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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Farmington, ME

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Assisted living costs in Farmington average about $5,877 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 41 communities in Farmington. Our detailed directory has 54 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 Skowhegan, Madison and Jay.

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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, 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.
Photo of Auburn Home For Aged Women
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.
Photo of Lamp Alzheimer's Residential
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.
Photo of Washington Manor, JSLS
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.
Photo of Dexter Boarding 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Farmington, ME

The average cost of senior living in Farmington is $5,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $4,800 per month.

Assisted living costs in Farmington, ME, vs. nearby cities

Farmington, ME
$5,877/mo
$6,050/mo

Assisted living costs in Farmington, ME, vs. state and national averages

Farmington, ME
$5,877/mo
$6,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Farmington, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,877/mo
$5,877/mo

Assisted living costs in Farmington, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,750/mo
Studio
$6,755/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,833/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,900/mo

Senior living costs in Farmington vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Farmington, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFarmington, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$5,877/mo$6,744/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,877/mo$6,758/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,532/mo$5,724/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Farmington, ME:$5,877/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Farmington, ME:$5,877/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Farmington, ME:$4,532/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Farmington, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Farmington and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Farmington, MEME stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Farmington, ME

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Farmington have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Farmington, ME$5,852/mo$6,235/mo-6.2%
Maine$5,067/mo$5,420/mo-6.5%
National$4,525/mo$4,553/mo-0.6%
Farmington, ME
2024 average cost:$5,852/mo
2023 average cost:$6,235/mo
Percent change:-6.2%
Maine
2024 average cost:$5,067/mo
2023 average cost:$5,420/mo
Percent change:-6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$4,525/mo
2023 average cost:$4,553/mo
Percent change:-0.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Farmington, 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 Farmington.

What families are saying about assisted living in Farmington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Farmington

Schooner Estates Senior Living in Auburn, ME

3.8
There is a big difference between the cost/benefit of the assisted living part of the facility and the memory care part. Biggest diff is quality of food. Also, likely typical for the job, but the turnover rate for both the head nurse and the rest of staff on the floor is very high. This feels ...
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Clover Health Care in Auburn, ME

4.4
It seems like it is a busy place with lots of people coming and going...the director was very helpful and made the process easy.

Farmington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Farmington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Farmington, 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 Farmington 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 Farmington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Farmington, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
13.3%
52.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
13.3%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
3.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.7%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
6.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
10%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Farmington 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 Farmington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Farmington, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
13.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
3.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10%
41.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Farmington 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 Farmington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Farmington, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
3.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
3.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
6.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Farmington 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 Farmington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Farmington, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
6.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
6.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Farmington 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 Farmington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Farmington, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
13.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
6.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.3%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.7%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
6.7%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
3.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
3.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
10%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
6.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
6.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.3%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Farmington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Maine assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Farmington protect seniors.
Learn about Maine assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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