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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Naples, ME

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The cost of independent living in South Naples is about $6,370 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 42 options. Read 296 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.

As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Portland, Falmouth and Yarmouth.

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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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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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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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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
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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
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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.
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: 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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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 South Naples, ME

The average cost of senior living in South Naples is $6,370 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hallowell, ME with an average of $5,033 per month.

Independent living costs in South Naples, ME, vs. nearby cities

South Naples, ME
$6,370/mo
$6,440/mo
$6,887/mo

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

South Naples, ME
$6,370/mo
$5,915/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in South Naples, ME, vs. other senior living options

$7,380/mo
Independent Living
$6,370/mo

Independent living costs in South Naples, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,820/mo
Studio
$3,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,657/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,473/mo

Senior living costs in South Naples 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: South Naples, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Naples, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$6,370/mo$5,915/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$7,380/mo$6,816/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$7,380/mo$6,832/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
South Naples, ME:$6,370/mo
Maine:$5,915/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
South Naples, ME:$7,380/mo
Maine:$6,816/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
South Naples, ME:$7,380/mo
Maine:$6,832/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in South Naples, ME, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Naples 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
South Naples, ME$3,785/mo$3,546/mo+6.7%
Maine$3,521/mo$3,498/mo+0.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
South Naples, ME
2024 average cost:$3,785/mo
2023 average cost:$3,546/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,521/mo
2023 average cost:$3,498/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in South Naples

Recent reviews for independent living in South Naples

Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME

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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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Casco Inn Residential Care

4.3
The physical plant is inviting. No two rooms are alike and they are well kept and up to date. All of the workers (aides, nurses and other staff) are very professional and seem to care deeply for the residents. They are ready to handle any situation as it arises. The whole place is "home-y", ...
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The Park Danforth in Portland, ME

5.0
My mom is very happy here. She loves the food. The community has been very welcoming and friendly. She hasn't had many problems, but they're very responsive. When her garbage disposal wasn't working, somebody came up the next day to fix it. They generally have a bunch of activities but have ...
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South Naples independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Naples independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Naples, 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 South Naples 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 South Naples partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Naples, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.8%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.2%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in South Naples 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 South Naples communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Naples, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.2%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
13.2%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Naples 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 South Naples offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Naples, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.4%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
26.3%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.4%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.4%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
18.4%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.7%
46.8%
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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, Sable Lodge Retirement Community and Holiday Woods at Canco are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Naples, Maine. See full list of communities.
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