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The cost of independent living in Gouldsboro is about $4,936 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 41 options. Read 148 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: 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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Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
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.
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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: 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: 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.
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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Cost of independent living in Gouldsboro, ME

The average cost of senior living in Gouldsboro is $4,936 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bangor, ME with an average of $4,240 per month.

Independent living costs in Gouldsboro, ME, vs. nearby cities

Gouldsboro, ME
$4,936/mo
$4,760/mo
$4,598/mo

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

Gouldsboro, ME
$4,936/mo
$5,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in Gouldsboro, ME, vs. other senior living options

$6,789/mo
Independent Living
$4,936/mo

Independent living costs in Gouldsboro, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,025/mo
Studio
$5,692/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,698/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,346/mo

Senior living costs in Gouldsboro 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: Gouldsboro, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGouldsboro, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$4,936/mo$5,724/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,789/mo$6,744/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,789/mo$6,758/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gouldsboro, ME:$4,936/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Gouldsboro, ME:$6,789/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Gouldsboro, ME:$6,789/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Gouldsboro, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro, ME

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gouldsboro 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 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gouldsboro, ME$3,101/mo$3,038/mo+2.1%
Maine$3,597/mo$3,461/mo+3.9%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Gouldsboro, ME
2024 average cost:$3,101/mo
2023 average cost:$3,038/mo
Percent change:+2.1%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,597/mo
2023 average cost:$3,461/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gouldsboro

Recent reviews for independent living in Gouldsboro

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

4.0
Once placed at Dirigo Pines, there was no instructions about how to to forward. Things like making a hair appointment, policies on visitors or outings, arranging for personal care like podiatrist etc. a manual to navigate this bug change in both our lives would have great. Yes, we would ...
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Solstice at Bangor

5.0
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 place is very clean.

Gouldsboro independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gouldsboro independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gouldsboro, 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 Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gouldsboro, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
5.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
5.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
5.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gouldsboro, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gouldsboro 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 Gouldsboro offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gouldsboro, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
16.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
16.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
16.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
16.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
5.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
13.5%
46.4%
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Solstice at Bangor and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gouldsboro, Maine. See full list of communities.
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