Portland, ME, located in Southwestern Maine, is part of the Greater Portland Metropolitan Area, which supports more than 500,000 residents. The city itself has a population of slightly more than 60,000, which is the largest in the state. Portland assisted living facilities are numerous over all types of senior care. The city sits on the Atlantic coast, and is known for thriving art, culture, and food. Portland has been consistently name one of the best locations to live in the U.S., a fact that makes up for its high assisted living facility costs. AssistedSeniorLiving.net can assist you with all the information you need to choose an assisted living facility in Portland with its comprehensive database of the area’s options. If Northeastern wintry weather does not bother you, then settling down in Portland is perfect choice for those who love food, arts, culture, the ocean and the outdoors.
The state of Maine has a retiree density of over 15 percent, the fifth highest density in the nation, so finding a community to fit your needs should not be too difficult. The rest of the state has sparse assisted living accommodations, so if you are set on Maine, your best bet is around the Portland area. Lewiston and Bangor are good secondary options. The monthly cost of an ALF private room is $5,005, while a nursing home bedroom costs $9,125 per month. Portland’s cost of living is 104.7, which is slightly higher than the national average of 100. Portland has a crime rate that is only just above the national average.
Maine Medical Center, a Level One Trauma Center, and Mercy Hospital are the health care centers for Portland residents. Maine Medical Center is the largest hospital in the state and Mercy Hospital is a faith-based hospital. The Southern Maine Agency on Aging supports the entire senior community in the Portland area. They offer services and events like Meals on Wheels, Age Well classes, Maine Senior Games (athletic competitions), Community Cafes, and medical and legal counsel. The Agency has a network of more than 1,200 volunteers to aid seniors and their families.
For seniors that want to pursuit an active retirement lifestyle, Portland offers a variety of pursuits. For foodies, Portland is one of the best small cities in the world. Downtown, the Arts District, which runs along Congress Street, and the Old Port have more than 200 restaurants to choose from, many of which are world renowned. All the districts offer many opportunities for shopping and relaxation. The aforementioned Art District is home to many galleries, museums and theaters including the Portland Museum of Art, the Maine Historical Society & Museum, SPACE Gallery, and the Portland Symphony Orchestra. The city maintains a network of historical parks and there are a good number of golf courses outside the city. Portland Trails, a non-profit, operates an extensive network of walking paths and hiking trails in Portland and neighboring cities. You can also visit the Longfellow Arboretum, Martin’s Point, the Portland Observatory, and East End Beach. To the south, Scarborough Beach State Park and Crescent Beach State Park offer beach access to the Atlantic Ocean. All these local attractions are great for seniors who want to take day trip away from the assisted living facility so make sure to ask questions about the activities offered at each assisted living option.
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $4,500 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $8,030 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $8,760 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $3,810 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $4,200 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $2,080 |
Only 1 hospice option is listed directly in Portland, so we have added nearby communities within about 60 miles.
22 Northbrook Drive
Falmouth, ME 04105
Sedgewood Commons, a Specialized Alzheimer's Homestead Community offers individualized care for those living with Alzheimer's Disease or other forms of dementia. Each member of our dedicated team has specialized...
300 Spring Street
Westbrook, ME 04092
Springbrook Center is a multi-level facility nestled quietly off of Spring Street in Westbrook, Maine, just minutes from Portland. Springbrook offers Skilled Nursing, ShortStay Rehabilitation, LongTerm Care, and...
180 US Route One No:1
Scarborough, ME 04074
Formerly known as Hospice of Southern Maine. Hospice of Southern Maine offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care....
21 Saco Street
Westbrook, ME 04092
MAS Home Care assists clients either seniors or others who have a dissability, enabling them to maintain their independence and dignity in the setting that is most comfortable for them at home. We offer PSS, Nursing...
67 Pine Point Road
Scarborough, ME 04074
Pine Point Center is a sixty-one bed facility, located on 4.58 acres adjacent to the marsh on Pine Point Road in beautiful Scarborough, Maine. Located just twenty-one miles from Portland, Maine, Pine Point offers...
15 Industrial Park Road
Saco, ME 04072-1851
45 Baribeau Drive
Brunswick, ME 04011-3242
3 Brazier Lane
Kennebunk, ME 04043
250 Goddard Road, No:A
Lewiston, ME 04240-1000
455 Main Street
Springvale, ME 04083
245 Center Street, Suite 10A
Auburn, ME 04210
33 Roger Street
Lewiston, ME 04240
Marshwood Center is home of the Easy Street Environments (SM) Rehabilitation Program. Patients enjoy this unique setup that includes not only the traditional rehabilitation therapy gym, but also a market, cafe, ATM,...
15 Strawberry Avenue, PO Box 819
Lewiston, ME 04243-0819
40 Whitehall Road
Rochester, NH 03867
Rochester Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility located at 40 Whitehall Road, Rochester, NH 03867, specializing in ShortStay care, LongTerm care, VA Contracted, and .
62 Rochester Hill Road
Rochester, NH 03867
Colonial Hill Center, a 79-bed center that is surrounded by the quiet, natural beauty of New England, has been proudly serving the Rochester community since 1986. Colonial Hill offers skilled nursing, short-term...
178 Farmington Road
Rochester, NH 03867-4352
150 Dresden Avenue
Gardiner, ME 04345
Hospice Volunteers of Kennebec Valley gives the finest care.
40 Belvedere Road
Damariscotta, ME 04543
Miles Home Health and Hospice offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care. Most hospice services like Miles Home...
240 South Main Street, PO Box 1620
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
39 Clipper Drive
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Our center offers skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, and an Alzheimer’s disease program. We are located in beautiful downtown Wolfeboro across from Huggins Hospital. Our warm and friendly...
PO Box 1620
Wolfeboro, NH 03894
Hospice of South Carroll County offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care. Most hospice services like Hospice of...
95 Albany Street, Suite 11
Portsmouth, NH 03801-4946
Portsmouth Regional Home Health and Hospice offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care. Most hospice services like...
1529 White Mountain Highway
North Conway, NH 03860
Formerly known as Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care Services of No. Carroll County.
777A Lafayette Road
Hampton, NH 03842
Oceanside Center is located in the heart of Hampton, NH, 2 miles from Hampton Beach. We provide both ShortStay Rehabilitation and LongTerm Care, Skilled Nursing and Dementia Services. We provide daily therapy services...
777 Lafayette Road
Hampton, NH 03842
Partridge House Senior Living Community consists of 40 apartments in scenic downtown Hampton, NH. We are located just minutes from the beach, local restaurants, shopping and 1 hour from three major airports in Boston,...
8 Hampton Road
Exeter, NH 03833
Exeter Center is a 79-bed facility located in beautiful and historic Exeter, NH, minutes from Exeter Hospital. We offer short-term rehabilitation services, long-term care and respite care.
17 Hampton Road
Exeter, NH 03833-4859
Langdon Place of Exeter is a non-entry fee Senior Living Retirement Community located in the historic town of Exeter, NHnear the MA border and is nestled in a lovely neighborhood. We offer both Independent and Senior...
10 Hampton Road
Exeter, NH 03833-4806
Seacoast Hospice offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care. Most hospice services like Seacoast Hospice also work...
137 Epping Road
Exeter, NH 03833-1594
Rockingham Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice offers hospice care for seniors near the end of life. It is the goal of hosipice to optimize the final days of life by providing intensive care. Most hospice services...
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