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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Stoneham, ME

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Assisted living costs in East Stoneham average about $6,491 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 71 communities in East Stoneham. Our detailed directory has 263 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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Last Updated: 11/12/24
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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.
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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
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.
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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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
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.
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
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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Cost of assisted living in East Stoneham, ME

The average cost of senior living in East Stoneham is $6,491 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Bethel, ME with an average of $5,823 per month.

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

East Stoneham, ME
$6,491/mo
$6,803/mo
$6,294/mo

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

East Stoneham, ME
$6,491/mo
$6,529/mo
U.S. national average
$4,739/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,491/mo
$6,491/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,086/mo
Studio
$7,134/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,115/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,592/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Stoneham over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Stoneham, ME

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What families are saying about assisted living in East Stoneham

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Stoneham

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 Grande at South Portland

4.4
They are good, again are working on turnover and once situated will be a much better place. They are doing great job with taking care of my dad.

East Stoneham review score based on 62 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 62 reviews of 57 East Stoneham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Stoneham 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

East Stoneham review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
East Stoneham, ME57 facilities
8.4
Auburn, ME11 facilities
8.4
Lewiston, ME11 facilities

Review subcategories for East Stoneham 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 62 reviews of 57 East Stoneham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Stoneham 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
4.6
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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East Stoneham assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Stoneham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Stoneham, 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 East Stoneham 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 East Stoneham 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
26.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
31.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
24.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
29.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Stoneham 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 East Stoneham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Stoneham, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
26.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
3.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Stoneham 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 East Stoneham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Stoneham, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
12.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.8%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.5%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in East Stoneham 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 East Stoneham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Stoneham, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
19.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Stoneham 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 East Stoneham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Stoneham, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
24.6%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
15.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
19.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
8.8%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Stoneham

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 East Stoneham protect seniors.

Learn about Maine Assisted Living regulations

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Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Schooner Estates Senior Living and The Highlands are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Stoneham, Maine. See full list of communities.

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