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The cost of independent living in Brooklin is about $5,740 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 37 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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
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.
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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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.
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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Provides: Independent Living
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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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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.
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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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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: Independent Living
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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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Brooklin, ME

The average cost of senior living in Brooklin is $5,740 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Brewer, ME with an average of $4,097 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brooklin, ME vs. nearby cities

Brooklin, ME
$5,740/mo
$4,917/mo
$4,690/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brooklin, ME vs. the state and national average

Brooklin, ME
$5,740/mo
$5,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,036/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Brooklin vs. other types of senior living

$5,740/mo
Independent Living
$5,740/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Brooklin, ME by room type

1 Bedroom
$4,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,075/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Brooklin

Recent reviews for independent living in Brooklin

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME

4.9
From day one I have been treated like a family member! Every place is clean in order and all employees a very accommodating, friendly, helpful and I can definitely recommend “Birch Bay Retirement “ who’s looking for the best. Congratulations to all including the exterior maintenance Crew , a job ...
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Brooklin independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brooklin independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Brooklin partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brooklin, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Brooklin independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Brooklin communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brooklin, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brooklin independent 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 independent living communities in Brooklin offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brooklin, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
22.2%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch Bay Retirement Village, Harbor Hill Center and Benjamin River Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brooklin, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Brooklin, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Brooklin, Maine is Birch Bay Retirement Village. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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