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The cost of independent living in South Orland is about $4,783 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 14 options. Read 5 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 Bangor, Belfast and Ellsworth.

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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.
When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
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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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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, 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.
The place to retire in Downeast Maine. Just south of Blue Hill, Maine, on a peninsula dotted with gracious summer homes, is a pleasant and welcoming community on 28-acres surrounded by woods and walking trails and commanding stunning views of Blue Hill Bay. This is Parker Ridge. With panoramic...
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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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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.
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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
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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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My experience with this community has been great, this community is kept fairly clean. When i first came to visit, i knew this was going to be a great fit for me. The ares tarting to slowly open up...
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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.
The Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home is located in Historic Brewer, Maine. Here you'll find the Ellen Leach Home surrounded by nature's beauty while nestled in a grove of stately pines, yet conveniently located within minutes of public libraries, museums, shopping venues, restaurants, medical...
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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.

Cost of independent living in South Orland, ME

The average cost of senior living in South Orland is $4,783 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,390 per month.

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

South Orland, ME
$4,783/mo
$4,760/mo
$4,808/mo

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

South Orland, ME
$4,783/mo
$5,724/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$6,789/mo
Independent Living
$4,783/mo

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

Studio
$6,373/mo

Senior living costs in South Orland 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 Orland, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Orland, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$4,783/mo$5,724/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$6,789/mo$6,744/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$6,789/mo$6,758/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
South Orland, ME:$4,783/mo
Maine:$5,724/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
South Orland, ME:$6,789/mo
Maine:$6,744/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
South Orland, ME:$6,789/mo
Maine:$6,758/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in South Orland

Recent reviews for independent living in South Orland

Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home in Brewer, ME

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So far in the time that I have been here, I tink it is a great place. I am pleased with everything and I feel very comfortable here, I have no complaints.

Solstice at Bangor

5.0
I am very happy with solstice. We like the fact that even though it is not assisted care, they come into clean once a week and they change the bedding once a week. Also, the fact that they cook meals. The place is very clean.

Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

5.0
I really liked the staff. My mom had a private room that was fairly large. She was able to have a recliner, twin bed, small bookcase, beside table, small dresser and a desk. The closet was small. She had to share the bathroom which she hated. She was only there a month before she passed so I ...
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South Orland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Orland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Orland, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dining options in South Orland 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 Orland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Orland, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Orland 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 Orland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Orland, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
45.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
7.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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