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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Minot, ME

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The cost of independent living in Minot is about $6,367 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 40 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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Photo of Schooner Estates Senior Living
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The facility and everything about it is very nice about Schooner Estates, however the cost is extreme. It is costing nearly [fee removed]per month.
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.
At Schooner Estates Senior Living Community, we’ve created a home with you in mind. Our spacious, well-appointed apartments and studios, customized services, delicious meals, and wide array of activities make life enjoyable and worry free. We offer Independent living, Assisted Living and...
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It seems like it is a busy place with lots of people coming and going...the director was very helpful and made the process easy.
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.
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I continue to be impressed, almost on a daily basis. The staff, individually and collectively are thoughtful, caring, and enjoy supporting the residents in whatever way they can. A small example, my rolling...
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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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.
Photo of Auburn Home For Aged Women
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.
Photo of Pinecrest Apartments
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, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Excellent care at D'youville. We had visited a number of care facilities in the area. Because of hospitalization, a quick move took us to a facility that was not prepared for the level of care my wife...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Minot, ME

The average cost of senior living in Minot is $6,367 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $2,669 per month.

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

Minot, ME
$6,367/mo
$6,701/mo
$5,728/mo

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

Minot, ME
$6,367/mo
$5,648/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$6,766/mo
Independent Living
$6,367/mo

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

Studio
$6,515/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,225/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,600/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Minot over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Minot

Recent reviews for independent living in Minot

The Highlands in Topsham, ME

4.0
The Highlands is not a brand new facility, they could use some updated in a few spots which they are working on. Currently they have started updating the fitness area and pool area. The facilities are very nice and as to be expected. It seems like they are doing everything and have the tools to ...
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Casco Inn Residential Care

4.3
The physical plant is inviting. No two rooms are alike and they are well kept and up to date. All of the workers (aides, nurses and other staff) are very professional and seem to care deeply for the residents. They are ready to handle any situation as it arises. The whole place is "home-y", ...
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Bay Square at Yarmouth

5.0
Every staff member at Bay Square is fully engaged and always willing to lend a hand in any situation. They are kind, thoughtful, and patient at all times. Most importantly, from the leadership staff to the CNAs, they seem to be able to deliver care in a way that is positive and effective without ...
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Minot independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minot independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minot, 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 Minot 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 Minot partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Minot, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
11.1%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Minot 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 Minot communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Minot, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
11.1%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
11.1%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Minot 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 Minot offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Minot, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
44.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
42.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
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Schooner Estates Senior Living, The Highlands and Country Village Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Minot, Maine. See full list of communities.

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

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