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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Scarborough, ME
Assisted living costs in Scarborough average about $7,092 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 31 communities in Scarborough. Our detailed directory has 223 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 Portland, Biddeford and Yarmouth.
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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.
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.
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...
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
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Scarborough, ME
The average cost of senior living in Scarborough is $7,092 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewiston, ME with an average of $6,294 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scarborough, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scarborough, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scarborough vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Scarborough, ME by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Scarborough over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scarborough, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in Scarborough
Recent reviews for assisted living in 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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The Grande at South Portland
4.4
They are good, again are working on turnover and once situated will be a much better place.
They are doing great job with taking care of my dad.
Scarborough review score based on 47 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 47 reviews of 30 Scarborough assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The 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
Scarborough review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for 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 47 reviews of 30 Scarborough assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare 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.Scarborough, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Scarborough assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scarborough assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Scarborough that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scarborough, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.7%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.3%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in 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 Scarborough Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scarborough, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in 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 Scarborough partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scarborough, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
23.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
35.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
14%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Scarborough communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scarborough, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.3%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Scarborough offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maine assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Scarborough protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Atria Kennebunk and Scarborough Terrace are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scarborough, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 31 assisted living facilities near Scarborough, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Scarborough, Maine is Atria Kennebunk. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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