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The cost of independent living in Rankins Mill is about $5,813 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 117 options. Read 834 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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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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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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This place is wonderful, we have had no complaints. The staff is super friendly they are very professional. It is a pretty expensive community. There aren't really any care services provided since it is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Sugar Hill Retirement Community features apartments and cottages for active independent living that sold as shares in a cooperative style of ownership.There are also Assisted Living suites available. We are proud to be sponsored by Huggins Hospital located here in Wolfeboro, only minutes away...
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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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: 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.
Back BayBack Bay is an independent living community in Wolfeboro in Carroll County, New Hampshire. At Back Bay, you have the opportunity to live in a peaceful country setting with other like-minded individuals. Have a home that is convenient for you and your visiting family and guests while...
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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: 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: 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: 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
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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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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.
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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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Excellent care at D'youville. We had visited a number of care facilities in the area. Because of hospitalization, a quick move took us to a facility that was not prepared for the level of care my wife...
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.

Cost of independent living in Rankins Mill, ME

The average cost of senior living in Rankins Mill is $5,813 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Hiram, ME with an average of $4,944 per month.

Independent living costs in Rankins Mill, ME, vs. nearby cities

Rankins Mill, ME
$5,813/mo
$6,384/mo
$6,532/mo

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

Rankins Mill, ME
$5,813/mo
$5,734/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Rankins Mill, ME, vs. other senior living options

$6,599/mo
Independent Living
$5,813/mo

Independent living costs in Rankins Mill, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,689/mo
Studio
$7,075/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,810/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,630/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Senior living costs in Rankins Mill vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Rankins Mill, ME
Column state: Maine
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Community typeRankins Mill, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$5,813/mo$5,734/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,536/mo$6,746/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,599/mo$6,760/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Rankins Mill, ME:$5,813/mo
Maine:$5,734/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Rankins Mill, ME:$6,536/mo
Maine:$6,746/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Rankins Mill, ME:$6,599/mo
Maine:$6,760/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Rankins Mill, ME, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Rankins Mill 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rankins Mill, ME$3,795/mo$3,545/mo+7.1%
Maine$3,531/mo$3,487/mo+1.2%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Rankins Mill, ME
2024 average cost:$3,795/mo
2023 average cost:$3,545/mo
Percent change:+7.1%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,531/mo
2023 average cost:$3,487/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
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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 Rankins Mill

Recent reviews for independent living in Rankins Mill

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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Rosewood Manor in Rochester, NH

4.3
Rosewood is a very nice facility. The director is very helpful. Even during non business hours she is willing and able to help me with anything I ask. Very prompt in doing so as well. Gail is awesome!!!!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including Sable Lodge Retirement Community, Holiday Maple Suites, and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living. Residents and their families appreciate the personalized approach and the overall war ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Holiday Maple Suites, Holiday Woods at Canco, and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living offer a wide range of activities tailored to residents' interests. From musical performances and plays to horticultural therapy and games, these activities help keep seniors engaged ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews for Holiday Woods at Canco, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and The Grande at South Portland often highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with mention of recent renovations and modern amenities creating comfortable living environments for seniors.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Many residents and their families praise the quality of the food offered at communities like Holiday Maple Suites, Holiday Woods at Canco, and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, with chefs accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure satisfying dining experiences.
Open and transparent communication. Communication between families and staff is a priority at communities such as The Highlands, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and The Grande at South Portland. Regular updates and a welcoming attitude towards family involvement create a sense of trust and reassurance for seniors ...
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Supportive and accommodating care. Reviews for Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, The Grande at South Portland, and Holiday Maple Suites mention the ability of communities to accommodate individual care needs, ensuring a comfortable and safe living experience for seniors, especially those with special requirements.
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Rankins Mill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rankins Mill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rankins Mill, 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 Rankins Mill 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 Rankins Mill partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rankins Mill, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.2%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Rankins Mill 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 Rankins Mill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rankins Mill, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rankins Mill 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 Rankins Mill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rankins Mill, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
13.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.1%
46.4%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Sunrise of Huntington Common and Atria Kennebunk are the top-rated independent living facilities near Rankins Mill, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 117 independent living facilities near Rankins Mill, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Rankins Mill, Maine is Carriage Hill Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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