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Every employee is pleasant, helpful and engages with residents, seamlessly adjusting the interaction such that it is appropriate to that resident. During my initial tour, I asked about hiring. The answer...
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.
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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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.
When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
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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, 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.
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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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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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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.
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.
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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Jackson, ME

The average cost of senior living in Jackson is $5,721 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.

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

Jackson, ME
$5,721/mo
$6,003/mo
$6,140/mo

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

Jackson, ME
$5,721/mo
$6,434/mo
U.S. national average
$4,596/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,721/mo
$5,721/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,088/mo
Studio
$6,517/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,367/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,342/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Jackson over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Jackson, 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 Jackson.

What families are saying about assisted living in Jackson

Recent reviews for assisted living in Jackson

Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

5.0
From my first contact with Winterberry Heights I was very impressed with the prompt, professional attention that my Mom received, but as family members we were treated the exactly the same. Every call was answered timely. Each question or concern was addressed and our minds set at ease. Mom ...
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Jackson assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jackson assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jackson, 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 Jackson 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 Jackson 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
10.5%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.5%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
15.8%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.3%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
5.3%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
15.8%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Jackson 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 Jackson Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Jackson, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.8%
50.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
10.5%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
13.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jackson 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 Jackson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jackson, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.3%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Jackson 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 Jackson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jackson, MENational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
5.3%
35.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jackson 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 Jackson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jackson, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
10.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.3%
30.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
10.5%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
10.5%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
5.3%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10.5%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
10.5%
46%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.3%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.5%
44.9%
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State regulations for assisted living in Jackson

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 Jackson protect seniors.

Learn about Maine Assisted Living regulations

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Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Harbor Hill Center and Bayview Manor are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Jackson, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 22 assisted living facilities near Jackson, Maine. See the full list.

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