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Assisted living costs in Pea Cove average about $6,108 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Pea Cove. Our detailed directory has 83 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.

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Photo of Winterberry Heights Senior Living
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We picked them because it was a beautiful physical plant, welcoming staff. It was an assisted living facility. They accepted my sister who had dementia. Would recommend. But not for someone with dementia. As...
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.
Winterberry Heights Assisted Living features 78 well designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom retirement and assisted living apartments. We also offer a dedicated wing with 14 apartments designed to accommodate residents with memory care needs. This wing, which has a separate entrance, is...
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Once placed at Dirigo Pines, there was no instructions about how to to forward. Things like making a hair appointment, policies on visitors or outings, arranging for personal care like podiatrist etc. a...
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.
Dirigo Pines is an independent living, assisted living, specialized care, and memory care community situated in picturesque Orono, Maine. Residents choose from a wide range of lifestyle options and styles designed for comfort and convenience. At Dirigo Pines residents can stroll along the...
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My loved one stayed at this facility at a time, and the care they provided was excellent. However he was not quite ready for full time nursing care, and still wanted a level of independence. We decided to...
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.
Orono Commons is located in historic and vibrant Orono, Maine. Home to the University of Maine, Orono is an exciting and growing city on the shores of the Penobscot River. We are proud of our beautiful community and the high quality assistance we provide to our residents. Our caring staff can...
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I can say very affirmatively that my mother was much relieved with the care she got at Westgate Manor. They are a skilled nursing facility that really specializes in dementia care and alzheimer's care. Of...
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.
Westgate Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Bangor, Maine. We specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. The center features a large dining room and an...
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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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Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Pea Cove, ME

The average cost of senior living in Pea Cove is $6,108 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Milford, ME with an average of $5,904 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pea Cove, ME vs. nearby cities

Pea Cove, ME
$6,108/mo
$6,108/mo
$6,108/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pea Cove, ME vs. the state and national average

Pea Cove, ME
$6,108/mo
$6,540/mo
U.S. national average
$4,625/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Pea Cove vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,108/mo
$6,108/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Pea Cove, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$7,088/mo
Studio
$6,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,348/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,683/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Pea Cove over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pea Cove, 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 Pea Cove.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pea Cove

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pea Cove

Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

3.4
My mom passed away over a year ago. She chose not to participate in meals in the dining room or the activities. Covid affected over 12 months of her stay. She had several med errors and two staff that worked nights were let go after week reported rough handling. They sprained her wrist badly.

Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME

4.9
I have lived here for over 4 years. We recently had a large turnover in management which was needed, and all the staff, both remaining long timers and new, are professional, caring, devoted to quality service, and reflect that in their daily interaction with the residents both in the Inn and in ...
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Pea Cove assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pea Cove assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pea Cove, 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 Pea Cove 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 Pea Cove 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
30%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pea Cove 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 Pea Cove 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
40%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
10%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pea Cove 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 Pea Cove 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
20%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Pea Cove 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 Pea Cove communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
30%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pea Cove 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 Pea Cove offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
10%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pea Cove

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 Pea Cove protect seniors.

Learn about Maine Assisted Living regulations

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Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Dirigo Pines and Orono Commons are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pea Cove, Maine. See full list of communities.

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