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10 Best Nursing Homes in South Durham, ME
South Durham 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 38 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in South Durham, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in South Durham is about $6,590, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 117 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Poland, Cobb Cove and Crescent Lake.
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Cost of nursing homes in South Durham, ME
The average cost of senior living in South Durham is $6,590 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $5,235 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Durham, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in South Durham, ME vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in South Durham, ME by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in South Durham
Recent reviews for nursing homes in South Durham
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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Fallbrook Woods in Portland, ME
4.6
I say it all the time... we love it. The staff seem to love working together and with the residents... it's the first thing I saw and keep seeing still. They are fun and incredibly accommodating.
Because we saw the employees laughing with one another, I sensed that finding and keeping ...
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South Durham nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Durham nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Durham, 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 Durham 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 Durham 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
33.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.5%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
77.8%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
33.3%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
25.9%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Durham 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 Durham Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
18.5%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Durham 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 Durham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.5%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Durham 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 Durham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.8%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Durham 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 Durham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
3.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
3.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Highlands, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and Schooner Estates Senior Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near South Durham, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 38 nursing homes facilities near South Durham, Maine. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near South Durham
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