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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in West Buxton, ME

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Assisted living costs in West Buxton average about $7,904 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 107 communities in West Buxton. Our detailed directory has 1190 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Portland, South Portland and Scarborough.

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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Harmony Homes is just that harmonious. They have a quaint staff and make the living space very beautiful and peaceful looking.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Harmony Homes is an assisted living community in Durham, NH. Set in the heart of New Hampshire, and is located on a sprawling property, complete with walking paths. Watching the beauty of the seasons changing in New Hampshire is reason enough to make Harmony Homes your home. Because Harmony Homes...
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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
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.
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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I write this to those of you who, like me, feel guilty and scared at not being able to care for your loved one who is suffering from ever-developing memory loss any longer. You want him/her to be honored...
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.
Meredith Bay Colony Club overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee in central New Hampshire provides the perfect retirement and assisted living location. We are the region's newest not-for-profit retirement community having opened our state-of-the-art facility in 2009. We very quickly achieved 'Full'...
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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 West Buxton, ME

The average cost of senior living in West Buxton is $7,904 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Topsham, ME with an average of $7,378 per month.

Assisted living costs in West Buxton, ME, vs. state and national averages

West Buxton, ME
$7,904/mo
$7,568/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in West Buxton, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,904/mo
$9,896/mo

Assisted living costs in West Buxton, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,439/mo
Studio
$6,274/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,495/mo

Senior living costs in West Buxton 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: West Buxton, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Buxton, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$7,904/mo$7,568/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,896/mo$9,393/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,444/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
West Buxton, ME:$7,904/mo
Maine:$7,568/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
West Buxton, ME:$9,896/mo
Maine:$9,393/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
West Buxton, ME:$4,444/mo
Maine:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in West Buxton, ME, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in West Buxton 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
West Buxton, ME$6,665/mo$6,358/mo+4.8%
Maine$6,295/mo$6,052/mo+4.0%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
West Buxton, ME
2024 average cost:$6,665/mo
2023 average cost:$6,358/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Maine
2024 average cost:$6,295/mo
2023 average cost:$6,052/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Buxton, 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 West Buxton.

What families are saying about assisted living in West Buxton

Recent reviews for assisted living in West Buxton

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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West Buxton review score based on 223 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 223 reviews of 107 West Buxton assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Buxton 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

West Buxton review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
West Buxton, ME107 facilities
8.2
Portland, ME55 facilities
8.6
Topsham, ME42 facilities

Review subcategories for West Buxton 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 223 reviews of 107 West Buxton assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Buxton 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.
West Buxton, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
3.5
Care services
3.3
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
3.2
3.1
Activities
3.2
3.1
Value for cost*
3.2
3.1
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West Buxton assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Buxton assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Buxton, 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 West Buxton 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 West Buxton 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
39.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.7%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.7%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Buxton 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 West Buxton Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Buxton, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Buxton 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 West Buxton 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%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in West Buxton 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 West Buxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
24.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Buxton 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 West Buxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.5%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.9%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.3%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
35.5%
48%
Dances
Dances
16.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.8%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.5%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Buxton

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

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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Sunrise of Huntington Common and The Pines Of Newmarket are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Buxton, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 107 assisted living facilities near West Buxton, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in West Buxton, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and The Pines Of Newmarket. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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