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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Cook Mills, ME
Assisted living costs in Cook Mills average about $6,452 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 86 communities in Cook Mills. Our detailed directory has 475 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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Elm Street Assisted Living is a private facility for women only in Topsham, Maine, next to Brunswick and about 25 miles from Portland. We are very small - 6 private rooms - and give completely personal care. Our home-cooked meals, our activities, the library books we bring home are all geared to...
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5 stars! The best place to visit a loved one, fun staff, beautiful setting, and the best breakfast I've ever had! [Removed] wouldn't leave this place, even if you offered for her to go back home.
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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.
We are a geriatric residential assisted living, honoring aging in place, providing end-of-life care, respite care, and adult day care services. We have both private and semi private rooms, with all the comforts of home. It's important our clients maintain the ability to do at they want when they...
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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.
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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Friendly, caring staff. Well run. Compassionate. Considerate. Spiritual depth needed (Services, hymn singing, Bible reading and preaching.)
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.
Hillhouse Assisted Living provides a calm, relaxing, country-like setting thanks to its nestled location within Bath, ME. The property is surrounded by surrounding greenery and majestic trees. Pathways encourage walking and daily breaths of fresh air. Residents often enjoy the scenic location...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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This place is wonderful, we have had no complaints. The staff is super friendly they are very professional. It is a pretty expensive community. There aren't really any care services provided since it is...
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.
Sugar Hill Retirement Community features apartments and cottages for active independent living that sold as shares in a cooperative style of ownership.There are also Assisted Living suites available. We are proud to be sponsored by Huggins Hospital located here in Wolfeboro, only minutes away...
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, 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
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, 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.
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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: 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.
Cost of assisted living in Cook Mills, ME
The average cost of senior living in Cook Mills is $6,452 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,789 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cook Mills, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cook Mills, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Cook Mills vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Cook Mills, ME by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Cook Mills over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cook Mills, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in Cook Mills
Recent reviews for assisted living in Cook Mills
The Grande at South Portland
5.0
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 done once a week for the residents. Excellent service and great staff! [Name removed] is ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Personalized care and accommodations. Several reviews mention the importance of accommodating individual needs and preferences at various communities. For example, at Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, one resident moved in with their spouse and appreciated having a small kitchenette in their room. At Sunrise of Huntington Common ...
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Thoughtful staff and supportive community. Many residents express gratitude for the kindness and consideration of staff members. At Sunrise of Huntington Common, staff members went above and beyond to ensure a warm welcome and a smooth move-in process for residents and their families. At Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, one residen ...
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Engaging activities and events. Reviews often highlight the importance of socialization and activities in keeping residents engaged and active. At Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, residents love the wide range of activities offered, from games to entertainment. At The Highlands, residents enjoy participating in activitie ...
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Quality food and dining experiences. Residents and families consistently mention the significance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with their community. At Atria Kennebunk, one resident's family is pleased with the first-rate dining facilities and the delicious meals. At Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, the chef ...
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Open and consistent communication. Clear communication between staff and families is key to ensuring peace of mind and addressing any concerns. At Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, administrative personnel keep residents' families updated on any issues and maintain a positive and friendly attitude. At Scarborough Terrace, st ...
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Safe and caring environment. Residents and families value the sense of safety and security provided by their community. At Sunrise of Huntington Common, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being, even during emergencies. At Scarborough Terrace, the staff's quick and compassionate response during a ...
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Cook Mills review score based on 86 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 86 reviews of 75 Cook Mills assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Cook Mills review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
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Review subcategories for Cook Mills assisted living
When assisted living 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 86 reviews of 75 Cook Mills assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cook Mills resident and family assisted living 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.Cook Mills, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Cook Mills assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cook Mills assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cook Mills, 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 Cook Mills assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cook Mills 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
38.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.7%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.7%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
32%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Cook Mills assisted living
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 Cook Mills Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cook Mills assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cook Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.7%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.7%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cook Mills assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cook Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cook Mills assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cook Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
32%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.7%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.7%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
28%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cook Mills
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maine assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cook Mills protect seniors.
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Schooner Estates Senior Living, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and Atria Kennebunk are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cook Mills, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 86 assisted living facilities near Cook Mills, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Cook Mills, Maine is Atria Kennebunk. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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