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Gorham House
50 New Portland Rd, Gorham, ME 04038
"The staff members who gave me the tour of Gorham House Gorham ME were great. Most of the rooms are kind of what I would...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities+2
$7,068
Assisted Living Communities in Westbrook, ME
Westbrook, an incorporated city and suburb of Portland, lies in Cumberland County on the...
coast of Maine. The city and surrounding areas boast 40 assisted living facilities for older adults who need assistance with activities of daily living. In 2024, seniors in Westbrook pay approximately $8,365 per month for assisted living, notably more than the national median of $5,350 but less than Maine’s baseline rate of $8,712.
To gain insight into assisted living in Maine, refer to our directory below for 369 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in and around Westbrook. These facilities earn an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars stars.
40 Providers
Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living
86 Holiday Drive, Portland, ME 04103
"My grandmother moved into Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living for respite care. It is a very nice facility. They come...
Assisted Living
$4,925
75 State Street
75 State Street, Portland, ME 04101
"We were very, very impressed when we first went to Seventy-Five State Street. Extremely friendly and well-organized...
Assisted Living
$7,400
The Landing at Cape Elizabeth
78 Scott Dyer Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
"The Landing at Cape Elizabeth was in a lovely location. It was off of Route 77 with views of the marshes. The inside was...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$5,880
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Bay Square at Yarmouth
27 Forest Falls Drive, Yarmouth, ME 04096
"The staff at Bay Square at Yarmouth was excellent. The rooms were fine and just right for my mom. The dining area was...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$12,550
The Landing at Saco Bay
392 Main Street, Saco, ME 04072
"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...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Pricing unavailable
The Highlands
30 Governor's Way, Topsham, ME 04086
"Mother is doing fine in Highlands -- they're wonderful and very welcoming. We had lunch with her there, instead of a...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$8,100
Avita of Stroudwater
113 Landing Road, Westbrook, ME 04092
"Stroudwater Lodge was a brand new place and very deluxe. The room that I saw was furnished, very nice, and very plush...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$5,075
Stroudwater Lodge
116 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME 04092
"The employees of Stroudwater Lodge were so kind and friendly. The apartments were beautiful. It was very neat, clean...
Assisted Living
Pricing unavailable
Springbrook Center
300 SPRING ST, Westbrook, ME 04092
"My mother-in-law was in Springbrook Center for rehab and I got a frantic call that she was unresponsive and rushed to...
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HarborChase of South Portland
25 Country Club Drive , South Portland, ME 04106
"The only place I visited was the HarborChase of South Portland. The staff there was friendly and welcoming. They showed...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,995
Portland Center for Assisted Living
68 Devonshire Street, Portland, ME 04103
"My mother wanted to be in this facility as she new someone there that she grew up with. Following through with her...
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Pricing unavailable
Inn At Village Square
123 School Street, Gorham, ME 04038
"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...
Assisted Living
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Fallbrook Woods
60 Merrymeeting Drive, Portland, ME 04103
"Fallbrook Woods was very nice but not at all homey. The staff was fine and very technically oriented and sophisticated...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,160
The Osher Inn
620 - 640 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME 04103
"The facility is well cared for and clean, staff is in tune with the needs of the elderly and their ilnesses and go out...
Assisted LivingContinuing Care Communities
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Seaside Skilled Rehabilitation Center
850 Baxter Blvd, Portland, ME 04103
"This is the fourth time I've been at Seaside. This time I am here for nursing home care since I injured my cervical...
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Ocean View at Falmouth
20 Blueberry Ln, Falmouth, ME 04105
"Husband and I have toured this facility twice - once at an open house in 2018 and again after the pandemic lock-down in...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Pricing unavailable
Enclave of Scarborough
18 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME 04074
"I visited for my mother-in-law. It was a wonderful place. The staff was really friendly, and the rooms were of average...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
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Scarborough Terrace
600 Commerce Dr, Scarborough, ME 04074
"We are very happy we found Scarboro Terrace. The staff is wonderful, they have done a great job during the Covid ordeal...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
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Windham Residential Care
495 River Road, Windham, ME 04062
"My brother has lived here for five years. The owners and family run it and they are very kind people. The place has a...
Assisted Living
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Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Dr.. BH
1.0
Review of Springbrook Center
My husband was recommended for rehab at Springbrook Center directly from MMC after a recent illness. I was shocked by the smell when entering the building, and entering the very dated interior and...
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Assisted Living
Betty
5.0
Review of Stroudwater Lodge
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...
Assisted Living
Jim
5.0
Review of Stroudwater Lodge
My father was at Stroudwater Lodge. It was a great place for him. I just wish he could have stayed longer to enjoy it. It was an amazing place. I would have stayed there myself. They just had so...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Westbrook costs approximately $8,365 per month, but it’s not the most expensive option in the area. The highest price belongs to Lewiston, where the median monthly rate is $9,735. Across state borders, assisted living becomes more affordable, costing around $7,275 per month in Manchester, NH, and about $6,750 in Boston, MA.
Westbrook
$8,365
Maine
$8,712
The United States
$5,350
Lewiston
$9,735
Bangor
$7,507
Manchester, NH
$7,275
Boston, MA
$6,750
Paying for Assisted Living in Westbrook, ME
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Westbrook
Seniors seeking help for covering assisted living costs may be eligible for aid by the state’s Medicaid plan, MaineCare Long-Term Care program. There are no non-Medicaid programs available for ALFs.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maine page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
In Westbrook, assisted living costs about $8,365 per month, $5,140 less than a semi-private room in a nursing home facility. Home health care in the area is slightly more economical than assisted living, at $8,008, while in-home care saves seniors even more money at a monthly charge of $7,341. However, the most affordable senior care option in Westbrook is adult day health care, costing $1,733 per month.
In-Home Care
$7,341
Home Health Care
$8,008
Adult Day Health Care
$1,733
Assisted Living Facility
$8,365
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,505
Note: Since data for Westbrook is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Portland, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Westbrook
The following resources may be of interest to seniors considering assisted living and those already living in an assisted living facility in Westbrook. Government departments and nonprofit organizations offer programs and services designed to meet the needs of seniors in the community.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| City of Westbrook Community Center | (207) 854-9105 | The City of Westbrook Community Center runs a number of activity programs for seniors in the city. These include arts and crafts, swimming lessons, fitness classes, computer classes and educational lectures. In addition, the center is home to a veterans services office where veterans can get assistance with applying for any benefits they may be eligible for. |
| Southern Maine Area Agency on Aging | (207) 396-6500 | The Southern Maine Area Agency on Aging is a nonprofit organization that provides a range of services for the benefit of seniors in the area. These services include a day center, ombudsman assistance, Medicare counseling, tai chi classes and fall prevention education. |
| Volunteer Maine | (207) 624-7792 | Volunteer Maine is a nonprofit organization that connects volunteers and those requiring assistance. It administers the local Retired and Senior Volunteer Program that provides older residents with opportunities to volunteer in their community. RSVP volunteers are linked with programs that interest them that they can contribute to on a regular or part-time basis. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Westbrook
Westbrook-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.
