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Assisted Living Communities in Augusta, Maine

Augusta, Maine's capital, flanks the Kennebec River in the state's southeast. Including residences within the surrounding area, the city hosts 18 assisted living facilities, which...

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Augusta, ME and Nearby Cities

According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, the price of assisted living in Augusta greatly exceeds the national median of $5,350. Seniors looking for more economical alternatives save about $1,370 when moving from Augusta to Portland. However, Bangor offers even more affordable care at $7,507 per month. Expenses also fall a little further for retirees who move interstate to Manchester, NH, where assisted living costs $7,275.

Augusta

$9,735

Maine

$8,712

The United States

$5,350

Portland

$8,365

Bangor

$7,507

Manchester, NH

$7,275

Paying for Assisted Living in Augusta

Augusta is a fairly expensive city for assisted living, with local facilities charging approximately $6,150 per month for care. This is about 4% higher than the state median of $5,942 and over 40% higher than the national median of $4,300.  

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Augusta

In Maine, the state funded medical program, MaineCare, covers the cost of an assisted living community. As long as seniors meet the financial eligibility criteria for MaineCare, they may have the entire cost of their assisted living unit paid for by the state.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Maine page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Augusta, ME

Retirees experience a high cost of living in Augusta, with the median prices of other types of senior care not differing much from assisted living. However, a semi-private room in a nursing home still stands as a notably more expensive option at $1,261 more than assisted living. Specialized medical services and stricter staffing regulations contribute to this higher cost.

Assisted Living Facility

$9,735

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$10,996

Note: Since data for Augusta is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Lewiston, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Augusta

In the Augusta region, a broad range of free and low-cost resources are available to help older adults make decisions regarding their care, connect with services in the community and identify options for paying for assisted living.  

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Spectrum Generations(800) 639-1553Spectrum Generations is the Area Agency on Aging for Augusta and the surrounding region. This agency provides free and subsidized services to those aged 60 and over. Through this agency, older adults obtain information and referrals to services in the community, including transportation, legal services, health insurance counseling and assistive technology. The agency also provides options counseling to help older adults learn more about the services they may need over time and options for paying for care.
Bureau of Veterans Services(207) 430-6035Maine’s Bureau of Veterans Services is headquartered in Augusta, providing local veterans with easy access to services and support. It's staffed with officers who connect veterans with services in the community, including emergency financial assistance, transportation and social programs. The office can also help individuals apply for programs, such as survivors’ and veterans’ pensions and Aid and Attendance, and they can screen them for eligibility for VA health insurance, medical care and veterans’ home placement.
Adult Recreation Programs(207) 626-2350Augusta offers recreational programs for residents aged 55 and over. The Buker Community Center hosts weekly activities, such as games and sewing classes.
Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(207) 621-1079 (800) 499-0229The long-term care ombudsman program is a nonprofit program that advocates on behalf of seniors in assisted living facilities. This program provides confidential advice, information on residents’ rights and help with finding options for paying for services. The ombudsman can also investigate reports of abuse or neglect, help resolve issues related to intake and discharge procedures and mediate family disagreements.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Augusta

Augusta-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Maine are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maine page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Louise

I visited this facility

Review of The Inn at City Hall

The Inn at City Hall was very nice. They're very helpful and the best thing about them was you could get lunch and dinner in the facility, they would take care of your meds, and the apartments...

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Caring104487650

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Snow Pond Residential Care Center

I am currently at Snow Pond Residential Care Center, and it seemed to me that this place is a little crowded. The food is good, and they are strict to each calorie a day. This coming Friday, we are...

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Quinn27

I visited this facility

Review of The Inn at City Hall

While visiting relatives at the Inn At City Hall I could not help but be impressed with the city. Maine is a beautiful area and this assisted living facility is no different. It is a historic...

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