Saco, a coastal town in southwestern Maine, offers abundant support for its senior population, with 35 assisted living facilities available locally and in nearby communities. In 2024, seniors pay around $8,365 per month for assisted living care. Despite exceeding the national median of $5,350, costs in the Saco area maintain affordability compared to the state median of $8,712.
In this guide, you'll find a collection of 282 reviews reviews highlighting the assisted living options in the Saco area. Overall, these communities earn an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars stars.
392 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072
2.5
(2 reviews)
"I like that it is conveniently located to our home and it is more of a homey setting than a nursing home. My mom is in the memory care and the sit down dinners are done together. They have family areas where you can throw birthday parties, so they're..."
$8,000
100 Harbor Drive, Saco, ME 04072
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother preferred the Inn at Atlantic's independent housing, where you could have a house, but you're going to buy it. In addition, it has assisted living, and if you need rehabilitation, it was connected to the facility, so you just move in there...."
Pricing not available
43 Middle Street, Saco, ME 04072
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Wardwell Retirement is very friendly. They provided the type of care that my friend needed. The rooms are beautiful. He came from a small apartment in New York, and his apartment is exactly the right size for him and not overwhelming. They have every..."
Pricing not available
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One Penny Lane, Kennebunk, ME 04043
4.8
(27 reviews)
"I visited Atria Kennebunk. The tour was very nice. The rooms were nice, and very good size. The upkeep was very good. The staff was very good during the tour. The best feature of the room was the size and the overall decor. Their dining area was very..."
$5,595
86 Holiday Drive, Portland, ME 04103
4.5
(15 reviews)
"Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living is nice, clean, and new. I like community rooms and places to gather because I need the interaction with other people my age. There are a couple of churches that provide a lot of activities for the seniors, too. Li..."
$4,925
78 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
4.5
(2 reviews)
"The Landing at Cape Elizabeth was in a lovely location. It was off of Route 77 with views of the marshes. The inside was decorated. One of the things my mother noticed right away was that it just felt comfortable and homey. The staff was great. The p..."
$5,355
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27 Forest Falls Drive, Yarmouth, ME 04096
4.4
(22 reviews)
"I really like how Bay Square at Yarmouth is intimate. It seemed like they really care about their tenants. I also thought it was really nice how they have their meal times. It's very intimate, quiet, and low key, and I really like that. They also had..."
$9,475
One Huntington Common Drive, Kennebunk, ME 04043
4.4
(22 reviews)
"My wife moved into Huntington Common. The building is excellent and set up very well, so people can easily find their way around. The staff is excellent, very supportive, and devoted to their jobs. I've been most impressed with the staff. Many of the..."
$4,408
75 State Street, Portland, ME 04101
4.2
(14 reviews)
"We toured 75 State Street. They had smaller rooms. However, they were very friendly. They have lots of bus trips. We just spent an hour there, but the staff members were very informative. With regards to the community, there are more older people tha..."
$7,400
50 New Portland Rd, Gorham, ME 04038
4.2
(19 reviews)
"I loved Gorham House above and beyond, but they didn't have any openings. I liked the place, I liked the people there, and I liked the levels of care that they have. It's a comfortable place to live when you go in and out, and that's where I would ha..."
$3,850
116 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I've toured several places. The one I like the best is Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook. First of all, I liked the staff. It seemed to be well staffed. All the staff seemed to be friendly. They have OT, PT, and speech therapy right on site. They're ful..."
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123 School Street, Gorham, ME 04038
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My brother has moved into the Inn at Village Square. We like it very much. It's only like 32 rooms, so it's small. The staff is very good with the residents. They have good coverage. The administrator is good. She knows what she's doing. The nursing ..."
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126 Scott Dyer Rd, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
5.0
(1 reviews)
"What I liked best about Woodlands Senior Living Cape Memory Care was the fact that it seemed to be able to meet my mother's needs, that it was local, a setting that she is familiar with, and that the services and care they provide is very much what s..."
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3 Brazier Lane, Kennebunk, ME 04043
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My dad had a huge stroke. He almost died. Therapy and nursing were excellent. My dad is thriving at home now. I highly recommend River Ridge ..."
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600 Commerce Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074
4.7
(9 reviews)
"Scarborough Terrace is a warm and friendly environment. The minute we walked in we knew this was the place for our sister. Everyone was happy, from the residents to the employees. We sensed that if it is a great place to work, it is a great place to ..."
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18 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
4.6
(9 reviews)
"We went to The Enclave of Scarborough. We like the convenience like it's close to where family is, so that was nice. They had studio apartments, one-bedroom apartments, and a memory care unit. I had an opportunity to have lunch there, and it was a ve..."
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25 Country Club Drive , South Portland, ME 04106
4.6
(6 reviews)
"HarborChase of South Portland was at about 65 percent capacity, so everything was very new, bright, open, and fancy. The lobby area reminded me of a hotel. They had a piano bar on the top floor. The apartments were typical and lovely. The person that..."
$5,995
92 US Route One, Cumberland Foreside, ME 04110
4.6
(8 reviews)
"The staff at Heron House are so welcoming !!! A wonderful place with dedicated people. Everyone works together to keep it such a special place for those that are lucky enough to find it !!! ..."
$10,000
777 Stevens Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
4.5
(10 reviews)
"We chose The Park Danforth for my parents. The rooms were very big, updated, and modernized. The new section of the facility was nice. We like the location in Portland. The facilities for the meals and the options for the meals and stuff were really ..."
Pricing not available
620 - 640 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
4.4
(5 reviews)
"I knew someone at The Cedars and they showed me their unit and I discussed with them what they thought of the place. It's a little pricey, but it's excellent. It could be a little warmer, but the windows in the unit were well designed and well presen..."
Pricing not available
Assisted Living
Patricia
4.0
Review of Atlantic Heights Retirement
Atlantic Heights Retirement is a very nice and newer facility with a hotel-like feel. The rooms were pleasant and spacious. They had a large formal dining room area. The upkeep seemed fine, and...
Assisted Living
Gisele D.
3.0
Review of The Wardwell Neighborhood
Wardwell Retirement had old and new sections. It was comfortable and definitely more of a community in and about the common areas. There were people making puzzles, playing Bingo, reading, and...
Assisted Living
Anonymous122033550
5.0
Review of The Wardwell Neighborhood
Wardwell Retirement is very friendly. They provided the type of care that my friend needed. The rooms are beautiful. He came from a small apartment in New York, and his apartment is exactly the...
As estimated by the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Saco costs about $8,365 per month. Subsequently, local rates sit nearly $1,400 lower than the standard rate of $9,735 in Lewiston. However, the region presents more affordable options, including in Bangor, where rates fall to around $7,507 per month. Additionally, nearby Manchester, NH, presents monthly costs of $7,275, and facilities in Boston, MA, charge roughly $6,750.
Saco
$8,365
Maine
$8,712
United States
$5,350
Lewiston
$9,735
Bangor
$7,507
Manchester, NH
$7,275
Boston, MA
$6,750
Seniors living on a budget in Maine may qualify for help paying for assisted living costs through the state’s Medicaid plan, MaineCare’s Long-Term Care program.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maine page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.
The most affordable option, adult day care, sees a typical monthly rate of $1,733. Home care also proves less expensive than assisted living. In-home care agencies charge an estimated $7,341, while home health care costs $8,008 to account for the addition of light medical services. However, standard rates of $13,505 per month for semi-private accommodations in a nursing home exceed those of assisted living by more than $5,000.
In-Home Care
$7,341
Home Health Care
$8,008
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$8,365
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$13,505
Note: Since data for Saco is unavailable, we used data from the nearest city, Portland, instead.
Saco residents who are considering moving into long term care may find the following resources and service providers useful. These organizations offer a variety of services including benefits counseling, wellness advice, and legal support.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Maine Agency on Aging | (207) 396-6500 | The Southern Maine Agency on Aging offers resources, information, and services for seniors and individuals who are living with disabilities. It offers Medicare support, social events and classes, congregate nutrition and other programs to help seniors retain their independence and enjoy a high quality of life. |
| Age-Friendly Saco | (207) 710-5029 | Age-Friendly Saco provides many services for older adults living in the city. It is supported by AARP grants and offers handyman services, senior transportation, and assistance with tech-related problems. The program also provides seniors with practical assistance in the form of Knox boxes and sand-salt buckets for those who require them. |
| Lewiston Veterans Service Office | (207) 753-9106 | The Lewiston Veterans Service Office works with veterans and their close relatives to help them navigate the complexities of the VA pensions and benefits system. It offers advice about the support that is available to former service people and can help with applying for benefits, or appealing where applications have been denied. The VSO can also advise on other help that is available to veterans, referring them to other agencies, assisting with the completion of forms, and advising on medical care services that veterans may qualify for. |
Saco-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Maine are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maine page for more information about these laws.
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