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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..."
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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..."
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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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53 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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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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19 General Moore Way, Ellsworth, ME 04605
4.0
(1 reviews)
"My mother-in-law stayed at Seaport Village Healthcare. They had a COVID station, and you had to sign and do your thing, so that was nice. There was a desk right there if you had any questions. It's nice, big, and open inside. It's fairly new. The roo..."
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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, ..."
READ MORE10 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 ..."
READ MOREOrono
$5,010
US
$4,000
Bangor
$3,775
Assisted Living costs in Orono start around $5,010 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 Orono 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.
Maine assists seniors by providing 7 state-funded assisted living facilities for those who qualify to participate in the assisted living services program. Residents pay only a co-pay and share of cost based on their income and expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted Living in Maine page.
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.
Orono 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 Orono, please visit our Assisted Living in Maine page.
Orono-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.
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Kathryn
5.0
Review of Dirigo Pines
We visited Dirigo Pines and we would be very happy for my parents to go there. They showed us the game room, the dining areas, the sitting areas, and the outside walking trails. They showed us...
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Barbara
5.0
Review of Dirigo Pines
Dirigo Pines was gorgeous. It's a brand new facility. If only my mom was not quite as far down the Alzheimer's trail, that would be a good placement. It's beautiful and the staff seemed very nice.
Provider response
Hello Barbara! Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts and experience about Dirigo Pines . We strive to have a vibrant, active community that includes a full calendar of life enrichment...
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garou76
5.0
Review of Dirigo Pines
My uncle is a current resident in Dirigo Pines Kenduskeag neighborhood. Our family has been very happy with the care and attention he has received.
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