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Assisted living costs in South Effingham average about $6,611 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 125 communities in South Effingham. Our detailed directory has 1120 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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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.
Inn At Village SquareThe Inn at Village Square is a top-rated assisted living community located in quaint and picturesque Gorham, ME, the economic center of the State of Maine, and is one of the state’s most serene natural environments characterized with and known for its rolling green hills.The...
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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.
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.
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5 stars! The best place to visit a loved one, fun staff, beautiful setting, and the best breakfast I've ever had! [Removed] wouldn't leave this place, even if you offered for her to go back home.
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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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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.
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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, 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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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.
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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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.
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...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.

Cost of assisted living in South Effingham, ME

The average cost of senior living in South Effingham is $6,611 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kezar Falls, ME with an average of $5,472 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Effingham, ME, vs. nearby cities

South Effingham, ME
$6,611/mo
$7,402/mo
$7,245/mo

Assisted living costs in South Effingham, ME, vs. state and national averages

South Effingham, ME
$6,611/mo
$6,744/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in South Effingham, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,611/mo
$6,721/mo

Assisted living costs in South Effingham, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,731/mo
Studio
$7,610/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,286/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,660/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Senior living costs in South Effingham 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: South Effingham, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Effingham, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$6,611/mo$6,744/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,721/mo$6,758/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$5,731/mo$5,724/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
South Effingham, ME:$6,611/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
South Effingham, ME:$6,721/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
South Effingham, ME:$5,731/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Effingham, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Effingham 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 South Effingham, ME

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Effingham 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
South Effingham, ME$6,216/mo$5,695/mo+9.1%
Maine$6,061/mo$5,685/mo+6.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Effingham, ME
2024 average cost:$6,216/mo
2023 average cost:$5,695/mo
Percent change:+9.1%
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 South Effingham, ME

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What families are saying about assisted living in South Effingham

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Effingham

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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Harmony Homes By the Bay in Durham, NH

4.7
I honestly can not understand why someone would say that they walked in Harmony Homes By the Bay and thought it was dark and dirty. The opposite is true. After experience with countless nursing/assisted living facilities, I chose for mom to live here, both of us could not be happier! It’s ...
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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 kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities, including The Pines Of Newmarket, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Carriage Hill Assisted Living, creating a homely atmosphere for residents and their families.
Individualized care and attention. Several residents express appreciation for the personalized care they receive at their communities, such as Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Wentworth Home, where staff members cater to individual needs and preferences.
Variety of engaging activities. From arts and crafts to outings and social events, communities like Langdon Place of Dover, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Carriage Hill Assisted Living offer a diverse range of activities to keep residents active and engaged.
Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities like Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, Brookdale Spruce Wood, and Carriage Hill Assisted Living, ensuring a comfortable and inviting living environment for residents.
Supportive community atmosphere. Residents and families at communities such as The Grande at South Portland, Carriage Hill Assisted Living, and Granite Ledges of Concord appreciate the sense of community and connection they have found, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
Thoughtful communication between staff and families. Communication is a key priority for many communities, with families at Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Forestview Manor Assisted Living commending staff for their ongoing, transparent interactions and updates.
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South Effingham review score based on 271 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 271 reviews of 105 South Effingham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Effingham 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

South Effingham review score compared against nearby cities

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South Effingham, ME105 facilities
8.3
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Biddeford, ME11 facilities

Review subcategories for South Effingham 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 271 reviews of 105 South Effingham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Effingham 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.
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Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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South Effingham assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Effingham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Effingham, 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 South Effingham 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 South Effingham 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%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Effingham 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 South Effingham 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
42.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.1%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Effingham 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 South Effingham 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
13.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Effingham 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 South Effingham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
23.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Effingham 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 South Effingham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
35.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.2%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Effingham

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