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10 Best Nursing Homes in East Machias, ME

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East Machias is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 18 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in East Machias, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in East Machias is about $8,940, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 33 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near East Machias, ME

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9.4
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33 reviews
9.4
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33 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
21%
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What we like about Birch Bay is the friendly caregivers and thoughtful activities- music therapy in particular! The community feels small and homey
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.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: 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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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
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 nursing homes in East Machias, ME

The average cost of senior living in East Machias is $8,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jacksonville, ME with an average of $8,940 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in East Machias, ME vs. nearby cities

East Machias, ME
$8,940/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in East Machias, ME vs. the state and national average

East Machias, ME
$8,940/mo
$6,550/mo
U.S. national average
$4,986/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in East Machias vs. other types of senior living

$8,940/mo
Nursing Homes
$8,940/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in East Machias, ME by room type

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What families are saying about nursing homes in East Machias

Recent reviews for nursing homes in East Machias

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME

5.0
After my Wife’s diagnosis of dementia and her level of care increased, I began researching assisted living options. After meeting with staff, I was convinced that Birch Bay’s Safe Harbor Memory Care program was the right choice. Making the move was difficult for both of us but with the help of ...
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East Machias nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Machias nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Machias, 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 East Machias 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 East Machias that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
East Machias, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
14.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
14.3%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Machias 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 East Machias Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Machias, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
14.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
5.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Machias 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 East Machias partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Machias, MENational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Machias 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 East Machias communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Machias, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
14.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
0.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Machias 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 East Machias offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Machias, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
14.3%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
14.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
14.3%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
0.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
14.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
14.3%
0.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
14.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Birch Bay Retirement Village, Marshall Manor and Marshall Care Ctr are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near East Machias, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 18 nursing homes facilities near East Machias, Maine. See the full list.

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