarborough, 163 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 Scarborough 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?
- What to Expect from Daily Life in a Skilled Nursing Home?
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Skilled Nursing in Scarborough: Common Questions
How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Scarborough, Maine?
MyLivingChoice lists 5 skilled nursing long term care communities in Scarborough, Maine, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which skilled nursing long term care communities in Scarborough are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Scarborough Terrace (4.8★, 65 ratings), Maine Veterans' Homes - Scarborough (4.4★, 17 ratings), Piper Shores (4.1★, 11 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Scarborough?
Beyond skilled nursing long term care, Scarborough has assisted living (6 communities), independent living (6 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (5 communities), memory care (3 communities), at-home care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate skilled nursing long term care in Scarborough?
Families rate Scarborough skilled nursing long term care communities 4.3 out of 5 on average, across 163 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Scarborough skilled nursing long term care communities?
Across the review summaries of 5 Scarborough communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 80%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 80%), activities and social life (mentioned for 60%). The most common concerns are communication with families (60%), cost and billing (60%), safety (40%).
How do Scarborough nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Scarborough carry an overall star rating, averaging 4 out of 5. 2 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.
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Home care agencies serving Scarborough bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
