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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Scarborough, ME

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 39 independent living facilities in West Scarborough, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West End, Deering Center and Arts District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Portland, Scarborough and Saco.

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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: Senior Apartments
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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
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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.
Inn At Village SquareThe Inn at Village Square is a top-rated assisted living community located in quaint and picturesque Gorham, ME, the economic center of the State of Maine, and is one of the state’s most serene natural environments characterized with and known for its rolling green hills.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: 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.
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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, 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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Cost of independent living in West Scarborough, ME

The average cost of senior living in West Scarborough is $6,194 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lewiston, ME with an average of $5,601 per month.

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

West Scarborough, ME
$6,194/mo
$6,169/mo

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

West Scarborough, ME
$6,194/mo
$5,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$7,070/mo
Independent Living
$6,194/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,426/mo
Studio
$6,384/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,418/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,513/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Scarborough over time

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What families are saying about independent living in West Scarborough

Recent reviews for independent living in West Scarborough

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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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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West Scarborough independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Scarborough independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Scarborough, 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 West Scarborough 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 West Scarborough partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Scarborough, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
11.8%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in West Scarborough 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 West Scarborough communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Scarborough, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.6%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Scarborough 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 West Scarborough offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Scarborough, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
29.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
26.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.6%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.5%
46.1%
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Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living and Atria Kennebunk are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Scarborough, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 39 independent living facilities near West Scarborough, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in West Scarborough, Maine is Atria Kennebunk. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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