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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Heron Island, ME
Memory care in Heron Island 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 Heron Island is about $5,913 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 9 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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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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, 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.
Opening Spring 2025Welcome Home!Islebrook Village at Wiscasset will feature 105 spacious apartments, including studios, one bedroom, and two bedrooms. All apartments will be designed to meet the level of care residents need. Independent living residents may continue their active lifestyle, with...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Heron Island, ME
The average cost of senior living in Heron Island is $5,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Heron Island
Recent reviews for memory care in Heron Island
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.
Sunnybrook in Brunswick, ME
4.7
Sunnybrook Village is very homey. The staff is really good at handling a difficult transition. They promote a welcoming group among the residents. They really helped mom integrate. The only thing that would help make everything a five is to have a better range of activities. I would like to see ...
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Avita of Brunswick
5.0
This is a nice community for good care. The menu is appealing and a lot really the good fine food that we have had her. We like the staff is caring and the community has a good feeling. The staff really care and know each person by name. This has a good home environment for the residents. We ...
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Heron Island memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Heron Island memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Heron Island, 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 Heron Island 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 Heron Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Heron Island 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 Heron Island Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Heron Island 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 Heron Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Heron Island, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Heron Island 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 Heron Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Heron Island, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Heron Island 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 Heron Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Highlands, The Lincoln Home and St. Andrews Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Heron Island, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Heron Island, Maine. See the full list.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Heron Island, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Heron Island, 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 Heron Island, 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 Heron Island, Maine ranges from $695 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Heron Island, Maine is $5,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Heron Island, Maine typically starts at $695. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Heron Island
- Brunswick, Maine
- Newcastle, Maine
- Topsham, Maine
- Bath, Maine
- Cedar Grove, Maine
- Saint George, Maine
- Boothbay, Maine
- Spruce Shores, Maine
- Wiscasset, Maine
- Alna Center, Maine
- Alna, Maine
- Sheepscot, Maine
- South Newcastle, Maine
- East Edgecomb, Maine
- Head Tide, Maine
- North Newcastle, Maine
- Back Narrows, Maine
- South Bristol, Maine
- West Bristol, Maine
- Walpole, Maine
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