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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in East Sweden, ME
Assisted living costs in East Sweden average about $6,428 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 81 communities in East Sweden. Our detailed directory has 390 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Conway, Bridgton and Norway.
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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.
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
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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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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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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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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.
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
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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I write this to those of you who, like me, feel guilty and scared at not being able to care for your loved one who is suffering from ever-developing memory loss any longer. You want him/her to be honored...
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.
Meredith Bay Colony Club overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee in central New Hampshire provides the perfect retirement and assisted living location. We are the region's newest not-for-profit retirement community having opened our state-of-the-art facility in 2009. We very quickly achieved 'Full'...
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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Friendly, caring staff. Well run. Compassionate. Considerate. Spiritual depth needed (Services, hymn singing, Bible reading and preaching.)
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.
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: 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.
Cost of assisted living in East Sweden, ME
The average cost of senior living in East Sweden is $6,428 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,789 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Sweden, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in East Sweden
Recent reviews for assisted living in East Sweden
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 attention from staff. Several reviews highlight the kind and attentive nature of the staff in various communities, such as Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Scarborough Terrace, and The Enclave of Scarborough, who make residents feel special and ensure their needs are met.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Communication is a priority for many communities, with families expressing appreciation for regular updates and open dialogue, as noted in reviews for Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, 75 State Street, and Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Residents enjoy a range of activities and opportunities to connect with others in their community, including movie nights, outings, and social events, as noted in reviews for Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, The Highlands, and Scarborough Terrace.
High-quality, delicious meals and dining experiences. Meals are a highlight for many residents, with communities like Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Schooner Estates Senior Living, and The Enclave of Scarborough praised for their nutritious and flavorful offerings.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are important to residents, with communities like The Grande at South Portland, Golden View Health Care Assisted Living, and Bay Square at Yarmouth mentioned for their commitment to maintaining clean and comfortable living spaces.
Comfortable, homelike environments. Many residents appreciate the warm, friendly atmosphere of their communities, such as Country Village Assisted Living, Schooner Estates Senior Living, and Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, which feel like a welcoming home.
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East Sweden review score based on 80 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 80 reviews of 69 East Sweden assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The East Sweden 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 Sweden review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for East Sweden 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 80 reviews of 69 East Sweden assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Sweden 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.East Sweden, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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East Sweden assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Sweden assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Sweden, 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 Sweden 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 Sweden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Sweden, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.8%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.7%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
39.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30.4%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in East Sweden 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 Sweden Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Sweden, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
31.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.8%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Sweden 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 Sweden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Sweden, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.8%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.9%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.2%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in East Sweden 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 Sweden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Sweden, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.2%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Sweden 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 Sweden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Sweden, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
30.4%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.6%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
24.6%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
14.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Sweden
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 Sweden protect seniors.
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Schooner Estates Senior Living, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and Scarborough Terrace are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Sweden, Maine. See full list of communities.
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