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The cost of independent living in Swans Island is about $4,134 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 43 options. Read 112 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 Winterberry Heights Senior Living
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9.3
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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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Photo of Solstice Senior Living at Bangor
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77 Floor plans available
7.5
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7.5
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36 reviews
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I am very happy with solstice. We like the fact that even though it is not assisted care, they come into clean once a week and they change the bedding once a week. Also, the fact that they cook meals. The...
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.
Discover the charms of the “Jewel of Maine” city at Solstice Senior Living at Bangor. Located near Husson University and Bangor Mall, Solstice at Bangor offers a bright and open senior living community full of adventure for all residents. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the...
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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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My father passed away leaving my mother living alone. The upkeep of their home was too much and she was very lonely. A friend of mine told me about Country Villa - so I called and came in for a tour. The...
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.
The Country Villa - Supportive Senior LivingThe Country Villa is a Supportive Senior Living Community owned and operated by Volunteers of American Northern New England. Since 1896 Volunteers of America has helped seniors live in safety, comfort, and dignity. Our mission is to provide residents...
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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: 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: 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: 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
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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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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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Photo of Meadowview
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.
Photo of Broadway North
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.
Photo of Bella Point Camden
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.
Camden Hills Villas Camden Hills Villas are located in Camden, ME. This independent living community provides its residents with a beautiful place to call home. Camden is a part of Knox County, and it offers much to enjoy outdoors. Those who visit this area or who choose to call it home will...
Photo of Quarry Hill Retirement Comm
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.
Photo of Penobscot Shores Retirement
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.
Photo of Merry Gardens Estates
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.
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.
Photo of Jed Prouty Assisted Living
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 Homestead At Owls Head
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.
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.
Photo of Mill Stream Heights
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.
Photo of Avalon Village
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Swans Island, ME

The average cost of senior living in Swans Island is $4,134 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Minturn, ME with an average of $4,032 per month.

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

Swans Island, ME
$4,134/mo
$4,478/mo
$5,241/mo

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

Swans Island, ME
$4,134/mo
$5,662/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$6,461/mo
Independent Living
$4,134/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,675/mo
Studio
$4,548/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,048/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,113/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Swans Island over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Swans Island

Recent reviews for independent living in Swans Island

Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home in Brewer, ME

5.0
So far in the time that I have been here, I tink it is a great place. I am pleased with everything and I feel very comfortable here, I have no complaints.

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.

The Country Villa in Bangor, ME

5.0
My father moved into The Country Villa a couple of months ago and I was nervous to say the least. However, I am now so relieved and I can't say enough about the caring staff, great meals - and social activities that take place there. My father has adjusted well, made some new friends, and ...
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Swans Island independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swans Island independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swans Island, 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 Swans Island 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 Swans Island partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Swans Island, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
6.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
6.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
6.1%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Swans Island 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 Swans Island communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swans Island, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.2%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
12.1%
37.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swans Island 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 Swans Island offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swans Island, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
15.2%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.1%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
15.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.2%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
9.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
6.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
15.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
15.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
3%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.1%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.1%
46.5%
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Solstice Senior Living at Bangor and Harbor Hill Center are the top-rated independent living facilities near Swans Island, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 43 independent living facilities near Swans Island, Maine. See the full list.

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