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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Southwest Harbor, ME
Assisted living costs in Southwest Harbor average about $6,149 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 22 communities in Southwest Harbor. Our detailed directory has 121 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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My parents moved into Birch Bay Village when they knew they needed more support as they aged. Now that my dad is gone my mom moved from independent to assisted living. Staff helped make this transition go...
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.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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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
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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.
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
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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.
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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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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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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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...
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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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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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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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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Southwest Harbor, ME
The average cost of senior living in Southwest Harbor is $6,149 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockland, ME with an average of $5,690 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Southwest Harbor, ME vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Southwest Harbor, ME vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Southwest Harbor vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Southwest Harbor, ME by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Southwest Harbor, ME
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What families are saying about assisted living in Southwest Harbor
Recent reviews for assisted living in Southwest Harbor
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.
Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME
4.5
When my mother could no longer live independently at home, we were grateful that the closest long term care facility was also one of the very best in the country. Birch Bay Village is a gem. The care staff are superlative—kind, caring, and attentive. The setting is spectacular, and residents ...
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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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Southwest Harbor review score based on 38 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 22 Southwest Harbor assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Southwest Harbor review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Southwest Harbor assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 38 reviews of 22 Southwest Harbor assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Southwest Harbor resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Southwest Harbor, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Southwest Harbor assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southwest Harbor assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southwest Harbor, 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 Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor 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
22.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
13.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
27.3%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
13.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.8%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor 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
27.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor 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
9.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.6%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southwest Harbor 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 Southwest Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.7%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.6%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
9.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.6%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.7%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
22.7%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
4.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Southwest Harbor
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 Southwest Harbor protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Birch Bay Retirement Village, Winterberry Heights Senior Living and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Southwest Harbor, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 22 assisted living facilities near Southwest Harbor, Maine. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Southwest Harbor, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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