RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Maine (2026)

The top 25 of 77 CMS-certified nursing homes in Maine, ranked by CMS overall rating, then penalties, health inspections and staffing — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

781.7 per 30K residentsAbove national avg of 1.3 per 30KTotal Nursing Homes
3.1/5
+0.1 vs national avgNational avg: 3.00Statewide Avg Rating
$21K$49K vs national avgNational avg: $70KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeMillinocket, ME

Katahdin Health Care Llc

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
36 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

22 Walnut StreetMillinocket, ME 04462

(207) 723-4711

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeScarborough, ME

Maine Veterans Home - Scarborough

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
120 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2024

Above Maine avg of 3.1

290 Us Rt 1Scarborough, ME 04074

(207) 883-7184

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorth Berwick, ME

Pinnacle Health & Rehab At N Berwick

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
64 BedsStandard health inspection Jan 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

47 Elm StNorth Berwick, ME 03906

(207) 676-2242

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeBiddeford, ME

St Andre Health Care Facility

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
96 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

407 Pool StBiddeford, ME 04005

(207) 282-5171

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5No Penalties

Nursing HomeVan Buren, ME

Borderview Rehab & Living Ctr

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
27 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

208 State StreetVan Buren, ME 04785

(207) 868-5211

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6No Penalties

Nursing HomeBrunswick, ME

Mid Coast Senior Health Center

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
42 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

58 Baribeau DriveBrunswick, ME 04011

(207) 373-3600

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7No Penalties

Nursing HomeSouth Paris, ME

Maine Veterans Home - So Paris

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
62 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

477 High StSouth Paris, ME 04281

(207) 743-6300

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8No Penalties

Nursing HomeSanford, ME

Pinnacle Health & Rehab At Sanford

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
86 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

1142 Main StSanford, ME 04073

(207) 324-2273

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9No Penalties

Nursing HomeAugusta, ME

Mainegeneral Rehab & Long Term Care - Glenridge

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
125 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

40 Glenridge DriveAugusta, ME 04330

(207) 626-2600

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10No Penalties

Nursing HomeAugusta, ME

Maine Veterans Home - Augusta

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
108 BedsStandard health inspection Nov 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

35 Heroes WayAugusta, ME 04330

(207) 622-2454

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11No Penalties

Nursing HomeScarborough, ME

Piper Shores

Non-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
40 BedsStandard health inspection Dec 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

15 Piper RoadScarborough, ME 04074

(207) 883-8700

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12No Penalties

Nursing HomeHartland, ME

Sanfield Rehab & Living Center

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
23 BedsStandard health inspection Jul 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

95 Main StreetHartland, ME 04943

(207) 938-2616

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13No Penalties

Nursing HomeSanford, ME

Summer Commons

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
64 BedsStandard health inspection Aug 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

21 June StreetSanford, ME 04073

(207) 206-1360

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14No Penalties

Nursing HomeBangor, ME

Westgate Center For Rehab & Alzheimers Care

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
65 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

750 Union StBangor, ME 04401

(207) 942-7336

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15No Penalties

Nursing HomeNorway, ME

Norway Center For Health & Rehabilitation, Llc

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
42 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

29 Marion AveNorway, ME 04268

(207) 743-7075

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16No Penalties

Nursing HomeGorham, ME

Gorham House

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
69 BedsStandard health inspection Feb 2026

Above Maine avg of 3.1

50 New Portland RdGorham, ME 04038

(207) 839-5757

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171 Penalty

Nursing HomeBangor, ME

Ross Manor

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
103 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

758 BroadwayBangor, ME 04401

(207) 941-8400

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182 Penalties

Nursing HomeKittery, ME

Durgin Pines

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures3.0
81 BedsStandard health inspection Mar 2025

Above Maine avg of 3.1

9 Lewis RdKittery, ME 03904

(207) 439-9800

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State report

Why families compare nursing homes in Maine

#18of 51 states & DC
Health Ranking

Above the median for overall health outcomes (rank 18 of 51).

America’s Health Rankings 2024
  • Population 65+22.8%Census ACS 2023
  • Life expectancy77.8 yrs

    About the same as the national average of 76.4 yrs.

    CDC NVSR 2022
  • Nurse staff turnover46.7%

    About the same as the national average of 45.8%.

    CMS PBJ 2024

See full demographics & care economics for Maine →

FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many nursing homes are in Maine?

Maine has 78 nursing homes in the active CMS data. This rankings page evaluated 77 eligible nursing homes with public CMS ratings and public profile slugs, then highlighted the top 25.

What is the average CMS rating for nursing homes in Maine?

Nursing homes in Maine average 3.1 out of 5 on the CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0.

What is the average fine when a nursing home in Maine is penalized?

Among Maine nursing homes that were fined, the average fine is $21K. The national nursing-home average is $70K.

How does Maine compare with the national average?

Maine averages 3.1 out of 5 on CMS overall rating, compared with a national nursing-home average of 3.0. The average fine when penalized is $21K versus $70K nationally.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use this report as a shortlist, then review the facility profile, confirm payment options, look at inspection history, and speak with licensed professionals before making a care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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