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10 Best Independent Living Communities in York County, ME
If you’re looking for independent living in the York County area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in York County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 11 independent living facilities in York County, 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 Concordville, Deering Center and Long Beach.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Scarborough, York and Wells.
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Very caring staff. Just not enough. They could add another care giver to the assisted wing. We picked this community, because it was closer to my brother and I. And because of the reputation
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Sentry Hill at York Harbor is the preeminent retirement community in New England beautifully situated on 12 acres within easy walking distance of historic York Village and York Harbor. Designed after the style of the grand hotels of the 1890's; senior living at Sentry Hill offers a 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in York County, ME
The average cost of senior living in York County is $6,097 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterboro, ME with an average of $5,321 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in York County, ME vs. nearby counties
York County, ME
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in York County, ME vs. the state and national average
York County, ME
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in York County vs. other types of senior living
Independent Living
Median monthly costs of Independent Living in York County, ME by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in York County
Recent reviews for independent living in York County
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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Sunrise of Huntington Common in Kennebunk, ME
3.9
Staff is friendly and courteous. Always quick to help with any concerns.
I would highly recommend Sunrise of Huntington Commons.
York County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in York County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in York County, 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 York County 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 York County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
York County, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in York County 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 York County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
York County, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
42.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in York County 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 York County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
46.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Residence at Silver Square and Langdon Place of Dover are the top-rated independent living facilities near York County, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 11 independent living facilities near York County, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in York County, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living and Atria Kennebunk. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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Independent Living in Cities Near York County
- Scarborough, Maine
- York, Maine
- Wells, Maine
- Saco, Maine
- Westbrook, Maine
- Ogunquit, Maine
- Kennebunk, Maine
- South Portland, Maine
- Dover, New Hampshire
- Gorham, Maine
- Biddeford, Maine
- Rochester, New Hampshire
- North Berwick, Maine
- Cornish, Maine
- Wolfeboro, New Hampshire
- Old Orchard Beach, Maine
- Arundel, Maine
- Pine Point, Maine
- Milton, New Hampshire
- South Berwick, Maine
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