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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Emery Mills, ME

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Photo of Atria Kennebunk
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77 Floor plans available
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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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55 Floor plans available
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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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My loved one is currently a resident at Wentworth Home and everything about the experience has been great so far. This facility has been great. We're very happy with Wentworth Home. I would recommend this...
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.
Wentworth Home — Exceptional Care at an Affordable Price Our warm and welcoming environment provides around the clock nursing staff with assistance tailored to each individual; delicious home cooked meals and engaging social activities and events. With the help of our outstanding employees,...
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Most rooms are shared with one bathroom per two residents. Showers are scheduled once weekly. Communication between staff and families is wonderful. Overall a fabulous place for your loved one.
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, 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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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: 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, 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.
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: 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.
We are a geriatric residential assisted living, honoring aging in place, providing end-of-life care, respite care, and adult day care services. We have both private and semi private rooms, with all the comforts of home. It's important our clients maintain the ability to do at they want when they...
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: 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: 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.
Back BayBack Bay is an independent living community in Wolfeboro in Carroll County, New Hampshire. At Back Bay, you have the opportunity to live in a peaceful country setting with other like-minded individuals. Have a home that is convenient for you and your visiting family and guests while...

Cost of independent living in Emery Mills, ME

The average cost of senior living in Emery Mills is $5,509 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shady Nook, ME with an average of $4,987 per month.

Independent living costs in Emery Mills, ME, vs. nearby cities

Emery Mills, ME
$5,509/mo
$6,180/mo
$6,005/mo

Independent living costs in Emery Mills, ME, vs. state and national averages

Emery Mills, ME
$5,509/mo
$5,568/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Emery Mills, ME, vs. other senior living options

$6,549/mo
Independent Living
$5,509/mo

Independent living costs in Emery Mills, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,200/mo
Studio
$7,037/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,498/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,385/mo

Senior living costs in Emery Mills 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: Emery Mills, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmery Mills, MEMaineU.S.
Independent Living$5,509/mo$5,568/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,307/mo$6,490/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$6,549/mo$6,490/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Emery Mills, ME:$5,509/mo
Maine:$5,568/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Emery Mills, ME:$6,307/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Emery Mills, ME:$6,549/mo
Maine:$6,490/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Emery Mills, ME, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Emery Mills 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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Independent living cost trends in Emery Mills, ME

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Emery Mills 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
Emery Mills, ME$3,500/mo$5,446/mo-35.7%
Maine$3,253/mo$3,505/mo-7.2%
National$2,799/mo$2,796/mo+0.1%
Emery Mills, ME
2024 average cost:$3,500/mo
2023 average cost:$5,446/mo
Percent change:-35.7%
Maine
2024 average cost:$3,253/mo
2023 average cost:$3,505/mo
Percent change:-7.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,799/mo
2023 average cost:$2,796/mo
Percent change:+0.1%
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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 independent living in Emery Mills

Recent reviews for independent living in Emery Mills

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.

The Residence at Silver Square in Dover, NH

4.4
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!

Gorham House

4.0
The staff, both administrative and clinical have been great. The food is ok, typical of what you would expect. They have a good offering of activities. The facility itself is ok, but is in the process of being renovated. My parents are both there and have really had no complaints. Overall we ...
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Emery Mills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Emery Mills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Emery Mills, 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 Emery Mills 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 Emery Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Emery Mills, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Emery Mills 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 Emery Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Emery Mills, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Emery Mills 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 Emery Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Emery Mills, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
21.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
21.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
32.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Kennebunk, Sunrise of Huntington Common and Wentworth Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Emery Mills, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Emery Mills, Maine. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Emery Mills, Maine is Carriage Hill Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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