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10 Best Nursing Homes in Knox County, ME
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Knox County 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 Knox County, ME may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Knox County or another care type is right for you. Browse 26 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Knox County.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Alna, Alna Center and North Newcastle.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Alna, Alna Center and North Newcastle.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Knox County, ME
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I can't say enough about the care my mother-in-law received at The Lincoln Home. The small, home like environment was a perfect fit - staff go above and beyond to support each resident as an individual 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.
The Lincoln Home, an all inclusive, vibrant community for seniors, is situated on the banks of the Damariscotta River in Midcoast Maine.Vibrant Senior Living is our mission. Our seniors engage intellectually and creatively, share laughter and companionship, and experience all that Midcoast Maine...
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When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
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Windward Gardens is a Genesis senior living community located in stunning Camden, Maine. There is something for everyone in Camden from sailing, experiencing our world class cuisine, to enjoying our breathtaking sunsets over the water. Camden is a great place to call home in retirement. The...
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Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for...
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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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.
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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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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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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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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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.
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 nursing homes in Knox County, ME
The average cost of senior living in Knox County is $5,607 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Melvin Heights, ME with an average of $4,951 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County, ME vs. nearby counties
Knox County, ME
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County, ME vs. the state and national average
Knox County, ME
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Knox County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Knox County, ME by room type
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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.
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Knox County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Knox County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Knox County, 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 Knox County 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 Knox County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Knox County, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.4%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.9%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
21.4%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
21.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Knox County 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 Knox County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Knox County, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
21.4%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Knox County 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 Knox County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.1%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
7.1%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Knox County 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 Knox County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Knox County, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
7.1%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Knox County 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 Knox County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
7.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.1%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
7.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
7.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
7.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
7.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
7.1%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Lincoln Home, Harbor Hill Center and Chase Point Assisted Living are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Knox County, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 26 nursing homes facilities near Knox County, Maine. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Knox County
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