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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Searsmont, ME
If your loved one needs memory care in West Searsmont, A Place for Mom can help. With 78 memory care facilities in West Searsmont, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in West Searsmont incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. West Searsmont memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in West Searsmont, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Rockland, Waterville and Belfast.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockland, Waterville and Belfast.
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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...
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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My mom passed away at the end of June- I have only positive things to say about The Highlands and their staff. Overall the facilities were great and the staff were very caring to my mom and to my family in...
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.
The Highlands is located in the historic district of Topsham, next door to Brunswick and Bowdoin College, and 25 miles from Portland, Maine's largest city. The Highlands offers a continuum of care in magnificent natural setting, covering 75 acres complete with meandering walking trails....
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I can't say enough about the care my mother-in-law received at The Lincoln Home. The small, home like environment was a perfect fit - staff go above and beyond to support each resident as an individual and...
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.
The Lincoln Home, an all inclusive, vibrant community for seniors, is situated on the banks of the Damariscotta River in Midcoast Maine.Vibrant Senior Living is our mission. Our seniors engage intellectually and creatively, share laughter and companionship, and experience all that Midcoast Maine...
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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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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.
Captain Lewis Residence is a Level IV residential care facility situated in a beautiful, expanded Victorian sea captain's home overlooking the Kennebec River in Farmingdale, Maine (about a 45 minute drive north of Portland - just south of Augusta). For the past fourteen years, this family owned...
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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...
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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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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.
St. Andrews Village is a gracious, full service retirement community in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. By extending its senior living options and levels of care, St. Andrews created a new paradigm for senior living in Mid-Coast Maine. The St. Andrews Village Retirement Community opened its doors in...
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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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My brother and I toured 3 different facilities. We chose Sunnybrook because we got a great vibe and it was the only one that we could really see her being happy here. The size, the staff, the tour,...
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.
Sunnybrook, in Brunswick, ME is conveniently located just off Route 24 and proudly offers independent living and assisted living. This charming community boasts a home-like environment and beautifully appointed apartments, many with picturesque Moose Pond views. Sunnybrook is now proud to be...
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While looking into options for my loved one, we felt like this location was the best fit from the rest that we have seen. The staff is great; they check on my loved one frequently, they understand his needs,...
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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.
Avita of Brunswick is an assisted living and memory care community located in the picturesque town of Brunswick, Maine. Brunswick is situated in Cumberland County and has a history that extends back to the 1600's. The town is home to several cultural amenities, including the Bowdoin College...
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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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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.
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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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 memory care in West Searsmont, ME
The average cost of senior living in West Searsmont is $5,618 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,750 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in West Searsmont
Recent reviews for memory care in West Searsmont
The Highlands in Topsham, ME
5.0
The staff is very friendly and helpful. They go above and beyond for the residents and they have lots of activities available for the residents. They gear the activities towards each resident and they even have field trips. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME
3.8
They were under staffed but part of that was due to covid.
They do a good job but only offer certain services.
There was very little enrichment, but again due to covid.
It is on the expensive side.
The staff are wonderful, caring, friendly and always available. The facility itself is ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME
5.0
Every employee is pleasant, helpful and engages with residents, seamlessly adjusting the interaction such that it is appropriate to that resident.
During my initial tour, I asked about hiring. The answer resonated with me as they said “we look for attitude, aptitude and people who care, as we ...
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West Searsmont review score based on 33 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 33 reviews of 55 West Searsmont memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The West Searsmont review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
West Searsmont review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for West Searsmont memory care
When memory care 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 33 reviews of 55 West Searsmont memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Searsmont resident and family memory care 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.West Searsmont, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
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Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
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West Searsmont memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Searsmont memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Searsmont, 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 West Searsmont memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in West Searsmont 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
20%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.9%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
20%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.3%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.7%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
16.4%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in West Searsmont memory care
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 West Searsmont Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
9.1%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.4%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Searsmont memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of West Searsmont 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%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
12.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.5%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Searsmont memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of West Searsmont communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
10.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Searsmont memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in West Searsmont offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
5.5%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
18.2%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
14.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
3.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Winterberry Heights Senior Living, The Highlands and Plant Memorial Home are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Searsmont, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 78 memory care facilities near West Searsmont, Maine. See the full list.
The 78 memory care facilities near you in West Searsmont, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in West Searsmont, Maine, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in West Searsmont, Maine, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in West Searsmont, Maine ranges from $695 to $12500. The average Memory Care cost in West Searsmont, Maine is $5,618. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in West Searsmont, Maine typically starts at $695. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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