Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Portland, Maine
1 of 4 nursing homes in Portland (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Maine statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 2 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
560
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 Grade F
$11,528 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Portland, Maine, is limited and presents challenges, with only 25% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should be cautious, as two facilities are in the caution tier due to fines, while CEDARS NURSING CARE CENTER stands out with a 4-star rating.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 CEDARS NURSING CARE CENTER (70) — Cedars Nursing Care Center stands out with a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, and with no fines and a Trust Score of 70/100, residents can feel confident in their care environment.
The other 3 Portland facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $11K.
Recommended
Cedars Nursing Care Center stands out with a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a solid Grade B, reflecting its commitment to quality care. As a non-profit facility, it focuses on community well-being, and with no fines and a Trust Score of 70/100, residents can feel confident in their care environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Portland Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $11,528
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 2 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Portland Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Portland's city average is 3.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Portland facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Portland avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Portland facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Portland, ME are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Portland (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Portland "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Portland?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.