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The cost of independent living in Wells Beach is about $5,968 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 130 options. Read 1311 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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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
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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.
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: 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.
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.
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My sister has had a great experience transitioning into Casco Inn Residential Care. She really enjoys the variety of healthy food options. My sister is really delighted with all of the activities that she is...
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.
Casco Inn Residential Care is located in a beautiful area that is perfect for visiting and for choosing as home. Set in Casco, ME, this community offers its residents great views and the opportunity to enjoy life in a peaceful area. Those visiting the residents of Casco Inn Residential Care will...
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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.
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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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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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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.
Meeting House CommonsMeeting House Commons is an independent living community located in the scenic and safe community of Pembroke, New Hampshire. Nestled between the state capital of Concord and the city of Manchester, year-round activities abound for our residents. A part of Merrimack County,...
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I have been an independent resident at Taylor Community for two years. In that time my experience has been one of gratitude for the many activities available from educational trips and lectures to seeing...
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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.
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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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.
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, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Wells Beach, ME

The average cost of senior living in Wells Beach is $5,968 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wells Branch, ME with an average of $5,694 per month.

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

Wells Beach, ME
$5,968/mo
$6,368/mo
$6,572/mo

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

Wells Beach, ME
$5,968/mo
$5,687/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$6,727/mo
Independent Living
$5,968/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,158/mo
Studio
$6,932/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,533/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,909/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,950/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wells Beach over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wells Beach

Recent reviews for independent living in Wells Beach

Brookdale Spruce Wood in Durham, NH

5.0
Brookdale Spruce Wood community gets a 5 in all categories, they have exceeded all expectation's our family has had. We would recommend them to other families who may be looking for a place for their loved ones.

Assisted Living Center of Salisbury

5.0
Hello, my name is [name removed]and I have been having a really hard time convincing my mom that it was time for assisted living. After a while she agreed to a tour and that is all it took. Here we are a month later and my mom is the happiest I have seen her in a long time. The care here is ...
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Partridge House in Hampton, NH

5.0
The staff loves what they do and it shows!!!! The facility is very homey and sets a relaxed atmosphere. I highly recommend. My siblings were all very impressed with the facility and mom's care as well. My Mom passed in July and I was so happy she spent her last months here.

Wells Beach independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wells Beach independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wells Beach, 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 Wells Beach 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 Wells Beach 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
12.3%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
29.8%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.1%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Wells Beach 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 Wells Beach communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
25.4%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wells Beach 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 Wells Beach offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.1%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.1%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.2%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39.5%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.6%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
35.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.1%
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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 Wells Beach, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 130 independent living facilities near Wells Beach, Maine. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wells Beach, 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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