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You walk in and immediately feel comfortable. I know my mom is getting the care she needs but she's not just a Room number or anonymous patient here. Very capable staff and very friendly. I feel secure...
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.
Carriage Hill Assisted Living is a family owned and operated residence with 24 residents and opened in December 2015. Our residency is intentionally small for each resident to receive individualized attention and to know each staff member caring for his or her needs. Above all, Carriage Hill...
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The Assisted Living Center of Salisbury is such an unusual place as assisted living places go. It is a non-profit, so it isn't fancy. But in my mother's case that is a great fit. The place is small, with...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Assisted Living Center, Inc. has been a trusted name on the seacoast for over a decade, providing quality assisted living care to residents from Maine to Massachusetts. Our Salisbury residence – one of the first non-profit assisted living residences in New England – maintains the unique concept...
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Super staff. Very attractive facility. No complaints from me about anything. I would recommend them to others who are searching for memory care for their loved one.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
The Arbors of Bedford is a dedicated memory care assisted living residence. Unlike other senior living communities, we are exclusively dedicated to caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other types of memory impairment.We offer an innovative and award-winning memory care program, Live...
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The staff shows genuine kindness and care for all the people at Hillsbrook. When my dad first moved in, they were very welcoming and wanted to ensure he made friends within the community.
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.
Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown has 119 apartments of senior living suited for independent, assisted and memory care living. Whether you are interested in having a respite from cleaning, cooking and home maintenance but need no or little care, or, you need some assistance with daily living or...
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From the sales staff to the cleaners, everyone is very nice and pleasant. The apartment sizes are cozy. No problem with dietary restrictions. Plenty of activities for the residents. I feel my mother is being...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Pines Of Newmarket have served the residents of New England since 1999. At The Pines of Newmarket, our residents enjoy an array of services managed by a staff whose single goal is to help them enjoy life by creating a fun, loving and safe environment. We provide quality assisted living and...
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This place is lovely...the folks that are working there are wonderful , their active programs create healthy alternatives and the grounds the facilities are beautifully maintained. It is so much more and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Ashland Farm is the premier assisted living community in the Merrimack Valley offering traditional assisted living as well as the Harbor Program for the memory impaired. Ashland Farm provides residents with personalized service plans tailored to meet their unique needs. If you need help with...
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My mother was only there for just over 2 months before she passed away so I didn't have a large amount of experience with AAAL, but we were very happy she was there. All the staff were wonderful from the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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We visited many care facilities in two states. After lots of tears viewing some options and horror at seeing some employees at others, we decided on Atria in Kennebunk for our parents. We made the right...
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.
Atria Kennebunk is a friendly, upscale senior community nestled nearby the rocky shores of the Maine coast. Residents can enjoy the coziness of the gracious common rooms and choose from over 250 activities each month, including concerts in the park, local theatre, shopping trips, and walks along...
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The staff is great and he is getting very good care. He doesn't leave his room but that's his choice. He's very negative about the food but everything I've had, has been very good. I think his taste buds...
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.
Located in picturesque Kennebunk Maine, Huntington Common offers the most sophisticated independent retirement living in York County. Just three miles from the ocean and around the corner from quaint downtown Kennebunk, Huntington Common provides the perfect blend of community living and privacy....
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The staff and residents are friendly and welcoming. Staff use our names all the time. they smile and are helpful. I am exspanding my food choices as the food is wonderful and they serve foods I have not...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Sable Lodge Senior Resort is a 55 and over all-inclusive rental community.There is no buy-in and we also have a 30 day money back guaranty during your first month.Your monthly rent includes the following services at no additional charge or gratuity.Live in Managers24/7 Dedicated ConciergesValet...
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Spring Village has been amazing for our family; my family member lives there. They have a lot of activities going on; residents can pick if they want to do something different. There is more than one...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Spring Village at Dover is a new 56-bed assisted living community specializing in memory care, conveniently located in the developing Pointe Place neighborhood of Dover, NH. Woodbine Senior Living, LLC, a management and development company with over 40 years of experience in the Senior Living...
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The staff at Benchmark were unfailingly warm, welcoming, and accommodating to both the challenges my mother posed and to the anxieties of us as her family. They provided us with extra support during an...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Benchmark at Rye ~ only one mile from the ocean, is the Seacoast’s only community devoted exclusively to memory care. Residents live their lives here with dignity in a secure and peaceful setting where they can connect to the people, passions and things that matter most to them.Coastal...
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They have lots of activities. Mother is in a wheelchair and is still able to enjoy activities, out to concerts, ice cream, lunch, shopping,trips to local parks, and museums off the premises as well as...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Located in the heart of Windham village, but hidden from the hustle and bustle, you will find Windham Terrace.  We provide a full complement of services and amenities.  Residents can enjoy enriching social, cultural and educational activities.  Windham Terrace is close to...
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Overall family member has settled in nicely is assisted very well when needed. Staff is very friendly. Meals are good but he still complains sometimes. Activities are great and there are a variety of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Our goal at Granite Ledges of Concord is to provide assisted and senior living that surpasses the expectations of residents and their families. Over 70 seniors from different backgrounds and states call our community home. As the capital city of New Hampshire, our residents enjoy access to...
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There is an all-around positive vibe at Langdon Place and the residents seem genuinely happy there. My mother is treated with respect by the staff--including the nursing staff, activities coordinators,...
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.
Please note that the Assisted Living and Memory Care is private pay only. We do not accept Medicaid on either unit. Additionally electric scooters and electric wheelchairs are not permitted. Self propel wheelchairs only and resident must resident on first floor. We have two elevators with three...
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My sister was there for only a short period of time and within that time she was hospitalized twice and then passed. They agreed to accept her based on their assessment and supported her the best they could...
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.
Wingate Residences at Haverhill is a state of the art, private, residential community with 64 apartments, offering 24 hour supportive care for seniors interested in maintaining active lifestyles while planning for future needs. The Neighborhood also includes 20 apartments with support for memory...
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I really don't know what to say. I feel like you have to be good about reaching out to them because they will not reach out to you. My mom is at independent living level and it is very much independent so it...
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.
Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA in Essex County is a senior living community for active, independent-minded seniors. Our community resides on beautiful grounds, with lush greenery in a quiet residential area. We're located in close proximity to the Interstate 95 and surrounded by...
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Great place and people very caring there and really care about your loved one! Always pleasant and decorated beautifully! Hope I never have to go to place but that's where I'd I want to go! No question !
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Scarborough Terrace is a gracious, comfortable assisted living community where we provide a full complement of supportive services and amenities including 24/7 care tailored to meet the individual needs of each resident. Residents enjoy a variety of social, cultural and educational activities....
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There has been a couple incidents with the dining room staff. However, what we like about the community is the nurses, activities and management. Based on the experience we have had so far, we have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
All American Assisted Living at Kingston is a residential community for seniors who are looking for social interaction, personal care services, and leisure pursuits.A subsidiary of Kaplan Development Group, a leader in the field of assisted and independent living, All American offers our...
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Only downside is rates increase yearly, but we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
The Residence at Salem Woods is proudly operated by LCB Senior Living. Since 1994, we have pioneered modern senior living communities throughout the Northeast, specializing in Independent (Retirement) Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Together, we serve the diverse needs of our residents...
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I've been very happy with Fallbrook. The staff is friendly and [name removed] said the food is good. Overall compared to other places I have seen, this is the best one for us. There is always room for...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Fallbrook Woods -- Maine's leading memory-care community -- is engaging individuals in meaningful ways, by keeping choices in mind.Nestled on 17 acres in Portland's North Deering neighborhood, Fallbrook Woods offers choices that promote the mental, spiritual, social and physical well-being of the...
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My FIL was having behavioral issues, they were the only facility willing to take him. The staff has been outstanding in meeting his needs. Conversely Silver Square was no help at all with this situation!
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.
Imagine finally having the time to do the things that make you happy: Catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language, or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you...
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All 5's. Extremely happy with my Mom's care facility and we would 100% recommend the Langdon Place community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Langdale Place of Exeter is a Genesis senior living community nestled in the historic riverside town of Exeter, NH, the perfect backdrop to our cozy community. Located on the New Hampshire and Massachusetts border, our scenic New England town was home to some of the earliest colonists and honors...
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The people at the Inn at Deerfield are very compassionate and kind. They understand the plight that families are in with loved ones who are in this scenario they treat them with respect. They become friends...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
A Licensed Supported Residential Care Home for Elders with Memory Disorders Located in a Country Setting in rural Deerfield, New Hampshire. The Inn at Deerfield was established to provide quality care to elders with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. Accommodations Construction of a new,...
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The staff was very caring and friendly. They recognized what Dad liked and worked with him versus ordering him around. They were very patient.
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.
The Residence at Riverbend is a rental community that has already established an outstanding reputation on the North Shore and beyond! Our dedication to an impeccable standard of quality in every aspect of the Riverbend lifestyle is evident in all we do; for instance our restaurant serves 3 meals...
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Cost of assisted living in Wells, ME

The average cost of senior living in Wells is $6,376 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tatnic, ME with an average of $6,133 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wells, ME, vs. nearby cities

Wells, ME
$6,376/mo
$6,702/mo
$6,869/mo

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

Wells, ME
$6,376/mo
$6,490/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Wells, ME, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,376/mo
$6,492/mo

Assisted living costs in Wells, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,249/mo
Studio
$7,269/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,815/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,214/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in Wells 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: Wells, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWells, MEMaineU.S.
Assisted Living$6,376/mo$6,490/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,492/mo$6,490/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,570/mo$5,568/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Wells, ME:$6,376/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Wells, ME:$6,492/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wells, ME:$5,570/mo
Maine:$5,568/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wells, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Wells 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.

Wells, MEME stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Wells, ME

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wells 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wells, ME$6,235/mo$5,681/mo+9.8%
Maine$6,061/mo$5,685/mo+6.6%
National$5,375/mo$5,128/mo+4.8%
Wells, ME
2024 average cost:$6,235/mo
2023 average cost:$5,681/mo
Percent change:+9.8%
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:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wells, 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 Wells.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wells

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wells

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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Halcyon House in Methuen, MA

4.0
This community was very nice we had chosen it because it felt a little homier than others we had looked at. The staff is very nice and caring and we have good communication with them. In fact, it was them that brought it to our attention that mom was going to need hospice and they were going to ...
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Harmony Homes By the Bay in Durham, NH

4.7
I honestly can not understand why someone would say that they walked in Harmony Homes By the Bay and thought it was dark and dirty. The opposite is true. After experience with countless nursing/assisted living facilities, I chose for mom to live here, both of us could not be happier! It’s ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Multiple reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities, such as Rohach Shared Homes, All American Assisted Living at Kingston, and Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, creating a positive and welcoming environment for residents and their families.
Customized care plans. Residents' unique care needs are accommodated through individualized care plans at communities like Golden View Health Care Assisted Living, Wingate Residences at Haverhill, and Windham Terrace, ensuring that each resident receives the appropriate attention and assistance.
Varied and engaging activities. Communities like Assisted Living Center of Salisbury, Birchwoods at Canco Senior Living, and Atria Merrimack Place offer an array of activities tailored to residents' interests, providing opportunities for socialization, learning, and personal growth.
Delicious and nutritious meals. Numerous reviews highlight the quality of the meals at communities such as Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Langdon Place of Dover, and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, where residents look forward to mealtimes and appreciate the accommodations for dietary restrictions and preferences.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents enjoy the cleanliness and comfort of their private rooms and common areas at communities like Ashland Farm at North Andover, Wentworth Home, and Granite Ledges of Concord, which contribute to a sense of warmth and familiarity.
Effective communication between staff and families. Communication between staff and families is a priority at communities such as The Grande at South Portland, The Residence at Silver Square, and The Residence at Salem Woods, ensuring that everyone is informed and involved in their loved ones' care and well-being.
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Wells review score based on 392 family reviews

8.9
Review score114 facilities392 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 392 reviews of 114 Wells assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wells 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

Wells review score compared against nearby cities

8.9
Wells, ME114 facilities
9.4
Biddeford, ME11 facilities
8.5
Saco, ME13 facilities

Review subcategories for Wells 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 392 reviews of 114 Wells assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wells 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.
Wells, ME averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wells assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wells assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wells, 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 Wells 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 Wells that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wells, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.9%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.2%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.2%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.4%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wells 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 Wells Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wells, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.2%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.2%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wells 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 Wells partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wells, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
38.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wells 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 Wells communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wells, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.2%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
29.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wells 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 Wells offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wells, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
38.6%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
27.2%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.1%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Wells

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 Wells protect seniors.
Learn about Maine assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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