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The cost of independent living in Douglas Hill is about $5,725 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 117 options. Read 765 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.

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My brother and I toured 3 different facilities. We chose Sunnybrook because we got a great vibe and it was the only one that we could really see her being happy here. The size, the staff, the tour,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Sunnybrook, in Brunswick, ME is conveniently located just off Route 24 and proudly offers independent living and assisted living. This charming community boasts a home-like environment and beautifully appointed apartments, many with picturesque Moose Pond views. Sunnybrook is now proud to be...
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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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My Mother has only been at Rosewood for a couple of weeks, but she is doing very well there. I love that the administrator is also the owner. She is hands on,very friendly and answers all of you questions...
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.
The Lincoln Terrace Home was established in 1994. We are dedicated to provide individual care for each of our residents in a warm, home-like atmosphere. Staff at the Lincoln Terrace Home assists the residents with their daily needs; we provide medication management, health management,...
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We liked that she could have her own room even though she shares an area outside of her room with one other person. Staff have not been extremely accountable. They have had a lot of turn over. Once my mom...
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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I continue to be impressed, almost on a daily basis. The staff, individually and collectively are thoughtful, caring, and enjoy supporting the residents in whatever way they can. A small example, my rolling...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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...
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.
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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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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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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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: 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: 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
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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
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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: 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
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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.
Norway Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Norway, Maine. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. Norway's Residential Care has its own living room area, and dining room.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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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: 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
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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.

Cost of independent living in Douglas Hill, ME

The average cost of senior living in Douglas Hill is $5,725 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,399 per month.

Independent living costs in Douglas Hill, ME, vs. nearby cities

Douglas Hill, ME
$5,725/mo
$6,388/mo
$6,370/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas Hill, ME, vs. state and national averages

Douglas Hill, ME
$5,725/mo
$5,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas Hill, ME, vs. other senior living options

$6,539/mo
Independent Living
$5,725/mo

Independent living costs in Douglas Hill, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,689/mo
Studio
$7,046/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,612/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,630/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Senior living costs in Douglas Hill 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: Douglas Hill, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDouglas Hill, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$5,725/mo$5,724/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,478/mo$6,744/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,539/mo$6,758/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Douglas Hill, ME:$5,725/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Douglas Hill, ME:$6,478/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Douglas Hill, ME:$6,539/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Douglas Hill, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Douglas Hill 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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Independent living cost trends in Douglas Hill, ME

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Douglas Hill 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Douglas Hill, ME$3,795/mo$3,545/mo+7.1%
Maine$3,531/mo$3,487/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Douglas Hill, ME
2024 average cost:$3,795/mo
2023 average cost:$3,545/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,531/mo
2023 average cost:$3,487/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Douglas Hill

Recent reviews for independent living in Douglas Hill

Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME

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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 Enclave of Scarborough

4.1
The staff are all lovely and very friendly and supportive to my mom and to the family. They are approachable and quick to respond to needs or requests. My mom's room is always clean and her laundry is done promptly. The only issue my mom has is that she doesn't care for the food. They have ...
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Sunrise of Huntington Common in Kennebunk, ME

3.9
Staff is friendly and courteous. Always quick to help with any concerns. I would highly recommend Sunrise of Huntington Commons.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities, such as Sable Lodge Retirement Community and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living. Residents and their families appreciate the open communication and willingness to help at Sable Lodge Retirement Com ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities at communities like Holiday Maple Suites and Montello Heights. Residents enjoy the well-kept apartments and common areas, such as the dining rooms and activity spaces, as mentioned in reviews for Holiday Maple Suites and ...
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Varied activities and social opportunities. Activities and social opportunities are mentioned frequently in reviews as a highlight of senior living communities. For example, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement, residents participate in a variety of activities, including musical performances, plays, and horticultural therapy, as describe ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Holiday Maple Suites and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement provide meals that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs, as mentioned in reviews fo ...
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Open and transparent communication. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is a common theme in the reviews. For instance, at The Highlands, the staff keeps families informed of any concerns or repairs, as noted in The Highlands. Additionally, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement, families appreciate the s ...
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Personalized care and attention. Residents and their families express appreciation for the individualized care and accommodations provided at various communities. For example, at Sable Lodge Retirement Community, staff goes above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and assisted, as mentioned in Sable Lodge Retirement Comm ...
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Douglas Hill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Douglas Hill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Douglas Hill, 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 Douglas Hill 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 Douglas Hill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Douglas Hill, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
19.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Douglas Hill 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 Douglas Hill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Douglas Hill, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Douglas Hill 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 Douglas Hill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Douglas Hill, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
22.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
13.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.3%
46.4%
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