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Assisted living costs in Deblois average about $6,493 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 26 communities in Deblois. Our detailed directory has 115 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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What we like about Birch Bay is the friendly caregivers and thoughtful activities- music therapy in particular! The community feels small and homey
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.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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My mom passed away over a year ago. She chose not to participate in meals in the dining room or the activities. Covid affected over 12 months of her stay. She had several med errors and two staff that worked...
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.
Winterberry Heights Assisted Living features 78 well designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom retirement and assisted living apartments. We also offer a dedicated wing with 14 apartments designed to accommodate residents with memory care needs. This wing, which has a separate entrance, is...
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Once placed at Dirigo Pines, there was no instructions about how to to forward. Things like making a hair appointment, policies on visitors or outings, arranging for personal care like podiatrist etc. a...
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.
Dirigo Pines is an independent living, assisted living, specialized care, and memory care community situated in picturesque Orono, Maine. Residents choose from a wide range of lifestyle options and styles designed for comfort and convenience. At Dirigo Pines residents can stroll along the...
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My loved one stayed at this facility at a time, and the care they provided was excellent. However he was not quite ready for full time nursing care, and still wanted a level of independence. We decided to...
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.
Orono Commons is located in historic and vibrant Orono, Maine. Home to the University of Maine, Orono is an exciting and growing city on the shores of the Penobscot River. We are proud of our beautiful community and the high quality assistance we provide to our residents. Our caring staff can...
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I can say very affirmatively that my mother was much relieved with the care she got at Westgate Manor. They are a skilled nursing facility that really specializes in dementia care and alzheimer's care. Of...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Westgate Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Bangor, Maine. We specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. The center features a large dining room and an...
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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.
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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, 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...
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.
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
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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.
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Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
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.
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Deblois, ME

The average cost of senior living in Deblois is $6,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Osborn, ME with an average of $5,532 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deblois, ME vs. nearby cities

Deblois, ME
$6,493/mo
$6,493/mo
$6,140/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deblois, ME vs. the state and national average

Deblois, ME
$6,493/mo
$6,538/mo
U.S. national average
$4,733/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Deblois vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,493/mo
$6,493/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Deblois, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$7,088/mo
Studio
$6,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,348/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,683/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Deblois over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Deblois, ME

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Deblois.

What families are saying about assisted living in Deblois

Recent reviews for assisted living in Deblois

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME

4.4
My elderly parents have been living at Birch Bay for over 10 years. They have lived in both an independent living apt and assisted living. Now that my Dad is deceased and Mom is dealing with health issues, she moved to assisted living. The level of care is generally very good and I have peace of ...
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Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME

4.9
I have lived here for over 4 years. We recently had a large turnover in management which was needed, and all the staff, both remaining long timers and new, are professional, caring, devoted to quality service, and reflect that in their daily interaction with the residents both in the Inn and in ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

5.0
Facility offers apartments with one bedroom dining room bathroom combination, which is one of very few like that in the area. Most assisted living facilities provide clients a room with a bath. One of very few assisted living options that offer an apartment style setup, not just a single room ...
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Deblois review score based on 35 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 35 reviews of 24 Deblois assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Deblois 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

Deblois review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Deblois, ME24 facilities
8.7
Ellsworth, ME22 facilities
8.4
Brewer, ME16 facilities

Review subcategories for Deblois 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 35 reviews of 24 Deblois assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Deblois 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Deblois assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deblois assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deblois, 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 Deblois 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 Deblois 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
16.7%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20.8%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
4.2%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
8.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Deblois 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 Deblois Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Deblois, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20.8%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.3%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Deblois 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 Deblois partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Deblois, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Deblois 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 Deblois communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.3%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deblois 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 Deblois offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
8.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20.8%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20.8%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
4.2%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Deblois

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 Deblois protect seniors.

Learn about Maine Assisted Living regulations

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Birch Bay Retirement Village, Winterberry Heights Senior Living and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Deblois, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 26 assisted living facilities near Deblois, Maine. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Deblois, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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