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9 Best Memory Care Facilities in Kittery, ME
Memory care in Kittery 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 Kittery is about $6,381 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 203 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Carriage Hill Assisted Living is a family owned and operated residence with 24 residents and opened in December 2015. Our residency is intentionally small for each resident to receive individualized attention and to know each staff member caring for his or her needs. Above all, Carriage Hill...
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9.6
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76 reviews
It was difficult to get return calls from nursing staff. Some orders weren't carried out. Limited activities especially for those higher functioning. Very expensive and constantly increasing costs. Thank God...
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.
Spring Village at Dover is a new 56-bed assisted living community specializing in memory care, conveniently located in the developing Pointe Place neighborhood of Dover, NH. Woodbine Senior Living, LLC, a management and development company with over 40 years of experience in the Senior Living...
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9.3
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48 reviews
We have found the staff to be extremely kind and supportive of their residents. We picked this community because of the location and it was most convenient to my brothers home and work.
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.
Benchmark at Rye ~ only one mile from the ocean, is the Seacoast’s only community devoted exclusively to memory care. Residents live their lives here with dignity in a secure and peaceful setting where they can connect to the people, passions and things that matter most to them.Coastal...
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9.3
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41 reviews
Overall, we are happy with Langdon Place, particularly with the nursing staff. They are warm, friendly, patient. The place is not well maintained and could be cleaner. We have noted safety issues like...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Please note that the Assisted Living and Memory Care is private pay only. We do not accept Medicaid on either unit. Additionally electric scooters and electric wheelchairs are not permitted. Self propel wheelchairs only and resident must resident on first floor. We have two elevators with three...
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8.0
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1 review
I would give every category a 5!!!! It is a hidden gem!!!! It was a great value, I didn't need to worry any more and the staff became part of my family. When my mom passed they were upset as I was. Crying in...
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.
The Inn at Edgewood provides individual care to our residents earning us a reputation as the right choice in assisted living senior care.As part of the family-owned Edgewood Centre campus, the Inn at Edgewood is situated on 18 beautiful acres in the historic seaside town of Portsmouth, New...
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26 reviews
Friendly and caring staff My mil says she feels spoiled by the staff. She enjoys all of the activities Has met a bestie there and is really happy MIL love her room. Just wish it was more updated with...
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.
Sentry Hill at York Harbor is the preeminent retirement community in New England beautifully situated on 12 acres within easy walking distance of historic York Village and York Harbor. Designed after the style of the grand hotels of the 1890's; senior living at Sentry Hill offers a retirement...
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9.0
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4 reviews
5s across the board, really. They were wonderful, and I wish we had gotten him there sooner. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far
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.
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Two of our loved ones started their journey at other places for different reasons, but thankfully we were able to move them both to memory care at Wentworth Senior Living. The care at WSL is superior to all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
The Village at Dover Point, an AGELESS LIFESTYLE™ Community, located in Dover New Hampshire is a community for adults to live, whether they are Independent or need some assistance. Our full menu of Care-cierge services and support is available to you as you need them. Just 10 minutes from the...
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I would tell my friends that hands down this is an awesome place to bring a loved one. The community seems to be caring and patient with my loved ones needs. The director down to the receptionist was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
assisted living facility located on Route 4 just outside of downtown Durham, New Hampshire. A pre-admission assessment of all applicants, required by the state of New Hampshire, is done to determine the appropriate level of care required by the individual. This also determines if Harmony Homes...
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Cost of memory care in Kittery, ME
The average cost of senior living in Kittery is $6,381 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scituate, ME with an average of $6,354 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Kittery
Recent reviews for memory care in Kittery
Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA
5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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Kirkwood Corners in Lee, NH
5.0
The community is very clean and neat. The staff is very nice and friendly and the food is amazing and tastes so good. They have lots of activities available also. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Partridge House in Hampton, NH
5.0
The staff loves what they do and it shows!!!! The facility is very homey and sets a relaxed atmosphere. I highly recommend. My siblings were all very impressed with the facility and mom's care as well.
My Mom passed in July and I was so happy she spent her last months here.
Kittery review score based on 64 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 64 reviews of 9 Kittery memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Kittery 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
Kittery review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Kittery 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 64 reviews of 9 Kittery memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Kittery 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.Kittery, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Kittery memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kittery memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kittery, 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 Kittery 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 Kittery that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kittery, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.9%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
55.6%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Kittery 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 Kittery Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kittery, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
88.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kittery 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 Kittery partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kittery, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
88.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
88.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Kittery 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 Kittery communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kittery, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kittery 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 Kittery offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kittery, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Spring Village at Dover are the top-rated memory care facilities near Kittery, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 9 memory care facilities near Kittery, Maine. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Kittery, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Spring Village at Dover and Atria Kennebunk. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 9 memory care facilities near you in Kittery, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Kittery, 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 Kittery, 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 Kittery, Maine ranges from $300 to $13224. The average Memory Care cost in Kittery, Maine is $6,381. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Kittery, Maine typically starts at $300. 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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