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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Gardiner, ME
Memory care in West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner is about $5,742 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 18 communities, read 46 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Lewiston, Brunswick and Augusta.
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The facility and everything about it is very nice about Schooner Estates, however the cost is extreme. It is costing nearly [fee removed]per month.
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.
At Schooner Estates Senior Living Community, we’ve created a home with you in mind. Our spacious, well-appointed apartments and studios, customized services, delicious meals, and wide array of activities make life enjoyable and worry free. We offer Independent living, Assisted Living and...
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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.
Captain Lewis Residence is a Level IV residential care facility situated in a beautiful, expanded Victorian sea captain's home overlooking the Kennebec River in Farmingdale, Maine (about a 45 minute drive north of Portland - just south of Augusta). For the past fourteen years, this family owned...
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I continue to be impressed, almost on a daily basis. The staff, individually and collectively are thoughtful, caring, and enjoy supporting the residents in whatever way they can. A small example, my rolling...
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.
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, 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.
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.
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, 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.
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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...
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Excellent care at D'youville. We had visited a number of care facilities in the area. Because of hospitalization, a quick move took us to a facility that was not prepared for the level of care my wife...
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.
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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Cost of memory care in West Gardiner, ME
The average cost of senior living in West Gardiner is $5,742 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 West Gardiner
Recent reviews for memory care in West Gardiner
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.
Schooner Estates Senior Living in Auburn, ME
4.5
Schooner Estates is the best in the area, especially if you want to be close to your loved one. This has been the best community we have been to. The staff tries hard to meet all the needs of the residents. The communication with the staff is okay, it can be hard due to low staffing and ...
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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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West Gardiner memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Gardiner memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Gardiner, 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 West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Gardiner, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Gardiner, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Gardiner, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Gardiner, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Gardiner 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 West Gardiner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Gardiner, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schooner Estates Senior Living, The Highlands and The Lincoln Home are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Gardiner, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 18 memory care facilities near West Gardiner, Maine. See the full list.
The 18 memory care facilities near you in West Gardiner, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in West Gardiner, 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 West Gardiner, 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 West Gardiner, Maine ranges from $695 to $13000. The average Memory Care cost in West Gardiner, Maine is $5,742. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in West Gardiner, 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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