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Memory care in Indian River 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 Indian River is about $8,296 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 45 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I feel so fortunate that my children decided that this was the place for me to live all the rest of my days. There is not doubt in my mind that after COVID first landed. New admistrator trying to please...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Safe Harbor Memory Care at Birch Bay Retirement Village is an award-winning program providing a secure, nurturing home for individuals with Alzheimer’s, dementia, and other memory impairments. Each resident enjoys a private suite—many with scenic views of beautiful Frenchman Bay—and personalized...
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
Photo of Parker Ridge
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The place to retire in Downeast Maine. Just south of Blue Hill, Maine, on a peninsula dotted with gracious summer homes, is a pleasant and welcoming community on 28-acres surrounded by woods and walking trails and commanding stunning views of Blue Hill Bay. This is Parker Ridge. With panoramic...
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Cost of memory care in Indian River, ME

The average cost of senior living in Indian River is $8,296 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Marshville, ME with an average of $7,043 per month.

Memory care costs in Indian River, ME, vs. nearby cities

Indian River, ME
$8,296/mo

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

Indian River, ME
$8,296/mo
$6,758/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,296/mo

Memory care costs in Indian River, ME, by floor plan type

Studio
$9,540/mo

Senior living costs in Indian River 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: Indian River, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIndian River, MEMaineU.S.
Memory Care$8,296/mo$6,758/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$8,296/mo$6,744/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,903/mo$5,724/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Indian River, ME:$8,296/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Indian River, ME:$8,296/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Indian River, ME:$4,903/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Indian River

Recent reviews for memory care in Indian River

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME

5.0
It is a happy place and freedom to enjoy my last years of life. Great amenities worry free of maintaining a house and all that needs to do to up keep it. The staff is wonderful very empathic and friendly and always ready to listen. Man activity choices and outings in town errands shopping.

Indian River memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Indian River memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Indian River, 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 Indian River 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 Indian River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Indian River, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
10%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
20%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Indian River 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 Indian River Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Indian River, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
67.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Indian River 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 Indian River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Indian River, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
49.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Indian River 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 Indian River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Indian River, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Indian River 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 Indian River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Indian River, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Indian River

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 Indian River protect seniors.
Learn about Maine memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Birch Bay Retirement Village, Mainestays At Flower Cottage and Davis Estates are the top-rated memory care facilities near Indian River, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Indian River, Maine. See the full list.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Indian River, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Indian River, 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 Indian River, 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 Indian River, Maine ranges from $4000 to $12330. The average Memory Care cost in Indian River, Maine is $8,296. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Indian River, Maine typically starts at $4000. 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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