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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dunns, ME

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Dunns is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 11 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dunns, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dunns is about $6,780, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 40 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dunns, ME

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Photo of Bay Square at Yarmouth
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33 Floor plans available
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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...
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.
Like a grand seaside inn, Bay Square at Yarmouth extends a warm and majestic invitation to all who come its way. Inside, the atmosphere is filled with joy of family, fond memories and proud traditions. Welcome to Senior living 'the way it was meant to be!' Splendidly located just beyond the...
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I would tell others that it is a small community. The owners are very involved in running the community and caring for the residents. The staff are very good about getting the residents to appointments. ...
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.
Ledgeview Assisted Living — When living alone is no longer an option and a nursing home isn't the answer. Ledgeview Living — where winter brings the warmth of a crackling fire in our fireplaces and summer evening breezes bring the scent of pint trees and seasonal flowers. — Where residents can...
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My father is a current resident at this facility. Prior to coming here he was not doing well in the hospital and people were giving up on him! At Sedgewood with attentive caring staff he has improved...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Sedgewood Commons is a dedicated Genesis Alzheimer’s Homestead Community in beautiful Falmouth, Maine. Bordering one of the largest anchorages in Maine on Casco Bay, our town is stunning, home to private golf clubs and the Portland Yacht Club. Our community fits right in with the beauty of 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.
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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.
Webster offers personalized assisted living services to 14 residents with memory care deficit who may wander and need to be on a secure unit, in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport just minutes off the highway, and a short drive...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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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.
Freeport Place offers personalized assisted living services to 30 residents in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport, right next to the Freeport Country Club Golf Course. Located close to Ll.Bean and downtown Freeport, just minutes...
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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.
Foreside Harbor is a premier assisted living community modeled after traditional New England style inns. Our 28 private apartments combine the luxury of oceanside living with a level of quality care that provides you with the independence you cherish. Situated on the shores of Casco Bay, Foreside...
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Dunns, ME

The average cost of senior living in Dunns is $6,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,776 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dunns, ME vs. nearby cities

Dunns, ME
$6,780/mo
$7,031/mo
$7,109/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dunns, ME vs. the state and national average

Dunns, ME
$6,780/mo
$6,552/mo
U.S. national average
$5,092/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dunns vs. other types of senior living

$6,733/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,780/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dunns, ME by room type

Studio
$9,602/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,240/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,845/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dunns over time

Dunns, MEME stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dunns

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dunns

Avita of Stroudwater in Westbrook, ME

5.0
They did try to take good care of my loved one. They offered daily activities and the community was clean. The food was good. My loved one was only there for a short time as we realized he needed more care than they were able to provide. They oversold themselves on the care that was ...
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Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME

4.0
So far it has been a great fit for my mom at the Stroudwater Lodge. It is a new and beautiful community. It is the first one we toured and it had everything we needed. It is very convenient for my mom to get to her nearby Dr. appointments. Most of the time the communication is pretty good with ...
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The Enclave of Scarborough

4.1
The staff are all lovely and very friendly and supportive to my mom and to the family. They are approachable and quick to respond to needs or requests. My mom's room is always clean and her laundry is done promptly. The only issue my mom has is that she doesn't care for the food. They have ...
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Dunns nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunns nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunns, 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 Dunns nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Dunns that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dunns, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.5%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dunns nursing homes

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 Dunns Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dunns, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunns nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dunns partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dunns, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.2%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
18.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunns nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dunns communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dunns, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
18.2%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunns nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Dunns offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dunns, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
9.1%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
27.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
27.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
27.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.3%
0.4%
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The Highlands, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and Scarborough Terrace are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dunns, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Dunns, Maine. See the full list.

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