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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dover South Mills, ME

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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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My experience with this community has been great, this community is kept fairly clean. When i first came to visit, i knew this was going to be a great fit for me. The ares tarting to slowly open up...
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 Ellen M. Leach Memorial Home is located in Historic Brewer, Maine. Here you'll find the Ellen Leach Home surrounded by nature's beauty while nestled in a grove of stately pines, yet conveniently located within minutes of public libraries, museums, shopping venues, restaurants, medical...
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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.
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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.
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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: 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
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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, 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.
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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, 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.
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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
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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 independent living in Dover South Mills, ME

The average cost of senior living in Dover South Mills is $3,965 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $2,613 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dover South Mills, ME vs. nearby cities

Dover South Mills, ME
$3,965/mo
$4,097/mo
$4,097/mo

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

Dover South Mills, ME
$3,965/mo
$5,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dover South Mills vs. other types of senior living

$5,816/mo
Independent Living
$3,965/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dover South Mills, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$5,675/mo
Studio
$5,195/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,718/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,233/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dover South Mills over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dover South Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Dover South Mills

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.

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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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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Dover South Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover South Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dover South Mills, 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 Dover South Mills 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 Dover South Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dover South Mills, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
2.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.1%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dover South Mills 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 Dover South Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dover South Mills, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.9%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dover South Mills 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 Dover South Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dover South Mills, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
9.5%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
11.9%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Solstice Senior Living at Bangor and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dover South Mills, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 42 independent living facilities near Dover South Mills, Maine. See the full list.

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