The 5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Kennebunk, ME for 2024

Also serving communities of Sanford, Springvale.

There are 9 Assisted Living Facilities in the Kennebunk area, with 3 in Kennebunk and 6 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Kennebunk is $6,954 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 167 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Kennebunk. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Kennebunk 4.78 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Rochester with an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped 8 families in Kennebunk find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Kennebunk, call (855) 948-3865.

Kennebunk, Maine, is home to the Seashore Trolley Museum, which is the oldest public transportation museum in the country. Seniors may enjoy seeing  railcars from almost every city in the United States that had railway systems as well as lounging on the various beaches and viewing art at the River Tree Center for the Arts. 

There are three assisted living facilities (ALFs) within Kennebunk city limits, and nine in the surrounding area. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services licenses ALFs in Kennebunk. These facilities provide personal care services and supervision to seniors in a homelike setting and are also known as residential care facilities.

• Kennebunk is a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, meaning that its elected leadership “has made the commitment to actively work toward making their town, city or county a great place for people of all ages,” according to AARP.
  
  
• Seniors with a respiratory illness or severe asthma may be adversely affected by the air quality in this area. The American Lung Association gave York County a poor ozone rating of D. 
  
  
• The Kennebunk area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Southern Maine Health Care — Biddeford Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. 
  
  
• Seniors living in Kennebunk can enjoy a pleasant summer climate, with an average high temperature of 78 degrees in July. Winters can get cold, however, with an average low temperature of 13 degrees in January, and 55 inches of snowfall. Seniors with limited mobility may have difficulty being active all year round.  
  
  
• The crime rates in Kennebunk are just below the U.S. averages, which could make seniors and their loved ones feel safe and secure. Violent crime is rated at 30.8 out of 100 (1 being the safest), which is lower than the national average of 31.1. Property crime is rated at 31.7, which is also lower than the national average of 38.1.
  
  
• Seniors who like to soak in the sun can choose between Mother’s Beach, Middle Beach or Gooch’s Beach in Kennebunk. They can explore the local art walk every month downtown or enjoy music at the Vinegar Hill Music Theatre. 

Assisted Living costs in Kennebunk start around $6,328 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Kennebunk and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

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.