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Memory care in East Knox offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in East Knox is about $5,934 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 55 communities, read 93 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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This review is for memory care: Staff is very committed to excellent care, and always available for consultation. After hours phone coverage is very sporadic and needs improvement. Memory Care unit should...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Winterberry Heights Assisted Living features 78 well designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom retirement and assisted living apartments. We also offer a dedicated wing with 14 apartments designed to accommodate residents with memory care needs. This wing, which has a separate entrance, is...
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I can't say enough about the care my mother-in-law received at The Lincoln Home. The small, home like environment was a perfect fit - staff go above and beyond to support each resident as an individual and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Lincoln Home, an all inclusive, vibrant community for seniors, is situated on the banks of the Damariscotta River in Midcoast Maine.Vibrant Senior Living is our mission. Our seniors engage intellectually and creatively, share laughter and companionship, and experience all that Midcoast Maine...
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Once placed at Dirigo Pines, there was no instructions about how to to forward. Things like making a hair appointment, policies on visitors or outings, arranging for personal care like podiatrist etc. a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Dirigo Pines is an independent living, assisted living, specialized care, and memory care community situated in picturesque Orono, Maine. Residents choose from a wide range of lifestyle options and styles designed for comfort and convenience. At Dirigo Pines residents can stroll along the...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
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I can say very affirmatively that my mother was much relieved with the care she got at Westgate Manor. They are a skilled nursing facility that really specializes in dementia care and alzheimer's care. Of...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Westgate Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Bangor, Maine. We specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. The center features a large dining room and an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Captain Lewis Residence is a Level IV residential care facility situated in a beautiful, expanded Victorian sea captain's home overlooking the Kennebec River in Farmingdale, Maine (about a 45 minute drive north of Portland - just south of Augusta). For the past fourteen years, this family owned...
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My loved one stayed at this facility at a time, and the care they provided was excellent. However he was not quite ready for full time nursing care, and still wanted a level of independence. We decided to...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Orono Commons is located in historic and vibrant Orono, Maine. Home to the University of Maine, Orono is an exciting and growing city on the shores of the Penobscot River. We are proud of our beautiful community and the high quality assistance we provide to our residents. Our caring staff can...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
St. Andrews Village is a gracious, full service retirement community in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. By extending its senior living options and levels of care, St. Andrews created a new paradigm for senior living in Mid-Coast Maine. The St. Andrews Village Retirement Community opened its doors in...
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Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of memory care in East Knox, ME

The average cost of senior living in East Knox is $5,934 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Knox, ME vs. nearby cities

East Knox, ME
$5,718/mo
$6,162/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Knox, ME vs. the state and national average

East Knox, ME
$5,718/mo
$6,443/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in East Knox vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,718/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in East Knox, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$7,757/mo
Studio
$6,977/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,178/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,617/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in East Knox over time

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What families are saying about memory care in East Knox

Recent reviews for memory care in East Knox

Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME

3.8
They were under staffed but part of that was due to covid. They do a good job but only offer certain services. There was very little enrichment, but again due to covid. It is on the expensive side. The staff are wonderful, caring, friendly and always available. The facility itself is ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

5.0
Every employee is pleasant, helpful and engages with residents, seamlessly adjusting the interaction such that it is appropriate to that resident. During my initial tour, I asked about hiring. The answer resonated with me as they said “we look for attitude, aptitude and people who care, as we ...
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East Knox memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Knox memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Knox, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in East Knox memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in East Knox that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Knox, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.7%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.3%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
14.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.6%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
9.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Knox memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of East Knox Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Knox, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
14.5%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
5.5%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
12.7%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Knox memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of East Knox partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Knox, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.5%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in East Knox memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of East Knox communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Knox, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.5%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
7.3%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.8%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Knox memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in East Knox offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Knox, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
9.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.3%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.5%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
3.6%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10.9%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.7%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.1%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.3%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.3%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10.9%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
10.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
3.6%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
9.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Winterberry Heights Senior Living, The Lincoln Home and Chase Point Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near East Knox, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 55 memory care facilities near East Knox, Maine. See the full list.

The 55 memory care facilities near you in East Knox, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in East Knox, Maine, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in East Knox, Maine, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in East Knox, Maine ranges from $2812 to $12500. The average Memory Care cost in East Knox, Maine is $5,934. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in East Knox, Maine typically starts at $2812. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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