Located on Maine’s southern coast in Cumberland County, Scarborough has 3 assisted living communities within its limits. According to 2024 cost data, assisted living costs in Scarborough come in near $8,365 per month, although rates may vary by hundreds of dollars depending on a facility's amenities and programming. While local rates run higher than the national median of $5,350, they fall below Maine’s norm of $8,712.
In our guide, we include 4.2 out of 5 stars testimonials from assisted living residents and visitors and find an average quality score of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
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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67 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
3.1
(7 reviews)
"The Pine Point Center provided my Mom the utmost quality of highly skilled, compassionate care for many months. The staff worked well together as a cohesive team that openly promoted an environment of friendliness, expertise, and attention to their r..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
One Penny Lane, Kennebunk, ME 04043
4.8
(25 reviews)
"Rooms are easily accessible with rollators. Shower has bench. Staff is friendly, helpful and some how remember every resident & family member names! Food is fresh and nice choices ...."
$5,295
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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CARING STARS WINNER
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
4.3
(21 reviews)
"I visited Huntington Common for my father. It was a very nice facility, very friendly, and they had all the amenities that he would need. The staff that gave the tour was very nice and very personable. She answered all my questions, she seemed very c..."
$4,408
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
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
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
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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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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4 Old County Rd, Freeport, ME 04032
5.0
(2 reviews)
"Not only were the facilities clean and bright,but the staff were enthusiastic, genuine and caring. It was clear that every resident is cherished. ..."
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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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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...."
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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 ..."
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The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports assisted living costs in Scarborough at roughly $8,365 per month, which exceeds the national median by over $1,000 but compares favorably to Maine’s norm of $8,712. Local care costs trend lower than fees in Lewiston, where facilities charge around $9,735. On the other hand, rates in Bangor fall roughly $860 below Scarborough’s median.
Scarborough
$8,365
Maine
$8,712
The United States
$5,350
Lewiston
$9,735
Bangor
$7,507
Manchester, NH
$7,275
Burlington, VT
$13,460
In Maine, the state funded medical program, MaineCare, covers the cost of an assisted living community. As long as seniors meet the financial eligibility criteria for MaineCare, they may have the entire cost of their assisted living unit paid for by the state.
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.
With monthly fees of around $8,365, assisted living ranks among the more expensive senior care solutions in Scarborough. Although nursing home residents pay higher rates of roughly $13,505 for specialized care, nonresidential options may bring savings. For example, in-home care clients spend about $1,000 less, and those who attend adult day health care pay competitive rates of approximately $1,733.
In-Home Care
$7,341
Home Health Care
$8,008
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$8,365
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$13,505
Note: Since data for Scarborough is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Portland, instead.
Seniors in Scarborough can seek assistance from the following charities and social services, which can help with long-term care plans and healthy aging.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Maine Agency on Aging | (800) 427-7411 | This Area Agency on Aging supports seniors with informational resources such as long-term care options counseling, health insurance counseling and financial management classes. It also offers physical wellness promotion initiatives such as low-impact fitness classes and fall prevention programs. A resource center provides referrals to transportation, benefits screenings and other supportive services. |
| Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (800) 499-0229 | This state agency advocates for the rights and welfare of care home residents. Seniors concerned about the condition of their assisted living lodgings or the treatment they are receiving can contact this department. Volunteer ombudsmen help seniors and caregivers resolve disputes through mediation. They can also help residents through the complaint process with the state licensing board. |
| Maine Legal Services for the Elderly | (800) 750-5353 | This organization offers free legal aid to seniors ages 60 and up. Advice is available on a range of topics important to older adults, including health care and public benefits access. Seniors can also get help with consumer matters, end-of-life planning and creditor disputes. |
Scarborough-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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