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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Knox County, ME
Assisted living costs in Knox County average about $5,690 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 17 communities in Knox County. Our detailed directory has 8 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Belfast, Rockland and Round Pond.
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I can't say enough about the care my mother-in-law received at The Lincoln Home. The small, home like environment was a perfect fit - staff go above and beyond to support each resident as an individual and...
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.
The Lincoln Home, an all inclusive, vibrant community for seniors, is situated on the banks of the Damariscotta River in Midcoast Maine.Vibrant Senior Living is our mission. Our seniors engage intellectually and creatively, share laughter and companionship, and experience all that Midcoast Maine...
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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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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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.
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.
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.
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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Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for...
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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Knox County, ME
The average cost of senior living in Knox County is $5,690 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Knox County, ME vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Knox County, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Knox County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Knox County, ME by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Knox County, ME
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Knox County.
Private income options in Maine
Find ways to combine private income sources to pay for assisted living.
VA benefits in Maine
Learn how ample VA benefits can help veterans and their spouses pay for assisted living.
Medicare and Medicaid in Maine
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Knox County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knox County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knox County, 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 Knox County assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Knox County 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
15.4%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
15.4%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
15.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.1%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Knox County assisted living
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 Knox County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.4%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.7%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
15.4%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knox County assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Knox County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.7%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Knox County assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Knox County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.4%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knox County assisted 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 assisted living communities in Knox County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
7.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
29.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
7.7%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
7.7%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.7%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.7%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.7%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
7.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
7.7%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.7%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Knox County
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Maine assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Knox County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Lincoln Home, Harbor Hill Center and Bartlett Woods Inc. are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Knox County, Maine. See full list of communities.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Knox County
- Belfast, Maine
- Rockland, Maine
- Round Pond, Maine
- Damariscotta, Maine
- Thomaston, Maine
- Rockport, Maine
- Washington, Maine
- Lincolnville, Maine
- New Harbor, Maine
- Newcastle, Maine
- Nobleboro, Maine
- Pemaquid, Maine
- Martin, Maine
- Belmont, Maine
- Northport, Maine
- Crows Nest, Maine
- Islesboro, Maine
- Harborside, Maine
- Palermo, Maine
- Appleton, Maine
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