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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Newcastle, ME
Assisted living costs in Newcastle average about $6,434 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 89 communities in Newcastle. Our detailed directory has 333 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 Augusta, Brunswick and Gardiner.
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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.
Webster offers personalized assisted living services to 14 residents with memory care deficit who may wander and need to be on a secure unit, in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport just minutes off the highway, and a short drive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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
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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, 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.
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
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
Foreside Harbor is a premier assisted living community modeled after traditional New England style inns. Our 28 private apartments combine the luxury of oceanside living with a level of quality care that provides you with the independence you cherish. Situated on the shores of Casco Bay, Foreside...
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.
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.
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
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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
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
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.
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My sister has had a great experience transitioning into Casco Inn Residential Care. She really enjoys the variety of healthy food options. My sister is really delighted with all of the activities that she is...
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.
Casco Inn Residential Care is located in a beautiful area that is perfect for visiting and for choosing as home. Set in Casco, ME, this community offers its residents great views and the opportunity to enjoy life in a peaceful area. Those visiting the residents of Casco Inn Residential Care will...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Norway Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Norway, Maine. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. Norway's Residential Care has its own living room area, and dining room.
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
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Gorham House is a warm, welcoming place where residents can relax and enjoy our convenient amenities. Below are some of our highlighted amenities:Beauty shopOutdoor walkwaysRecreation roomSpacious common areas
Cost of assisted living in Newcastle, ME
The average cost of senior living in Newcastle is $6,434 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Newcastle, ME vs. nearby cities
Newcastle, ME
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Newcastle, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Newcastle vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Newcastle, ME by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Newcastle over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Newcastle, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in Newcastle
Recent reviews for assisted living in Newcastle
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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Newcastle review score based on 61 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 61 reviews of 76 Newcastle assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Newcastle 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
Newcastle review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Newcastle 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 61 reviews of 76 Newcastle assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Newcastle 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.Newcastle, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Newcastle assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Newcastle assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Newcastle, 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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Newcastle, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
31.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
32.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
32.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Newcastle 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 Newcastle Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Newcastle, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.9%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.5%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.1%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Newcastle 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 Newcastle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Newcastle, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.1%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Newcastle 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 Newcastle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Newcastle, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.4%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
15.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Newcastle 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 Newcastle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Newcastle, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
23.7%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.2%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.2%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
17.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.8%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.8%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
19.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Newcastle
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 Newcastle protect seniors.
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Schooner Estates Senior Living, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and The Highlands are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Newcastle, Maine. See full list of communities.
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