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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Sebago, ME

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The cost of independent living in East Sebago is about $5,817 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 104 options. Read 786 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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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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This place is wonderful, we have had no complaints. The staff is super friendly they are very professional. It is a pretty expensive community. There aren't really any care services provided since it is...
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.
Sugar Hill Retirement Community features apartments and cottages for active independent living that sold as shares in a cooperative style of ownership.There are also Assisted Living suites available. We are proud to be sponsored by Huggins Hospital located here in Wolfeboro, only minutes away...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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.
Back BayBack Bay is an independent living community in Wolfeboro in Carroll County, New Hampshire. At Back Bay, you have the opportunity to live in a peaceful country setting with other like-minded individuals. Have a home that is convenient for you and your visiting family and guests while...
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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.
Elm Street Assisted Living is a private facility for women only in Topsham, Maine, next to Brunswick and about 25 miles from Portland. We are very small - 6 private rooms - and give completely personal care. Our home-cooked meals, our activities, the library books we bring home are all geared to...
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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.
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.
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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Friendly, caring staff. Well run. Compassionate. Considerate. Spiritual depth needed (Services, hymn singing, Bible reading and preaching.)
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.
Hillhouse Assisted Living provides a calm, relaxing, country-like setting thanks to its nestled location within Bath, ME. The property is surrounded by surrounding greenery and majestic trees. Pathways encourage walking and daily breaths of fresh air. Residents often enjoy the scenic location...
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Photo of Seacliff Apartments
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, 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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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'...
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 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.
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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.
The Village at Dover Point, an AGELESS LIFESTYLE™ Community, located in Dover New Hampshire is a community for adults to live, whether they are Independent or need some assistance. Our full menu of Care-cierge services and support is available to you as you need them. Just 10 minutes from the...
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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, 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.
Opening Spring 2025Welcome Home!Islebrook Village at Wiscasset will feature 105 spacious apartments, including studios, one bedroom, and two bedrooms. All apartments will be designed to meet the level of care residents need. Independent living residents may continue their active lifestyle, with...
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Cost of independent living in East Sebago, ME

The average cost of senior living in East Sebago is $5,817 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,416 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sebago, ME vs. nearby cities

East Sebago, ME
$5,817/mo
$6,296/mo
$6,300/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sebago, ME vs. the state and national average

East Sebago, ME
$5,817/mo
$5,645/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sebago vs. other types of senior living

$6,556/mo
Independent Living
$5,817/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Sebago, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$5,962/mo
Studio
$6,836/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,025/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,718/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in East Sebago over time

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What families are saying about independent living in East Sebago

Recent reviews for independent living in East Sebago

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 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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Golden View Health Care Assisted Living in Meredith, NH

4.1
Very happy with the care and concern that my Mom is receiving at Golden View! It is very expensive - I feel it could be less expensive - but I’ve found that all these facilities are about the same cost! My biggest issue is that the food is sub-par!!!! They should have better food with a better ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff in various communities, such as Sable Lodge Retirement Community and Holiday Maple Suites. Residents and their families express appreciation for the attentiveness and helpfulness of staff members, making everyone feel welcomed a ...
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Adequate cleaning and maintenance. Some reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in their overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at Montello Heights, residents express satisfaction with the regular cleaning and maintenance of both communal areas and their own apartments.
Variety of activities and social opportunities. Reviews highlight the importance of available activities and social opportunities for residents. For example, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement, residents enjoy musical performances, plays, horticultural therapy programs, and more, keeping them engaged and interacting with their community.
Independence and flexibility. Independence and autonomy are significant factors for some residents in their choice of senior living community. Reviews for Maple Suites and other communities reflect the importance of allowing residents to come and go as they please and offering options for supportive care services for family ...
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Communication and transparency from management. Clear and effective communication between residents, families, and management is crucial for peace of mind and addressing concerns. For instance, at The Highlands, families appreciate the transparency and friendliness of staff, making them feel involved and informed about their loved ones' livin ...
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Well-maintained and modern facilities. Reviews consistently mention the importance of clean, modern, and well-maintained facilities for residents' comfort and satisfaction. For example, at Holiday The Woods at Canco, residents and their families comment on the bright and modern residence and the lively dining room.
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East Sebago independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Sebago independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Sebago, 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 East Sebago 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 East Sebago 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
12.8%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.5%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Sebago 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 East Sebago communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Sebago, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.3%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
21.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Sebago 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 East Sebago offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Sebago, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
29.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.9%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.3%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
17%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.8%
45.7%
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There are 104 independent living facilities near East Sebago, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in East Sebago, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Atria Kennebunk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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