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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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...
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
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: 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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Cost of assisted living in North Deering, ME

The average cost of senior living in North Deering is $6,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gardiner, ME with an average of $5,776 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Deering, ME, vs. nearby cities

North Deering, ME
$6,694/mo
$6,733/mo
$6,779/mo

Assisted living costs in North Deering, ME, vs. state and national averages

North Deering, ME
$6,694/mo
$6,490/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in North Deering, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,694/mo
$6,718/mo

Assisted living costs in North Deering, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,426/mo
Studio
$7,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,903/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,303/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in North Deering 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: North Deering, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Deering, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$6,694/mo$6,490/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,718/mo$6,490/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,083/mo$5,568/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
North Deering, ME:$6,694/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
North Deering, ME:$6,718/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
North Deering, ME:$6,083/mo
Maine:$5,568/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Deering, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Deering 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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Assisted living cost trends in North Deering, ME

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Deering 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
North Deering, ME$6,022/mo$5,513/mo+9.2%
Maine$6,061/mo$5,685/mo+6.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
North Deering, ME
2024 average cost:$6,022/mo
2023 average cost:$5,513/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Maine
2024 average cost:$6,061/mo
2023 average cost:$5,685/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Deering, ME

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in North Deering.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Deering

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Deering

Avita of Stroudwater in Westbrook, ME

5.0
They did try to take good care of my loved one. They offered daily activities and the community was clean. The food was good. My loved one was only there for a short time as we realized he needed more care than they were able to provide. They oversold themselves on the care that was ...
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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 Landing At Cape Elizabeth

5.0
I couldn’t be happier with this facility. There’s a lot of individual interaction and one on one care with my Mom and they do a really good job of keeping me updated if there are any problems. The food is great and it’s very nutritious. They have a menu of 6 or 7 things on it for every meal so ...
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North Deering review score based on 68 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 68 reviews of 30 North Deering assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Deering review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

North Deering review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
North Deering, ME30 facilities
8.6
Portland, ME30 facilities
8.7
Westbrook, ME28 facilities

Review subcategories for North Deering assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 68 reviews of 30 North Deering assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Deering resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.4
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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North Deering assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Deering assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Deering, 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 North Deering assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in North Deering that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
36.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Deering assisted living

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 North Deering Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Deering, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
20%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Deering assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Deering partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Deering, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
23.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in North Deering assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Deering communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Deering, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Deering assisted 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 assisted living communities in North Deering offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Deering, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
26.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
26.7%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
26.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Deering

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Maine assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Deering protect seniors.
Learn about Maine assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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