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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Fayette, ME

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Memory care in Fayette 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 Fayette is about $8,494 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 54 communities, read 172 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lewiston, Farmingdale and Waterville.

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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Foreside Harbor is a premier assisted living community modeled after traditional New England style inns. Our 28 private apartments combine the luxury of oceanside living with a level of quality care that provides you with the independence you cherish. Situated on the shores of Casco Bay, Foreside...
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Cost of memory care in Fayette, ME

The average cost of senior living in Fayette is $8,494 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hallowell, ME with an average of $8,494 per month.

Memory care costs in Fayette, ME, vs. state and national averages

Fayette, ME
$8,494/mo
$9,393/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Fayette, ME, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$8,494/mo

Memory care costs in Fayette, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,421/mo
Studio
$8,738/mo

Senior living costs in Fayette vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Fayette, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFayette, MEMaineU.S.
Memory Care$8,494/mo$9,393/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,366/mo$7,568/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,266/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Fayette, ME:$8,494/mo
Maine:$9,393/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Fayette, ME:$6,366/mo
Maine:$7,568/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Fayette, ME:$3,266/mo
Maine:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Fayette

Recent reviews for memory care in Fayette

The Highlands in Topsham, ME

5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond for the residents and they have lots of activities available for the residents. They gear the activities towards each resident and they even have field trips. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Bay Square at Yarmouth

4.6
The community is a safe and caring community. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff are great to work with. They are attentive and available for the family to speak with.

Casco Inn Residential Care

4.3
The physical plant is inviting. No two rooms are alike and they are well kept and up to date. All of the workers (aides, nurses and other staff) are very professional and seem to care deeply for the residents. They are ready to handle any situation as it arises. The whole place is "home-y", ...
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Fayette review score based on 28 family reviews

7.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 54 Fayette memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Fayette review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Fayette review score compared against nearby cities

7.5
Fayette, ME54 facilities
7.9
Lewiston, ME86 facilities
6.7
Waldoboro, ME54 facilities

Review subcategories for Fayette memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 28 reviews of 54 Fayette memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Fayette resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Fayette, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
2.9
3.7
Friendliness
2.8
3.8
Care services
2.3
3.5
Staff
2.7
3.7
Meals & dining
2.3
3.4
Activities
2.2
3.3
Value for cost*
2.2
3.4
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Fayette memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Fayette memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Fayette, 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 Fayette 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 Fayette that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Fayette, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.5%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
29.6%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
27.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Fayette 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 Fayette Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Fayette, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.8%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.5%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
1.9%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Fayette 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 Fayette partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Fayette, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Fayette 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 Fayette communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Fayette, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
14.8%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Fayette 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 Fayette offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Fayette, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
25.9%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
9.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
25.9%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
7.4%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Fayette

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Maine memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Fayette protect seniors.
Learn about Maine memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Schooner Estates Senior Living, The Highlands and Islebrook Village at Wiscasset are the top-rated memory care facilities near Fayette, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 54 memory care facilities near Fayette, Maine. See the full list.
The 54 memory care facilities near you in Fayette, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Fayette, 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 Fayette, 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 Fayette, Maine ranges from $4104 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Fayette, Maine is $8,494. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Fayette, Maine typically starts at $4104. 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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