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10 Best Nursing Homes in South Buxton, ME

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South Buxton is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 24 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in South Buxton, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in South Buxton is about $7,143, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 138 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near South Buxton, ME

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Photo of Scarborough Terrace
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Any issues that I had were addressed immediately. The room was always clean and laundry done promptly. I found the evening meals bland, sometimes served late; leaving sandwiches dry and hot meals cold. I...
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.
Scarborough Terrace is a gracious, comfortable assisted living community where we provide a full complement of supportive services and amenities including 24/7 care tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident. Residents enjoy a variety of social, cultural and educational activities....
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Not share apartments elderly disabled adults living in their homes and restrictive cash payments will not stop to the public sector as they are being treated at a new doctors facility in hospitals for...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Nursing care has been very inconsistent. Anyone who needs a lot of care, I do not recommend no matter how much they say they can meet their needs My mother is now independent enough to wait for what she...
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.
We are proud to introduce The Grande at South Portland, where you can experience the luxury Maine senior living you desire with the professional care you need.Bridge Senior Living has been proudly serving the residents of since 2019, and now, more Portland-area residents can experience our...
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It is a very caring facility where I feel the staff from the cleaners to activities treat everyone with such kindness and feels like genuine relationships. I would not hesitate to recommend. Has a...
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.
Located just seven miles south of Portland, The Enclave of Scarborough is a vibrant senior living community where older adults can live more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff.Enclave of Scarborough is convenient to local beaches, nature preserves, shopping and...
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Overall, they did a good job with taking care of my father. The staff was very accommodating and have been sending lots of emails regarding the status of the community as the result of the Covid-19 pandemic....
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
This 60-unit, state- of-the-art community, which focuses on memory care, is a joint venture of Burlington, Massachusetts-based Northbridge Companies and Portland, Maine-based Sandy River Company. The name, Avita, which translates to 'For Life,' was inspired by our desire to create a safe and...
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Very nice building. Clean and well lighted. Employees were very friendly and helpful. My Aunt seemed to be happy. I will be visiting often. Having had worked in a nursing home this appears to be a nice place
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Stroudwater Lodge, in Westbrook, ME is located just off of I-95 and minutes from bustling downtown Portland, ME. This brand new 95-apartment state-of-the-art community is now open and offers both independent and assisted living options. The community is just a stone's throw from the...
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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.
Inn At Village SquareThe Inn at Village Square is a top-rated assisted living community located in quaint and picturesque Gorham, ME, the economic center of the State of Maine, and is one of the state’s most serene natural environments characterized with and known for its rolling green hills.The...
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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: 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.
Gorham House is a warm, welcoming place where residents can relax and enjoy our convenient amenities. Below are some of our highlighted amenities:Beauty shopOutdoor walkwaysRecreation roomSpacious common areas
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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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.
Photo of The Shaw House
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, 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.

Cost of nursing homes in South Buxton, ME

The average cost of senior living in South Buxton is $7,143 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewiston, ME with an average of $6,397 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Buxton, ME vs. nearby cities

South Buxton, ME
$7,143/mo
$7,272/mo
$7,153/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Buxton, ME vs. the state and national average

South Buxton, ME
$7,143/mo
$6,547/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Buxton vs. other types of senior living

$7,089/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,143/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in South Buxton, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$7,919/mo
Studio
$8,728/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,473/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,698/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in South Buxton over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Buxton

Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Buxton

Avita of Stroudwater in Westbrook, ME

5.0
They did try to take good care of my loved one. They offered daily activities and the community was clean. The food was good. My loved one was only there for a short time as we realized he needed more care than they were able to provide. They oversold themselves on the care that was ...
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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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South Buxton nursing homes services and amenities

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

Availability of select care services in South Buxton nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in South Buxton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
35.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.1%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.1%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
23.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Buxton nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of South Buxton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Buxton, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
35.3%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Buxton nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of South Buxton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Buxton, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Buxton nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of South Buxton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Buxton, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Buxton nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in South Buxton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Buxton, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.2%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
23.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
0.4%
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Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, Atria Kennebunk and Scarborough Terrace are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Buxton, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 24 nursing homes facilities near South Buxton, Maine. See the full list.

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