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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Porter, ME

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The cost of independent living in Porter is about $5,825 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 95 options. Read 813 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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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: 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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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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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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: 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.
Foreside Harbor is a premier assisted living community modeled after traditional New England style inns. Our 28 private apartments combine the luxury of oceanside living with a level of quality care that provides you with the independence you cherish. Situated on the shores of Casco Bay, Foreside...
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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.
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, 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.
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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: 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 Porter, ME

The average cost of senior living in Porter is $5,825 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Parsonsfield, ME with an average of $4,865 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Porter, ME vs. nearby cities

Porter, ME
$5,825/mo
$6,324/mo
$6,456/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Porter, ME vs. the state and national average

Porter, ME
$5,825/mo
$5,663/mo
U.S. national average
$4,052/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Porter vs. other types of senior living

$6,533/mo
Independent Living
$5,825/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Porter, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$6,543/mo
Studio
$6,760/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,103/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,870/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Porter over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Porter

Recent reviews for independent living in Porter

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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The Enclave of Scarborough

4.1
The staff are all lovely and very friendly and supportive to my mom and to the family. They are approachable and quick to respond to needs or requests. My mom's room is always clean and her laundry is done promptly. The only issue my mom has is that she doesn't care for the food. They have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. For example, at Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, residents and their families express appreciation for the staff's willingness to go above and beyond to ensure everyone is happy and well-ass ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities offer engaging activities for residents to encourage socializing and stay active. At Brookdale Spruce Wood, residents enjoy musical performances, plays, and horticultural therapy programs. Reviews for Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living mention the variety of activities ava ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, including private apartments and common areas. Residents of Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living appreciate the spotless environment, while The Grande at South Portland mentions the modern feel of their loved one's new ho ...
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Personalized resident care. Communities cater to individual needs by offering personalized care and assistance. At Summit by Morrison, residents are able to request specific accommodations, while Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living highlights the staff's attentiveness to each resident's well-being.
Engaging social environment. Residents enjoy making new friends and connecting with others in their community. Reviews for Holiday Maple Suites mention the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, while Sunrise of Huntington Common expresses gratitude for the staff's openness and approachability in helping residents settle in ...
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Thoughtfully designed spaces. Communities offer thoughtfully designed spaces that cater to residents' needs and provide a comfortable living experience. At The Grande at South Portland, the modern design is a standout feature, while Summit by Morrison mentions the availability of restaurant-style dining options.
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Porter independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Porter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Porter, 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 Porter 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 Porter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Porter, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
22.1%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
8.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Porter 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 Porter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Porter, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.3%
43%
Room service
Room service
23.2%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Porter 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 Porter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Porter, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
27.4%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.5%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.2%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.3%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.4%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
28.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.5%
46.1%
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There are 95 independent living facilities near Porter, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Porter, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Atria Kennebunk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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