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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Porterfield, ME
Assisted living costs in Porterfield average about $6,454 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Porterfield. Our detailed directory has 758 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 Conway, Wolfeboro and Bridgton.
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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.
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We are a geriatric residential assisted living, honoring aging in place, providing end-of-life care, respite care, and adult day care services. We have both private and semi private rooms, with all the comforts of home. It's important our clients maintain the ability to do at they want when they...
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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, 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.
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I have been an independent resident at Taylor Community for two years. In that time my experience has been one of gratitude for the many activities available from educational trips and lectures to seeing...
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.
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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, 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.
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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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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...
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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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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...
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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.
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We thought it was going to be a hard placement and my loved one was going to be resistant, but he loves it there. He likes the people and the food. He is comfortable, so overall it is good experience and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Your parents have been there for you since day one. They made sure that you were well taken care of as a child and made many sacrifices for you through adolescence. As the years pass, you soon find yourself in the position where the tables turn. It is now your turn to make sure that they are well...
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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.
Freeport Place offers personalized assisted living services to 30 residents in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport, right next to the Freeport Country Club Golf Course. Located close to Ll.Bean and downtown Freeport, just minutes...
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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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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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.
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.
Uniquely equipped to provide comprehensive assisted care, The Arches is an ideal assisted living community for those among the more-than four-million Americans challenged by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.The care given to each resident is our first priority, and the quality of that care is...
Cost of assisted living in Porterfield, ME
The average cost of senior living in Porterfield is $6,454 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Hiram, ME with an average of $5,472 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Porterfield, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Porterfield, ME vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Porterfield, ME by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Porterfield, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in Porterfield
Recent reviews for assisted living in Porterfield
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff in several communities, such as Langdon Place of Dover, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and The Residence at Silver Square. Families express appreciation for the long-term friendships that their loved ones have developed with ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities like Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Spring Village at Dover offer a range of activities tailored to residents' interests, including music programs, social outings, and weekly van rides for shopping and ice cream. These activities help prom ...
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Flexible care options. Families have shared positive experiences with communities offering flexible care options, like Sunrise of Huntington Common, The Residence at Silver Square, and Schooner Estates Senior Living, ensuring their loved ones receive the right level of care to meet their unique needs.
Individually decorated private rooms. Residents appreciate the homely feel of their private rooms in communities such as Scarborough Terrace, Carriage Hill Assisted Living, and Spring Village at Dover, which are often individually decorated to create a personalized living space.
Comfortable and spacious common areas. Communities like Atria Kennebunk, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and The Grande at South Portland offer comfortable and spacious common areas for residents to socialize, enjoy activities, and relax, creating a sense of community and belonging.
High-quality dining experiences. Throughout reviews, residents highlight the importance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with their community. For example, at The Residence at Silver Square, the chef accommodates individual dietary preferences, making mealtimes a delight for residents.
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Porterfield review score based on 190 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 190 reviews of 86 Porterfield assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Porterfield 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
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Review subcategories for Porterfield 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 190 reviews of 86 Porterfield assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Porterfield 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.Porterfield, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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4.1
Value for cost*
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Porterfield assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Porterfield assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Porterfield, 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 Porterfield 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 Porterfield 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
40.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Porterfield 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 Porterfield Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
44.2%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.2%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Porterfield 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 Porterfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
27.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.6%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Porterfield 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 Porterfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Porterfield 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 Porterfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.9%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.1%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
31.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
32.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Porterfield
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 Porterfield protect seniors.
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Spring Village at Dover and The Residence at Silver Square are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Porterfield, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 99 assisted living facilities near Porterfield, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Porterfield, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Spring Village at Dover and Atria Kennebunk. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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