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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Knox County, ME

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The cost of independent living in Knox County is about $3,907 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 70 options.

Read 82 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Belfast, Camden and Rockland.

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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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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.
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.
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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.
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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, Nursing Homes
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.
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: 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
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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: 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.
Photo of The Lamp Memory Care Center
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.
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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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My experience with this community has been great, this community is kept fairly clean. When i first came to visit, i knew this was going to be a great fit for me. The ares tarting to slowly open up...
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.
The Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home is located in Historic Brewer, Maine. Here you'll find the Ellen Leach Home surrounded by nature's beauty while nestled in a grove of stately pines, yet conveniently located within minutes of public libraries, museums, shopping venues, restaurants, medical...
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.
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Knox County, ME

The average cost of senior living in Knox County is $3,907 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockland, ME with an average of $3,266 per month.

Independent living costs in Knox County, ME, vs. nearby counties

Knox County, ME
$3,907/mo

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

Knox County, ME
$3,907/mo
$4,089/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Knox County, ME, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,280/mo

Senior living costs in Knox County 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: Knox County, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKnox County, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$3,907/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Livingunavailable$7,568/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$9,393/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Knox County, ME:$3,907/mo
Maine:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Knox County, ME:unavailable
Maine:$7,568/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Knox County, ME:unavailable
Maine:$9,393/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Knox County

Recent reviews for independent living in Knox County

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.

Sunnybrook in Brunswick, ME

4.7
Sunnybrook Village is very homey. The staff is really good at handling a difficult transition. They promote a welcoming group among the residents. They really helped mom integrate. The only thing that would help make everything a five is to have a better range of activities. I would like to see ...
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Chase Point Assisted Living in Damariscotta, ME

5.0
Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for my father here.

Knox County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knox County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knox County, 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 Knox County 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 Knox County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Knox County, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
8.7%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.3%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Knox County 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 Knox County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Knox County, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
7.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knox County 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 Knox County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Knox County, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
11.6%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
5.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.7%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.6%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
13%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.1%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
11.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
4.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.6%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.1%
47.6%
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