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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Etna, ME

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Photo of Winterberry Heights Senior Living
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9.4
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9.4
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We were there for only a few months because Dad passed but really liked everyone there and give a strong recommendation. They were amazing at the end and compared to his place in Maryland that was twice 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
8.7
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44 reviews
8.7
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44 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
25%
3 star
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They like all places have problems finding staff. This mostly in the food services. They try hard with the staff they have and do an Ok job. My initial opinion of the building was that it needed paint. 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.
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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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
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: 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: 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.
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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.
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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: 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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Photo of Freese's Assisted Living Program
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 Freese's Building Apartments
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 Dexter Boarding 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.
Photo of Sirjas
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.
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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...

Cost of independent living in Etna, ME

The average cost of senior living in Etna is $3,674 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of $3,266 per month.

Independent living costs in Etna, ME, vs. state and national averages

Etna, ME
$3,674/mo
$4,089/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Etna, ME, vs. other senior living options

$9,038/mo
Independent Living
$3,674/mo

Independent living costs in Etna, ME, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,420/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,093/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,991/mo

Senior living costs in Etna vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Etna, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEtna, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$3,674/mo$4,089/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$7,046/mo$7,568/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,038/mo$9,393/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Etna, ME:$3,674/mo
Maine:$4,089/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Etna, ME:$7,046/mo
Maine:$7,568/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Etna, ME:$9,038/mo
Maine:$9,393/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Etna, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Etna and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Etna, ME

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Etna have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Etna, ME$3,500/mo$3,480/mo+0.6%
Maine$3,701/mo$3,421/mo+8.2%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Etna, ME
2024 average cost:$3,500/mo
2023 average cost:$3,480/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,701/mo
2023 average cost:$3,421/mo
Percent change:+8.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Etna

Recent reviews for independent living in Etna

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

4.8
Everyone was very helpful and professional during the whole process from touring the facility to moving in and getting settled. The staff have great communication with each other so when we were running into some problems and certain precautions needed to be taken, everyone that would deal with ...
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Solstice Senior Living at Bangor

4.6
They don't do much care here but the administrative staff are fantastic. I haven't participate in the activities yet. I like the way the buildings maintained it's very clean and nice I like the staff they'll do anything so far that I've asked of them the activities are a little bit light we do ...
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Etna independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Etna independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Etna, 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 Etna 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 Etna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Etna, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.2%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.4%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.1%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Etna 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 Etna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Etna, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.1%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.8%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Etna 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 Etna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Etna, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
22.4%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.2%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
19%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.8%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.5%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.5%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
23.1%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
10.9%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.3%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Winterberry Heights Senior Living, Solstice Senior Living at Bangor and The Country Villa are the top-rated independent living facilities near Etna, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 15 independent living facilities near Etna, Maine. See the full list.
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