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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Blue Hill Falls, ME
The cost of independent living in Blue Hill Falls is about $6,191 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 34 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Ellsworth, Belfast and Bar Harbor.
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What we like about Birch Bay is the friendly caregivers and thoughtful activities- music therapy in particular! The community feels small and homey
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.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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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.
When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
Provides: Independent Living
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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, 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.
The place to retire in Downeast Maine. Just south of Blue Hill, Maine, on a peninsula dotted with gracious summer homes, is a pleasant and welcoming community on 28-acres surrounded by woods and walking trails and commanding stunning views of Blue Hill Bay. This is Parker Ridge. With panoramic...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.
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Cost of independent living in Blue Hill Falls, ME
The average cost of senior living in Blue Hill Falls is $6,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brewer, ME with an average of $4,097 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Blue Hill Falls, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Blue Hill Falls, ME vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Blue Hill Falls, ME by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Blue Hill Falls
Recent reviews for independent living in Blue Hill Falls
Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME
4.9
From day one I have been treated like a family member! Every place is clean in order and all employees a very accommodating, friendly, helpful and I can definitely recommend “Birch Bay Retirement “ who’s looking for the best.
Congratulations to all including the exterior maintenance Crew , a job ...
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Blue Hill Falls independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Hill Falls independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Hill Falls, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blue Hill Falls independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Blue Hill Falls partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
32.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Hill Falls independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Blue Hill Falls communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blue Hill Falls, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Hill Falls independent 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 independent living communities in Blue Hill Falls offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blue Hill Falls, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
15.4%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.4%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
15.4%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Birch Bay Retirement Village, Harbor Hill Center and Parker Ridge Retirement Comm are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blue Hill Falls, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Blue Hill Falls, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Blue Hill Falls, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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