6 Assisted Living Facilities near Lewiston, ME
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There are 6 Assisted Living Facilities in the Lewiston area, with 2 in Lewiston and 4 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 21 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Lewiston. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Lewiston 2.7 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Auburn with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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Top 5 Assisted Living Facilities in Lewiston, ME
Montello Commons
Marshwood Center
Schooner Estates
Clover Living Center
The Lamp Alzheimer's Residential Care...
The Chapman House
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lewiston
Maine’s Department of Health and Human Services oversees assisted living. Their licensing and oversight is according to C.M.R. 10-144 Chapter 113 of state law. Lewiston has two local assisted living facilities with another 20 in the surrounding area including Auburn. While the national average monthly cost for assisted living is $3,750, Maine’s median cost for assisted living is $4,850, still lower than New Hampshire at $4,855 and Massachusetts at $5,599.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lewiston
- Seniors can take advantage of the fresh air which the mostly rural State of Maine enjoys. The state has generally excellent air quality rankings from the American Lung Association. Lewiston, the second largest city in Maine, and surrounding Androscoggin County get an A rating for air quality.
- Personal safety is a big plus for seniors living in Lewiston. The city of Lewiston gets a rating of 17.0 for violent crime compared to a national average of 31.1 and an overall Maine rating of 15.7. For property crimes, Lewiston is rated 43.6 versus a national value of 38.1 and 24.1 for Maine.
- Lewiston has a comfort index of 37 out of 100, with mild summers great for seniors to get out and enjoy the state's beauty but typically cold winters. It receives an average of 46 inches of rain each year and 68 inches of snow compared to a national average of 39 inches of rain and 26 of snow. Relative to a national average of 205 sunny days, Lewiston's annual average is 197. July's typically have a high of 80F, January dips to the single digits at 9F.
- Lewiston's cost of living rating relative to an average of 100 is 94.7. This reflects a rating of 67 for housing, but grocery, health care, utilities and other costs generally are 5 to 15 points above 100, adding a bit to seniors' shopping budget and incidental costs.
- Transit and transportation options around Lewiston include medical transport for MaineCare patients, free or low-cost rides for seniors' errands and local trips, plus local transit.
- Lewiston has active senior programs and trips throughout Maine and surrounding states. A local arts and culture agency promotes several dozen arts and culture organizations including those at local colleges.
Paying for Assisted Living in Lewiston
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Maine
Assisted Living costs in Lewiston start around $0 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 Lewiston 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lewiston
In addition to Medicaid, Maine has a database of over 400 state, federal, local and private programs to help pay for assisted living. Assistance in reviewing these opportunities is available at the Lewiston Area Agency on Aging.
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Lewiston
Lewiston and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Lewiston, please visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lewiston
Lewiston-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.
Other Options in Lewiston, ME
Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Lewiston
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Review of Marshwood Center
I wish I read the reviews before my 62yr old mom was sent here for rehab after heart issues. They left her destitute without proper evaluation! Unnecessary testing was done when she was still on me... Read more
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Review of Marshwood Center
I have been here four days already been left on the floor after I fell. I called for help nobody came. So I confronted the lazy nurse norine that sat there and watched the bathroom bell as she adm... Read more
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Review of Marshwood Center
My husband spent 19 days. He was given everything he needed. His staff was very helpful with all his needs. The nurses and assistants were awesome. Sarah and Steve went over and above to give t... Read more
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