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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Milbridge, ME
The cost of independent living in Milbridge is about $8,940 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 36 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 parents moved into Birch Bay Village when they knew they needed more support as they aged. Now that my dad is gone my mom moved from independent to assisted living. Staff helped make this transition go...
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.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Milbridge, ME
The average cost of senior living in Milbridge is $8,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Eastport, ME with an average of $2,150 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Milbridge, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Milbridge, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Milbridge vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Milbridge, ME by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Milbridge
Recent reviews for independent living in Milbridge
Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME
4.9
From day one I have been treated like a family member! Every place is clean in order and all employees a very accommodating, friendly, helpful and I can definitely recommend “Birch Bay Retirement “ who’s looking for the best.
Congratulations to all including the exterior maintenance Crew , a job ...
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Milbridge independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Milbridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Milbridge, 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 Milbridge 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 Milbridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Milbridge, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Milbridge 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 Milbridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Milbridge, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Milbridge 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 Milbridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Birch Bay Retirement Village, Mill Stream Heights and Malvern Belmont are the top-rated independent living facilities near Milbridge, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 5 independent living facilities near Milbridge, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Milbridge, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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