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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Etna Center, ME
The cost of independent living in Etna Center is about $4,279 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 84 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 Bangor, Hampden and Newport.
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9.3
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51 reviews
This review is for memory care: Staff is very committed to excellent care, and always available for consultation. After hours phone coverage is very sporadic and needs improvement. Memory Care unit should...
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.
Winterberry Heights Assisted Living features 78 well designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom retirement and assisted living apartments. We also offer a dedicated wing with 14 apartments designed to accommodate residents with memory care needs. This wing, which has a separate entrance, is...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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77 Floor plans available
8.0
Review score
33 reviews
I am very happy with solstice. We like the fact that even though it is not assisted care, they come into clean once a week and they change the bedding once a week. Also, the fact that they cook meals. The...
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.
Discover the charms of the “Jewel of Maine” city at Solstice Senior Living at Bangor. Located near Husson University and Bangor Mall, Solstice at Bangor offers a bright and open senior living community full of adventure for all residents. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the...
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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Cost of independent living in Etna Center, ME
The average cost of senior living in Etna Center is $4,279 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $2,613 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Etna Center, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Etna Center, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Etna Center vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Etna Center, ME by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Etna Center
Recent reviews for independent living in Etna Center
Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home in Brewer, ME
5.0
So far in the time that I have been here, I tink it is a great place. I am pleased with everything and I feel very comfortable here, I have no complaints.
Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME
3.8
They were under staffed but part of that was due to covid.
They do a good job but only offer certain services.
There was very little enrichment, but again due to covid.
It is on the expensive side.
The staff are wonderful, caring, friendly and always available. The facility itself is ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME
5.0
Every employee is pleasant, helpful and engages with residents, seamlessly adjusting the interaction such that it is appropriate to that resident.
During my initial tour, I asked about hiring. The answer resonated with me as they said “we look for attitude, aptitude and people who care, as we ...
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Etna Center independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Etna Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Etna Center, 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 Etna Center 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 Etna Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Etna Center, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Etna Center 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 Etna Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Etna Center, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Etna Center 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 Etna Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Etna Center, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
41.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Solstice Senior Living at Bangor and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Etna Center, Maine. See full list of communities.
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