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932 Ohio Street, Bangor, ME 04401
4.2
(13 reviews)
"I visited Winterberry Heights Senior Living. There wasn't much I didn't like about it. It was all positive. The amenities were there, they took care of all the services, and everything you needed. The dining area was spectacular, and what they offere..."
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758 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401
3.3
(14 reviews)
"Mom moved into the assisted living of Ross Manor. They had an opening and they were very nice, and it was affordable, which she could afford. It's a studio apartment, and very good. They do an awesome job. She has meals. There's a doctor that comes, ..."
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21 Boyd St, Bangor, ME 04401
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I visited a loved one at Phillips-Strickland House in Bangor. She was in their assisted living wing and they had very kind and caring people from everything that I have seen there. I've only been over probably 3 times because of COVID. It would have ..."
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10 Water Street, Bangor, ME 04401
3.0
(1 reviews)
"Freese's was a nice place, but it was a high rise with several floors. The first floor is for the community and activities, and then the second floor and up is the apartments. As far as walking up the stairs and in and out, it would be very hard, so ..."
READ MORE159 Hogan Rd, Bangor, ME 04401
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Maine Professional and Financial Regulat..."
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758 Broadway, Bangor, ME 04401
"Welcome to Sylvia Ross Home at Ross Manor where we offer a choice of 40 Assisted Living Apartments featuring studios and one-bedrooms, all ..."
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9 Alumni Drive, Orono, ME 04473
3.8
(25 reviews)
"My experience as a resident of Dirigo Pines has been very good so far. I have a one-bedroom, which is very nice. It's on the second floor. There are all kinds of activities and all kinds of amenities. The food is wonderful. It's like restaurant style..."
READ MORE53 Colonial Cir, Brewer, ME 04412
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I can't say enough about Woodlands Senior Living of Brewer, it was outstanding. Everyone was accommodating. The staff member that gave us the tour, her name's Maria, was very knowledgeable. If she didn't have the answers, she knew right where to get ..."
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117 Bennoch Road, Orono, ME 04473
3.4
(7 reviews)
"I would like people to know that the entire staff at Orono Commons goes above and beyond to take care of patients. I can not believe the great care they gave to my mother, They were always attentive, made sure all her needs were met and would even..."
READ MOREIn Bangor, monthly assisted living fees run $250 higher than the national average. However, Bangor’s seniors can expect to pay around $1,115 less than the statewide average of $5,865. At $5,484 per month, Lewiston’s median rate is $700 higher than Bangor’s. Portland has some of the state’s highest costs for assisted living, with facilities typically charging around $6,525 per month. Across the border in Manchester, NH, the average cost increases to $8,061, which is $3,311 higher than in Bangor.
Bangor
$4,750
Maine
$5,865
United States
$4,500
Lewiston
$5,484
Portland
$6,525
Manchester NH
$8,061
Assisted living costs an average of $4,750 per month in Bangor. Actual rates vary depending on the services detailed in a senior’s care plan and the community’s amenities and activities.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.
Adult day care is the most affordable care option in Bangor, running $867 per month. It provides daytime senior care in a community setting outside of the home. Seniors who need services at home typically pay $5,720 per month for both in-home and home health care. Residential assisted living provides similar services for almost $1,000 less per month. Bangor seniors who need the highest levels of care generally pay $10,585 for a shared room in a nursing home.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$867
Assisted Living Facility
$4,750
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$10,585
Bangor’s seniors can access diverse programs and supports geared toward helping people remain as independent as possible and enjoy a good quality of life. Services include those related to benefits and legal advice, social activities, wellness initiatives and transportation programs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Area Agency on Aging | (800) 432-7812 | The Eastern Area Agency on Aging serves seniors in Penobscot and nearby counties. It manages the Durgin Center, where seniors access direct services and join diverse activities, and it facilitates in-person and online wellness and enrichment programs. It’s home to the State Health Insurance Assistance Program and the ADRC. |
| Legal Services for the Elderly | (800) 750-5353 | LSE provides free legal help for people aged at least 60. Services include Medicare advocacy and the Senior Medicare Patrol. Hotline staff assists with future planning topics, including advance health care directives, wills, guardianship and powers of attorney, as well as general matters such as consumer affairs, housing and benefits. |
| Bangor Vet Center | (800) 698-2411 | Older adults who served in the U.S. Armed Forces can access help and information via Bangor Vet Center. Advisors can connect people with a range of support services, including counseling, telehealth, benefits and pensions. |
| Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman Project | (800) 499-0229 | Volunteer ombudspeople help seniors and their loved ones resolve issues they have with long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes and assisted living communities. They advocate for residents’ rights and ensure facilities are following their licensing terms. |
Bangor Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Maine are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Maine page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Fred9
5.0
Review of Winterberry Heights Assisted Living
I visited Winterberry Heights Senior Living. There wasn't much I didn't like about it. It was all positive. The amenities were there, they took care of all the services, and everything you needed....
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Assisted Living
Frank
4.0
Review of Ross Manor
The thing I liked best about Ross Manor would be the personnel manning the stations, and the thing I liked least would be the food. The food servings were quite small, but the variety was good. The...
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Kathy
5.0
Review of Ross Manor
Mom moved into the assisted living of Ross Manor. They had an opening and they were very nice, and it was affordable, which she could afford. It's a studio apartment, and very good. They do an...
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