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The cost of independent living in Parsonsfield is about $5,846 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 142 options. Read 1066 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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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.
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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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
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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.
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: 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: 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.
Foreside Harbor is a premier assisted living community modeled after traditional New England style inns. Our 28 private apartments combine the luxury of oceanside living with a level of quality care that provides you with the independence you cherish. Situated on the shores of Casco Bay, Foreside...
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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
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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.
Norway Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Norway, Maine. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. Norway's Residential Care has its own living room area, and dining room.
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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, 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.
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...
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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.
Uniquely equipped to provide comprehensive assisted care, The Arches is an ideal assisted living community for those among the more-than four-million Americans challenged by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.The care given to each resident is our first priority, and the quality of that care is...
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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.
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.
Freeport Place offers personalized assisted living services to 30 residents in a warm, home-like setting. It is located in a beautiful country setting on Old County Road in Freeport, right next to the Freeport Country Club Golf Course. Located close to Ll.Bean and downtown Freeport, just minutes...
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The staff at The Golden Crest are very friendly, ready to help and are available to answer your questions. They keep the community well maintained. Mom thinks the food is good most of the time. She enjoys...
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.
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 Golden Crest The Golden Crest Senior Wellness Resort is a comfortable assisted living community located in beautiful rural Franklin, Merrimack County, New Hampshire. Our resort-style community provides an enriching and activity-filled environment overlooking farmland with spectacular views of...
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I would tell my friends that hands down this is an awesome place to bring a loved one. The community seems to be caring and patient with my loved ones needs. The director down to the receptionist was...
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.
assisted living facility located on Route 4 just outside of downtown Durham, New Hampshire. A pre-admission assessment of all applicants, required by the state of New Hampshire, is done to determine the appropriate level of care required by the individual. This also determines if Harmony Homes...

Cost of independent living in Parsonsfield, ME

The average cost of senior living in Parsonsfield is $5,846 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Newfield, ME with an average of $4,625 per month.

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

Parsonsfield, ME
$5,846/mo
$6,576/mo
$6,429/mo

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

Parsonsfield, ME
$5,846/mo
$5,678/mo
U.S. national average
$4,103/mo

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

$6,647/mo
Independent Living
$5,846/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,804/mo
Studio
$6,804/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,929/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Parsonsfield over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Parsonsfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Parsonsfield

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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Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook, ME

4.0
So far it has been a great fit for my mom at the Stroudwater Lodge. It is a new and beautiful community. It is the first one we toured and it had everything we needed. It is very convenient for my mom to get to her nearby Dr. appointments. Most of the time the communication is pretty good with ...
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The Enclave of Scarborough

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The staff are all lovely and very friendly and supportive to my mom and to the family. They are approachable and quick to respond to needs or requests. My mom's room is always clean and her laundry is done promptly. The only issue my mom has is that she doesn't care for the food. They have ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Reviews from various communities, such as Holiday Maple Suites, Holiday Woods at Canco, and Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, mention the diverse array of activities provided for residents. These include musical performances, plays, animals, horticultural therapy, singing, games, ...
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Attentive and caring staff. Numerous reviews highlight the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff at different communities, like The Grande at South Portland, Pleasant View Retirement, and Holiday Maple Suites. Staff go above and beyond to ensure residents are happy and assisted, as well as providing helpful res ...
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Modern and clean facilities. Many residents praise the modernity and cleanliness of the facilities at Holiday Woods at Canco, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Pleasant View Retirement. The grounds are also well-maintained, offering beautiful areas for relaxation and socializing.
Great dining experiences. Quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, as reported in reviews from Holiday Maple Suites, Pleasant View Retirement, and Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown. The dining rooms offer a welcoming atmosphere, with chef-prepared meals and a ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Residents mention the sense of community and friendship they've found at communities like Holiday Maple Suites, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Pleasant View Retirement. They value the connections they've made with both staff and other residents, leading to a warm and inclus ...
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Adaptive to residents' needs. Reviews for Holiday Kittery Estates, Ashton Gardens Gracious Retirement Living, and Holiday Woods at Canco mention the accommodating nature of the communities. Staff members make adjustments to accommodate residents' changing needs, ensuring a positive experience for everyone involved.
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Parsonsfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Parsonsfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Parsonsfield, 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 Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
9.8%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
23.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.8%
9.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.4%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
21.1%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Parsonsfield 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 Parsonsfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.3%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.1%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.3%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
29.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
17.9%
32.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.9%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.1%
46.5%
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Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Pines Of Newmarket are the top-rated independent living facilities near Parsonsfield, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 142 independent living facilities near Parsonsfield, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Parsonsfield, Maine are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and The Pines Of Newmarket. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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