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The cost of independent living in Acton is about $5,608 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 24 options. Read 301 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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We are very pleased with the personal care that my Mom receives at Carriage Hill. There are only 24 residents which helps give it a more homey feel. I find the facility to always be clean and the staff to be...
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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55 Floor plans available
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Very kind very helpful great food in the restaurant. My mom isn't wild about a lot of people, but she actually likes hanging out in the common area. Need more activities that are for able-minded people like...
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 care staff is wonderful there. I really like the employees. It's the policy surrounding accurate personal care needs/assessments, follow up communication and what is being charged for services that are...
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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It's a great place for community...lots of opportunities to socialize and participate in activities. The staff are great--from nurses to aides to the dining room staff. The only challenge has been in...
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 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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It would be nice to have a nurse on site 24 hours a day. However, we would recommend Holiday Maple Suites to other families. We are happy with Maple sweets as an independent living facility. They are clean...
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.
Maple Suites provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within 31 acres of woods, you'll love the peaceful tranquility of our beautiful facility hidden away in the trees. We're just one mile away from downtown Dover, shopping, excellent healthcare and...
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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
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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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
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.
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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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.
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: 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...
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This place is wonderful, we have had no complaints. The staff is super friendly they are very professional. It is a pretty expensive community. There aren't really any care services provided since it is...
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.
Sugar Hill Retirement Community features apartments and cottages for active independent living that sold as shares in a cooperative style of ownership.There are also Assisted Living suites available. We are proud to be sponsored by Huggins Hospital located here in Wolfeboro, only minutes away...
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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
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.
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...
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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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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, 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.
The Village at Dover Point, an AGELESS LIFESTYLE™ Community, located in Dover New Hampshire is a community for adults to live, whether they are Independent or need some assistance. Our full menu of Care-cierge services and support is available to you as you need them. Just 10 minutes from the...

Cost of independent living in Acton, ME

The average cost of senior living in Acton is $5,608 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newfield, ME with an average of $4,625 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Acton, ME vs. nearby cities

Acton, ME
$5,608/mo
$6,553/mo
$6,349/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Acton, ME vs. the state and national average

Acton, ME
$5,608/mo
$5,674/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Acton vs. other types of senior living

$6,599/mo
Independent Living
$5,608/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Acton, ME by room type

Semi-Private
$6,002/mo
Studio
$6,770/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,490/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,286/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Acton over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Acton

Recent reviews for independent living in Acton

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!

Langdon Place of Dover

4.0
The care of patients was fantastic. [name removed] passed away 10 days ago, and we can't say enough about their concern for her comfort and our peace during her final days. The nurses are kind, compassionate, knowledgeable. They are Langdon Place's best asset. They recently went through an ...
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Acton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Acton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Acton, 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 Acton 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 Acton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Acton, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.1%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.8%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Acton 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 Acton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Acton, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Acton 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 Acton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Acton, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
38.1%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
19%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.1%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47.4%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Sunrise of Huntington Common and Atria Kennebunk are the top-rated independent living facilities near Acton, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 24 independent living facilities near Acton, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Acton, Maine is Carriage Hill Assisted Living. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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