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10 Best Nursing Homes in Carroll, ME

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Carroll nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Carroll, ME may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

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zipAverageCost: $5,163

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My loved one stayed at this facility at a time, and the care they provided was excellent. However he was not quite ready for full time nursing care, and still wanted a level of independence. We decided to...
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.
Orono Commons is located in historic and vibrant Orono, Maine. Home to the University of Maine, Orono is an exciting and growing city on the shores of the Penobscot River. We are proud of our beautiful community and the high quality assistance we provide to our residents. Our caring staff can...
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I believe that every family needs to be an advocate for their loved one. Dementia patients need to have someone to help them through their journey. My biggest concern is the cost.
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.
Dirigo Pines is an independent living, assisted living, specialized care, and memory care community situated in picturesque Orono, Maine. Residents choose from a wide range of lifestyle options and styles designed for comfort and convenience. At Dirigo Pines residents can stroll along 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
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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.
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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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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Cost of nursing homes in Carroll, ME

The average cost of senior living in Carroll is $5,163 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mattawamkeag, ME with an average of $4,950 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Carroll, ME, vs. nearby cities

Carroll, ME
$5,163/mo
$6,032/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carroll, ME, vs. state and national averages

Carroll, ME
$5,163/mo
$6,490/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carroll, ME, vs. other senior living options

$5,163/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,163/mo

Nursing homes costs in Carroll, ME, by floor plan type

Studio
$7,335/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,185/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,588/mo

Senior living costs in Carroll vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Carroll, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarroll, MEMaineU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,163/mo$6,490/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,163/mo$6,490/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,163/mo$6,490/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,159/mo$5,568/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Carroll, ME:$5,163/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Carroll, ME:$5,163/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Carroll, ME:$5,163/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carroll, ME:$4,159/mo
Maine:$5,568/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Carroll, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Carroll 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Carroll, ME

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Carroll 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Carroll, ME$9,328/mo$7,892/mo+18.2%
Maine$5,952/mo$6,088/mo-2.2%
National$4,970/mo$4,822/mo+3.1%
Carroll, ME
2024 average cost:$9,328/mo
2023 average cost:$7,892/mo
Percent change:+18.2%
Maine
2024 average cost:$5,952/mo
2023 average cost:$6,088/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
National
2024 average cost:$4,970/mo
2023 average cost:$4,822/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Carroll

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Carroll

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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Carroll nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carroll nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carroll, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Carroll nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Carroll that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carroll, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
2.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
25%
10.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
12.5%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
25%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carroll nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Carroll Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carroll, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
12.5%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carroll nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Carroll partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carroll, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.5%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
4%
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Availability of select dining options in Carroll nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Carroll communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carroll, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carroll nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Carroll offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carroll, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
12.5%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
12.5%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
12.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
12.5%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
12.5%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
12.5%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
12.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
12.5%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.5%
0.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
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