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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in North Islesboro, ME
Assisted living costs in North Islesboro average about $6,031 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 59 communities in North Islesboro. Our detailed directory has 128 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 Belfast, Blue Hill and Rockland.
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Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
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Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for...
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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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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.
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
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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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.
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.
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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
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, 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.
Cost of assisted living in North Islesboro, ME
The average cost of senior living in North Islesboro is $6,031 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in North Islesboro, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in North Islesboro, ME vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in North Islesboro, ME by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Islesboro, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in North Islesboro
Recent reviews for assisted living in North Islesboro
Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME
4.4
My elderly parents have been living at Birch Bay for over 10 years. They have lived in both an independent living apt and assisted living. Now that my Dad is deceased and Mom is dealing with health issues, she moved to assisted living. The level of care is generally very good and I have peace of ...
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Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME
4.9
I have lived here for over 4 years. We recently had a large turnover in management which was needed, and all the staff, both remaining long timers and new, are professional, caring, devoted to quality service, and reflect that in their daily interaction with the residents both in the Inn and in ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME
5.0
Facility offers apartments with one bedroom dining room bathroom combination, which is one of very few like that in the area. Most assisted living facilities provide clients a room with a bath.
One of very few assisted living options that offer an apartment style setup, not just a single room ...
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North Islesboro review score based on 36 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 47 North Islesboro assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The North Islesboro 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
North Islesboro review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for North Islesboro 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 36 reviews of 47 North Islesboro assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Islesboro 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.North Islesboro, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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North Islesboro assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Islesboro assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Islesboro, 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 North Islesboro 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 North Islesboro 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
17%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.6%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
19.1%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
6.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in North Islesboro 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 North Islesboro Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Islesboro, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.3%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
8.5%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
17%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Islesboro 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 North Islesboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Islesboro, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.8%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
12.8%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.8%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.4%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Islesboro 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 North Islesboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Islesboro, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.1%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
10.6%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Islesboro 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 North Islesboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
12.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.5%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
6.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.9%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
17%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.8%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.6%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
14.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
4.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.8%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.8%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Islesboro
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 North Islesboro protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Birch Bay Retirement Village, Winterberry Heights Senior Living and The Lincoln Home are the top-rated assisted living facilities near North Islesboro, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 59 assisted living facilities near North Islesboro, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in North Islesboro, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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