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Memory care in Long 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 Long Island is about $6,832 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 23 communities, read 147 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
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9.4
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57 reviews
9.4
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57 reviews
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I would highly recommend it. We would choose it again for our dad. We are absolutely satisfied. My dad is thriving. The staff is amazing.
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.
Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living located in beautiful Portland, Maine, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Birchwoods at Canco is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our gracious dining room...
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8.7
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17 reviews
8.7
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17 reviews
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What I like the most about the 75 State Street community is the clear communication between administrators and staff regarding policies. All alerts or policy changes that I am appraised of go to my son and...
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.
Located in the beautiful port side city of Portland, Maine, Seventy-Five State Street is an active and vibrant community within a community. Established in 1854, we are one of the oldest not for profits in the city and enjoy a stellar reputation of high-quality care and services for people of all...
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8.5
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8 reviews
8.5
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8 reviews
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When we decided to place Mom in memory care we based our decision solely on how she would be received and cared for. [name removed] and [name removed] made the decision hands down for Fallbrook Woods....
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.
Fallbrook Woods -- Maine's leading memory-care community -- is engaging individuals in meaningful ways, by keeping choices in mind.Nestled on 17 acres in Portland's North Deering neighborhood, Fallbrook Woods offers choices that promote the mental, spiritual, social and physical well-being of the...
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8.0
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4 reviews
8.0
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4 reviews
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I really like Park Danforth and my loved one likes it as well. We picked this community, because my father was here previously and had a great experience. It's a safe place for a loved one that I am...
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.
At The Park Danforth, we have luxurious, attractive apartments available for seniors who are looking for premier retirement communities with independent living or assisted living. Now is your time to relax, so make The Park Danforth your retirement home in Portland, ME. We offer various degrees...
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7.2
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23 reviews
7.2
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23 reviews
5 star
35%
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39%
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4%
2 star
9%
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13%
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The Harbor Chase of South Portland is very knowledgeable about residents with dementia and how to handle them. They walk you through the process and explain how it works. The housekeeping and laundry are...
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.
We are proud to introduce The Grande at South Portland, where you can experience the luxury Maine senior living you desire with the professional care you need.Bridge Senior Living has been proudly serving the residents of since 2019, and now, more Portland-area residents can experience our...
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I would tell others that it is a small community. The owners are very involved in running the community and caring for the residents. The staff are very good about getting the residents to appointments. ...
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.
Ledgeview Assisted Living — When living alone is no longer an option and a nursing home isn't the answer. Ledgeview Living — where winter brings the warmth of a crackling fire in our fireplaces and summer evening breezes bring the scent of pint trees and seasonal flowers. — Where residents can...
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7.0
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30 reviews
7.0
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30 reviews
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Every staff member at Bay Square is fully engaged and always willing to lend a hand in any situation. They are kind, thoughtful, and patient at all times. Most importantly, from the leadership staff to the...
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.
Like a grand seaside inn, Bay Square at Yarmouth extends a warm and majestic invitation to all who come its way. Inside, the atmosphere is filled with joy of family, fond memories and proud traditions. Welcome to Senior living 'the way it was meant to be!' Splendidly located just beyond the...
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My mother moved to the Landing (fka Village Crossing) 3+ years ago and had a very good experience despite all the challenges associated with Covid. The staff at the Landing were fantastic and always...
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.
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.
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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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
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.
Photo of Seaside Nursing & Retirement
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of Atrium At Cedars
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.
Photo of Portland Center For Assisted
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.
Photo of Deering Pavilion
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.
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...
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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.
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.
Photo of Larrabee Village
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: 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.
Webster offers personalized assisted living services to 14 residents with memory care deficit who may wander and need to be on a secure unit, in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport just minutes off the highway, and a short drive...

Cost of memory care in Long Island, ME

The average cost of senior living in Long Island is $6,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,822 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Long Island, ME vs. nearby cities

Long Island, ME
$6,832/mo
$7,012/mo

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

Long Island, ME
$6,832/mo
$6,548/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Long Island vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,832/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Long Island, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$8,700/mo
Studio
$8,156/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,647/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,745/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Long Island over time

Long Island, MEME stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Long Island

Recent reviews for memory care in Long Island

Avita of Stroudwater in Westbrook, ME

5.0
They did try to take good care of my loved one. They offered daily activities and the community was clean. The food was good. My loved one was only there for a short time as we realized he needed more care than they were able to provide. They oversold themselves on the care that was ...
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Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME

4.0
So far it has been a great fit for my mom at the Stroudwater Lodge. It is a new and beautiful community. It is the first one we toured and it had everything we needed. It is very convenient for my mom to get to her nearby Dr. appointments. Most of the time the communication is pretty good with ...
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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.

Long Island review score based on 37 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 22 Long Island memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Long Island 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

Long Island review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Long Island, ME22 facilities
7.6
Portland, ME30 facilities
7.6
South Portland, ME29 facilities

Review subcategories for Long Island 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 37 reviews of 22 Long Island memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Long Island 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.
Long Island, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Long Island memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Long Island memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Long 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 Long 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 Long Island that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Long Island, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.8%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.8%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.4%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Long 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 Long Island Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Long Island, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
18.2%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.2%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
4.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Long 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 Long Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Long Island, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Long 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 Long Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Long Island, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Long 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 Long Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Long Island, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
31.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
22.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.8%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.8%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Scarborough Terrace and The Highlands are the top-rated memory care facilities near Long Island, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 23 memory care facilities near Long Island, Maine. See the full list.

The 23 memory care facilities near you in Long 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 Long 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 Long 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 Long Island, Maine ranges from $695 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in Long Island, Maine is $6,832. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Long 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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