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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in North Scarborough, ME

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Assisted living costs in North Scarborough average about $7,198 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 29 communities in North Scarborough. Our detailed directory has 257 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.

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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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Cost of assisted living in North Scarborough, ME

The average cost of senior living in North Scarborough is $7,198 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,773 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Scarborough, ME, vs. nearby cities

North Scarborough, ME
$7,198/mo
$7,227/mo

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

North Scarborough, ME
$7,198/mo
$6,746/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in North Scarborough, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,198/mo
$7,246/mo

Assisted living costs in North Scarborough, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,731/mo
Studio
$8,333/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,647/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,105/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in North Scarborough 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: North Scarborough, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Scarborough, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$7,198/mo$6,746/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,246/mo$6,760/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$6,384/mo$5,734/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
North Scarborough, ME:$7,198/mo
Maine:$6,746/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
North Scarborough, ME:$7,246/mo
Maine:$6,760/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
North Scarborough, ME:$6,384/mo
Maine:$5,734/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Scarborough, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Scarborough 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in North Scarborough, ME

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Scarborough 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
North Scarborough, ME$5,858/mo$5,513/mo+6.2%
Maine$6,061/mo$5,685/mo+6.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
North Scarborough, ME
2024 average cost:$5,858/mo
2023 average cost:$5,513/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
Maine
2024 average cost:$6,061/mo
2023 average cost:$5,685/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Scarborough, 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 North Scarborough.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Scarborough

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Scarborough

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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Avita of Wells

5.0
Each and every one of their staff provided the excellent care that any family would want their loved one to receive. The staff at Avita cared for her as if she were their own loved one and made our family feel like a welcomed part of the community. Avita staff was actively trying to engage her ...
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North Scarborough review score based on 58 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 58 reviews of 29 North Scarborough assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Scarborough 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 Scarborough review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
North Scarborough, ME29 facilities
8.5
Westbrook, ME29 facilities
8.5
South Portland, ME29 facilities

Review subcategories for North Scarborough 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 58 reviews of 29 North Scarborough assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Scarborough 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 Scarborough, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.2
3.7
Activities
3.2
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.7
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North Scarborough assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Scarborough assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Scarborough, 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 Scarborough 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 Scarborough 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
27.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
34.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
20.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Scarborough 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 Scarborough Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Scarborough, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
24.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Scarborough 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 Scarborough partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Scarborough, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.8%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.2%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Scarborough 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 Scarborough communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Scarborough, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Scarborough 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 Scarborough offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Scarborough, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
24.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.7%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
24.1%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
24.1%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Scarborough

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 North Scarborough protect seniors.
Learn about Maine assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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