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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Parsonsfield, ME

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The cost of independent living in Parsonsfield is about $5,869 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 138 options. Read 1132 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.
We are a geriatric residential assisted living, honoring aging in place, providing end-of-life care, respite care, and adult day care services. We have both private and semi private rooms, with all the comforts of home. It's important our clients maintain the ability to do at they want when they...
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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.
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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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5 stars! The best place to visit a loved one, fun staff, beautiful setting, and the best breakfast I've ever had! [Removed] wouldn't leave this place, even if you offered for her to go back home.
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.
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.
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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
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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.
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'...
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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: 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, 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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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
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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.
Photo of Gray Manor
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.
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: 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 Deering Pavilion
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 Portland Center For Assisted
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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: 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 Cedars
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.

Cost of independent living in Parsonsfield, ME

The average cost of senior living in Parsonsfield is $5,869 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Newfield, ME with an average of $4,625 per month.

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

Parsonsfield, ME
$5,869/mo
$6,532/mo
$6,384/mo

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

Parsonsfield, ME
$5,869/mo
$5,734/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$6,714/mo
Independent Living
$5,869/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,989/mo
Studio
$6,880/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,415/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,870/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Senior living costs in Parsonsfield 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: Parsonsfield, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeParsonsfield, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$5,869/mo$5,734/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,605/mo$6,746/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,714/mo$6,760/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Parsonsfield, ME:$5,869/mo
Maine:$5,734/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Parsonsfield, ME:$6,605/mo
Maine:$6,746/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Parsonsfield, ME:$6,714/mo
Maine:$6,760/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Parsonsfield, ME, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Parsonsfield 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Parsonsfield, ME$3,627/mo$3,560/mo+1.9%
Maine$3,531/mo$3,487/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Parsonsfield, ME
2024 average cost:$3,627/mo
2023 average cost:$3,560/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,531/mo
2023 average cost:$3,487/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Parsonsfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Parsonsfield

Brookdale Spruce Wood in Durham, NH

5.0
Brookdale Spruce Wood community gets a 5 in all categories, they have exceeded all expectation's our family has had. We would recommend them to other families who may be looking for a place for their loved ones.

Harmony Homes By the Bay in Durham, NH

4.7
I honestly can not understand why someone would say that they walked in Harmony Homes By the Bay and thought it was dark and dirty. The opposite is true. After experience with countless nursing/assisted living facilities, I chose for mom to live here, both of us could not be happier! It’s ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews from various communities, such as Holiday Maple Suites, Holiday Woods at Canco, and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, mention the diverse array of activities provided for residents. These include musical performances, plays, animals, horticultural therapy, singing, games, ...
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Attentive and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, like The Grande at South Portland, Pleasant View Retirement, and Holiday Maple Suites. Staff go above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and assisted, as well as providing helpful res ...
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Modern and clean facilities. Many residents praise the modernity and cleanliness of the facilities at Holiday Woods at Canco, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Pleasant View Retirement. The grounds are also well-maintained, offering beautiful areas for relaxation and socializing.
Great dining experiences. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as reported in reviews from Holiday Maple Suites, Pleasant View Retirement, and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown. The dining rooms offer a welcoming atmosphere, with chef-prepared meals and a ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents mention the sense of community and friendship they've found at communities like Holiday Maple Suites, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Pleasant View Retirement. They value the connections they've made with both staff and other residents, leading to a warm and inclus ...
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Adaptive to residents' needs. Reviews for Holiday Kittery Estates, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Holiday Woods at Canco mention the accommodating nature of the communities. Staff members make adjustments to accommodate residents' changing needs, ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved.
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Parsonsfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parsonsfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parsonsfield, 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 Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Parsonsfield, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Parsonsfield, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Parsonsfield, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
25.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
17.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.2%
46.4%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Pines Of Newmarket are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parsonsfield, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 138 independent living facilities near Parsonsfield, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Parsonsfield, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Pines Of Newmarket. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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