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Photo of Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living
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My husband and I were looking for an independent living facility for my aunt and uncle and toured many facilities in the Portland area. My aunt and uncle were reluctant to leave their home, but once they...
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 Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living
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We moved out dad to Birchwoods over a year ago, and the staff have been so wonderful and caring. He has some aging challenges and Birchwoods has been very accommodating. Great variety of activities forall...
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.
Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living located in beautiful Portland, Maine, combines the care seniors need, the convenience they value, and the independence they cherish.Birchwoods at Canco is beautifully designed with spacious common areas to enjoy with family and friends. Our gracious dining room...
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What I like the most about the 75 State Street community is the clear communication between administrators and staff regarding policies. All alerts or policy changes that I am appraised of go to my son and...
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.
Located in the beautiful port side city of Portland, Maine, Seventy-Five State Street is an active and vibrant community within a community. Established in 1854, we are one of the oldest not for profits in the city and enjoy a stellar reputation of high-quality care and services for people of all...
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Photo of Holiday Woods at Canco
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I should tell you that my stay at Holiday Villages was wonderful. It was like staying at a 4 Star hotel. The staff was very friendly and they remembered my name and knew what my food preferences were.
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 Woods at Canco provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the unspoiled beauty of Portland's rugged countryside, you'll love the elegant grace of our facilities and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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I really like Park Danforth and my loved one likes it as well. We picked this community, because my father was here previously and had a great experience. It's a safe place for a loved one that I am...
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.
At The Park Danforth, we have luxurious, attractive apartments available for seniors who are looking for premier retirement communities with independent living or assisted living. Now is your time to relax, so make The Park Danforth your retirement home in Portland, ME. We offer various degrees...
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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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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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Very nice building. Clean and well lighted. Employees were very friendly and helpful. My Aunt seemed to be happy. I will be visiting often. Having had worked in a nursing home this appears to be a nice place
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.
Stroudwater Lodge, in Westbrook, ME is located just off of I-95 and minutes from bustling downtown Portland, ME. This brand new 95-apartment state-of-the-art community is now open and offers both independent and assisted living options. The community is just a stone's throw from 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.
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
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
Photo of The Cedars
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 Gray Manor
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 Seaside Nursing & Retirement
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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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.
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 Larrabee 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.
Photo of Portland Center For Assisted
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 Eunice Frye Home
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Cumberland, ME

The average cost of senior living in Cumberland is $6,147 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Augusta, ME with an average of $4,157 per month.

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

Cumberland, ME
$6,147/mo
$6,094/mo
$6,202/mo

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

Cumberland, ME
$6,147/mo
$5,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$6,651/mo
Independent Living
$6,147/mo

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

Studio
$6,074/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,703/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,287/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cumberland over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cumberland

Recent reviews for independent living in Cumberland

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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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living in Portland, ME

5.0
I would definitely recommend this facility! The staff are so kind and engaging! Housekeeping and maintenance keep right on top of things! Housekeeping provides sheets and towels and they are changed each week. My father required some assistance with showering, laundry and medication and they ...
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Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living in Portland, ME

5.0
Birchwoods at Canco is a welcoming environment. My mother has been very happy living there and having all her needs met. I highly recommend.

Cumberland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cumberland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cumberland, 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 Cumberland 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 Cumberland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cumberland, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cumberland 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 Cumberland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cumberland, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cumberland 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 Cumberland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cumberland, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
16%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
20%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
12%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, The Highlands and Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cumberland, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 25 independent living facilities near Cumberland, Maine. See the full list.

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