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Senior living in Lincoln, ME

6 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
6
in Lincoln
Licensed capacity
160
across all 6
Adults 65+
1,033
Census estimate for Lincoln
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
154.9
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
16
of the center of Lincoln
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Senior Apartments

Lakeview Senior Housing

Tax-credit property· HUD LIHTC database
22 Main St, Lincoln, ME 04457
Units24
0.1 mi from city center
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Senior ApartmentsHUD-subsidized

Lincoln Manor

98 of 100· HUD inspection
39 High St, Lincoln, ME 04457
Units16
HUD-assisted16
0.3 mi from city center
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Senior ApartmentsHUD-subsidized

Lincoln Manor West

90 of 100· HUD inspection
44 Perry St, Lincoln, ME 04457
Units16
HUD-assisted16
0.4 mi from city center
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Nearby

Senior living communities near Lincoln

Counting neighboring towns, there are 16 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Lincoln, 10 more than in Lincoln itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Lincoln

See all 16 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Lincoln at a glance

Our directory lists 6 senior living communities with an address in Lincoln, based on public records. 4 of the 6 that report their size have 16 residents or fewer.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer4
  • 17 to 60 residents1
  • More than 60 residents1
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Maine

In Maine, the Maine Department of Health and Human Services licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Maine Department of Health and Human Services about a licensed community, or the Maine long-term care ombudsman at (207) 621-10792.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Maine

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Maine Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Maine Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services helps with claims (207-287-7020).7
Medicare counseling
Maine’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-262-2232.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Lincoln

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Penobscot County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Penobscot County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program2

    (207) 621-1079

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities.

    Website

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Maine Adult Protective Services

    800-624-8404

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Maine State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-262-2232

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services7

    207-287-7020

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Maine Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Maine.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Lincoln

How many senior living communities are in Lincoln, ME?

WeFoundCare lists 6 senior living communities in Lincoln, ME, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Lincoln there are 16.

How many residents can senior living communities in Lincoln serve?

6 of the 6 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 160 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 1,033 adults age 65 and older live in Lincoln.

Who licenses senior living in Maine?

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services licenses senior living in Maine. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Lincoln?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Penobscot County, call (207) 621-1079. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Maine Adult Protective Services at 800-624-8404.

Are there senior living communities near Lincoln?

Nearby cities with listings include Howland (1, 10.0 mi), Lee (1, 10.1 mi), Springfield (1, 17.3 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Lincoln

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Lincoln (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 6 of 6 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Lincoln (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Maine Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Licensing and Certification (via PFR ALMS). pfr.maine.gov/ALMSOnline/ALMSQuery/SearchCompany.aspx Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.