Assisted Living Facilities in Scarborough, ME
Scarborough is a coastal resort town with a laid-back atmosphere. The city is home to 22,135 people, of whom a higher percentage than average are seniors, at 22.1%. The city has a wide range of elder-friendly leisure options, including beaches, boardwalks and parks. Seniors living here can also take advantage of close access to a very high number of physicians and the state’s highest-rated hospital, Maine Medical Center.
Scarborough also has a robust selection of assisted living facilities, ranging from small, cozy homes to elegant senior care plazas. These facilities are made for older adults who need a bit of help with daily activities like chores, meal preparation and mobility. They are staffed around the clock to provide assistance in case of a fall or emergency. For this type of care, seniors in Scarborough pay $6,583 per month, which is more than state and national averages.
The following guide covers the pros, cons and costs of assisted living in Scarborough and details some of the resources available to local seniors.
Directory of Assisted Living Facilities in Scarborough, ME
Scarborough Terrace
600 Commerce Dr, Scarborough, ME, 04074
Scarborough Terrace is an assisted living facility in Scarborough, Maine, less than 5 miles from the beautiful waterfront at Scarborough Beach State Park. Residents here enjoy a private and relaxing s
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Scarborough Terrace is an assisted living facility in Scarborough, Maine, less than 5 miles from the beautiful waterfront at Scarborough Beach State Park. Residents here enjoy a private and relaxing setting in an otherwise bustling community. An on-site team of caregivers provides each resident with varying levels of assistance, aiding with day-to-day tasks like cleaning, laundry and administering medication. Family members say the staff is always attentive and accommodating to loved ones, making sure all needs are being met. Residents say they enjoy the full community schedule, which includes activities such as walks outdoors on the picturesque grounds.
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Scarborough Terrace is an assisted living facility in Scarborough, Maine, less than 5 miles from the beautiful waterfront at Scarborough Beach State Park. Residents here enjoy a private and relaxing s
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Scarborough Terrace is an assisted living facility in Scarborough, Maine, less than 5 miles from the beautiful waterfront at Scarborough Beach State Park. Residents here enjoy a private and relaxing setting in an otherwise bustling community. An on-site team of caregivers provides each resident with varying levels of assistance, aiding with day-to-day tasks like cleaning, laundry and administering medication. Family members say the staff is always attentive and accommodating to loved ones, making sure all needs are being met. Residents say they enjoy the full community schedule, which includes activities such as walks outdoors on the picturesque grounds.
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The Enclave of Scarborough
18 Black Point Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074
I’ve had a family member in the assisted living unit for over three years. Before the change in management things were great. Since the change before COVID, it seems the staff are very unhappy and the
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I’ve had a family member in the assisted living unit for over three years. Before the change in management things were great. Since the change before COVID, it seems the staff are very unhappy and there’s a high turn over, which is never a good sign. I have gone there serval times to find my family members bathroom disgusting. Borderline almost a health and safety concern. During lock downs when there’s a COVID out break, it does not seem the staff go into negative residents room and interact with them. They do not support with attending appointments, they just drop off residents and do not even wait for a family member to arrive at the appointment. This is a major concern for anyone with memory concerns. When asked to take my family members blood pressure when they were feeling ill, the staff member seemed annoyed by this. I called back two hours later and it still had not been done. They send residents to the hospital for minor things. They are about to increase their fees and they are already not providing top care. Not worth the money. Do not have a family member go here if there are not people available near by to pick up the slack. Local is nice, rooms are nice and the other residents are amazing.
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I’ve had a family member in the assisted living unit for over three years. Before the change in management things were great. Since the change before COVID, it seems the staff are very unhappy and the
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I’ve had a family member in the assisted living unit for over three years. Before the change in management things were great. Since the change before COVID, it seems the staff are very unhappy and there’s a high turn over, which is never a good sign. I have gone there serval times to find my family members bathroom disgusting. Borderline almost a health and safety concern. During lock downs when there’s a COVID out break, it does not seem the staff go into negative residents room and interact with them. They do not support with attending appointments, they just drop off residents and do not even wait for a family member to arrive at the appointment. This is a major concern for anyone with memory concerns. When asked to take my family members blood pressure when they were feeling ill, the staff member seemed annoyed by this. I called back two hours later and it still had not been done. They send residents to the hospital for minor things. They are about to increase their fees and they are already not providing top care. Not worth the money. Do not have a family member go here if there are not people available near by to pick up the slack. Local is nice, rooms are nice and the other residents are amazing.
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Pine Point Center
67 Pine Point Road, Scarborough, ME, 04074
I am only commenting on the rehab care. My husband was admitted for rehab after a knee replacement at the VA. Arrangements were made in advance by VA social worker including his list of required meds
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I am only commenting on the rehab care. My husband was admitted for rehab after a knee replacement at the VA. Arrangements were made in advance by VA social worker including his list of required meds and schedule. He was never provided his supper or required meds. After 6 hours, I picked him up at 8 pm and took him home. Never experienced the PT, but the medical type care is very inadequate.
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I am only commenting on the rehab care. My husband was admitted for rehab after a knee replacement at the VA. Arrangements were made in advance by VA social worker including his list of required meds
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I am only commenting on the rehab care. My husband was admitted for rehab after a knee replacement at the VA. Arrangements were made in advance by VA social worker including his list of required meds and schedule. He was never provided his supper or required meds. After 6 hours, I picked him up at 8 pm and took him home. Never experienced the PT, but the medical type care is very inadequate.
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75 State Street
75 State Street, Portland, ME, 04101
75 State Street is a great place, but not for my mother. It’s very busy and very energetic, and my mother is very sedate, quiet, and needs a lot of assistance. We just didn’t feel that it was right fo
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75 State Street is a great place, but not for my mother. It’s very busy and very energetic, and my mother is very sedate, quiet, and needs a lot of assistance. We just didn’t feel that it was right for her. The rooms felt basically the same with the same square footage. Everything looked fine, and the staff who gave the tour was also fine. They kept their seniors busy, but their seniors were much more lively than my mother. We didn’t try any food, but the dining room looked fine and smelled wonderful. It seemed to be very well-run. It was well-maintained, and everybody seemed happy there.
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75 State Street is a great place, but not for my mother. It’s very busy and very energetic, and my mother is very sedate, quiet, and needs a lot of assistance. We just didn’t feel that it was right fo
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75 State Street is a great place, but not for my mother. It’s very busy and very energetic, and my mother is very sedate, quiet, and needs a lot of assistance. We just didn’t feel that it was right for her. The rooms felt basically the same with the same square footage. Everything looked fine, and the staff who gave the tour was also fine. They kept their seniors busy, but their seniors were much more lively than my mother. We didn’t try any food, but the dining room looked fine and smelled wonderful. It seemed to be very well-run. It was well-maintained, and everybody seemed happy there.
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HarborChase of South Portland
25 Country Club Drive , South Portland, ME, 04106
HarborChase of South Portland is new. It offers a lot of field trips and things. They’re only a 43% capacity, so I think they’re a little lacking in some care areas, but overall, it’s a good facility.
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HarborChase of South Portland is new. It offers a lot of field trips and things. They’re only a 43% capacity, so I think they’re a little lacking in some care areas, but overall, it’s a good facility. My father has been there for almost a month now in assisted living. The meals are very good. The staff that are there are good, but they need more staff. They have many activities. They have a lot of live musicians like a piano player that comes in and they do different concerts once or twice a week for an hour, and they do bus trips. They went out for lunch and ice cream.
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HarborChase of South Portland is new. It offers a lot of field trips and things. They’re only a 43% capacity, so I think they’re a little lacking in some care areas, but overall, it’s a good facility.
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HarborChase of South Portland is new. It offers a lot of field trips and things. They’re only a 43% capacity, so I think they’re a little lacking in some care areas, but overall, it’s a good facility. My father has been there for almost a month now in assisted living. The meals are very good. The staff that are there are good, but they need more staff. They have many activities. They have a lot of live musicians like a piano player that comes in and they do different concerts once or twice a week for an hour, and they do bus trips. They went out for lunch and ice cream.
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Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living
86 Holiday Drive, Portland, ME, 04103
Minutes from Payson Park by Back Cove, Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living is an assisted and independent living facility near the ocean in Portland, Maine. Residents and visitors often comment on the
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Minutes from Payson Park by Back Cove, Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living is an assisted and independent living facility near the ocean in Portland, Maine. Residents and visitors often comment on the pleasant, modern and upscale appearance of the facility, their comfortable and homey apartments, the excellent food and entertainment and the friendliness of the staff. A weekly movie night with refreshments, arts and crafts, fitness classes, table games and outings are some of their featured activities. Residents can relax in the in-house library or the whirlpool.
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Minutes from Payson Park by Back Cove, Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living is an assisted and independent living facility near the ocean in Portland, Maine. Residents and visitors often comment on the
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Minutes from Payson Park by Back Cove, Birchwoods at Canco Assisted Living is an assisted and independent living facility near the ocean in Portland, Maine. Residents and visitors often comment on the pleasant, modern and upscale appearance of the facility, their comfortable and homey apartments, the excellent food and entertainment and the friendliness of the staff. A weekly movie night with refreshments, arts and crafts, fitness classes, table games and outings are some of their featured activities. Residents can relax in the in-house library or the whirlpool.
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Gorham House
50 New Portland Road, Gorham, ME, 04038
I like the Gorham House. It’s just that my wife needed to be in nursing care and they didn’t have any beds in the nursing care area. I went to look at the assisted care unit, but the administrator the
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I like the Gorham House. It’s just that my wife needed to be in nursing care and they didn’t have any beds in the nursing care area. I went to look at the assisted care unit, but the administrator there felt that my wife would need to be in the nursing care unit. My visit went very well. The people were very nice there and I liked the facility. I would recommend that facility to anyone. It’s in a very nice area. It’s not a crowded area. It’s near to shopping and it’s very well maintained. The dining room and living room areas were very well maintained. They’re very nice. They have a lot of activities for the people there every day. It’s a very well-maintained facility with good people that work there. They have courtyards, a garden out there, and some nice areas where you can go for walks around the building. It’s very well maintained outside as well.
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I like the Gorham House. It’s just that my wife needed to be in nursing care and they didn’t have any beds in the nursing care area. I went to look at the assisted care unit, but the administrator the
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I like the Gorham House. It’s just that my wife needed to be in nursing care and they didn’t have any beds in the nursing care area. I went to look at the assisted care unit, but the administrator there felt that my wife would need to be in the nursing care unit. My visit went very well. The people were very nice there and I liked the facility. I would recommend that facility to anyone. It’s in a very nice area. It’s not a crowded area. It’s near to shopping and it’s very well maintained. The dining room and living room areas were very well maintained. They’re very nice. They have a lot of activities for the people there every day. It’s a very well-maintained facility with good people that work there. They have courtyards, a garden out there, and some nice areas where you can go for walks around the building. It’s very well maintained outside as well.
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Avita of Stroudwater
113 Landing Road, Westbrook, ME, 04092
Avita of Stroudwater is an assisted and independent living and memory care facility near the Wassamki Springs Campground in Westbrook, Maine. In addition to its upscale, modern appearance, residents a
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Avita of Stroudwater is an assisted and independent living and memory care facility near the Wassamki Springs Campground in Westbrook, Maine. In addition to its upscale, modern appearance, residents and visitors enjoy the vast amount of space the facility offers, inside and out. Residents and visitors often comment on the excellent service, the friendly and caring nature of the staff, the wide variety of activities and the uniqueness of a five-star hotel feel with an on-site bar. The community features hiking trails, a lovely garden and patio area, a spa and coffee shop and welcomes residents’ small pet companions.
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Avita of Stroudwater is an assisted and independent living and memory care facility near the Wassamki Springs Campground in Westbrook, Maine. In addition to its upscale, modern appearance, residents a
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Avita of Stroudwater is an assisted and independent living and memory care facility near the Wassamki Springs Campground in Westbrook, Maine. In addition to its upscale, modern appearance, residents and visitors enjoy the vast amount of space the facility offers, inside and out. Residents and visitors often comment on the excellent service, the friendly and caring nature of the staff, the wide variety of activities and the uniqueness of a five-star hotel feel with an on-site bar. The community features hiking trails, a lovely garden and patio area, a spa and coffee shop and welcomes residents’ small pet companions.
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Stroudwater Lodge
116 Landing Rd, Westbrook, ME, 04092
I’ve toured several places. The one I like the best is Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook. First of all, I liked the staff. It seemed to be well staffed. All the staff seemed to be friendly. They have OT,
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I’ve toured several places. The one I like the best is Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook. First of all, I liked the staff. It seemed to be well staffed. All the staff seemed to be friendly. They have OT, PT, and speech therapy right on site. They’re full time there, so I like that a lot. Leah who took me around greeted every one of the residents we met by name. A couple of the residents spoke to us and said they loved it there, so that would be the first thing. I liked the facility. I like that they have a lot of activities geared towards seniors. For my friend, one of the things that was especially good is that the chef will do gluten free, which some places can’t accommodate.
I like the location. It’s in the woods, and there is a Portland trail (a really nice walking path right next to it). In fact, you can go through the largest patio to get to the walking trail, and it’s easy. It’s a wide path. It’s fairly easy walking, so I like that a lot.
They just seem to meet the needs of the people that were there. They look at it as their job is to fit the client, not the client to fit them. They provided us with a take-out meal, which was excellent. It’s big (which might not appeal to everybody), but it’s very comfortable. All of the activity rooms, exercise rooms, and everything was very nice. The apartments were lovely.
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I’ve toured several places. The one I like the best is Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook. First of all, I liked the staff. It seemed to be well staffed. All the staff seemed to be friendly. They have OT,
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I’ve toured several places. The one I like the best is Stroudwater Lodge in Westbrook. First of all, I liked the staff. It seemed to be well staffed. All the staff seemed to be friendly. They have OT, PT, and speech therapy right on site. They’re full time there, so I like that a lot. Leah who took me around greeted every one of the residents we met by name. A couple of the residents spoke to us and said they loved it there, so that would be the first thing. I liked the facility. I like that they have a lot of activities geared towards seniors. For my friend, one of the things that was especially good is that the chef will do gluten free, which some places can’t accommodate.
I like the location. It’s in the woods, and there is a Portland trail (a really nice walking path right next to it). In fact, you can go through the largest patio to get to the walking trail, and it’s easy. It’s a wide path. It’s fairly easy walking, so I like that a lot.
They just seem to meet the needs of the people that were there. They look at it as their job is to fit the client, not the client to fit them. They provided us with a take-out meal, which was excellent. It’s big (which might not appeal to everybody), but it’s very comfortable. All of the activity rooms, exercise rooms, and everything was very nice. The apartments were lovely.
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Atlantic Heights Retirement
100 Harbor Drive, Saco, ME, 04072
Atlantic Heights Retirement is a very nice and newer facility with a hotel-like feel. The rooms were pleasant and spacious. They had a large formal dining room area. The upkeep seemed fine, and it’s w
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Atlantic Heights Retirement is a very nice and newer facility with a hotel-like feel. The rooms were pleasant and spacious. They had a large formal dining room area. The upkeep seemed fine, and it’s well maintained. The person who gave me the tour was knowledgeable, friendly, and very supportive.
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Atlantic Heights Retirement is a very nice and newer facility with a hotel-like feel. The rooms were pleasant and spacious. They had a large formal dining room area. The upkeep seemed fine, and it’s w
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Atlantic Heights Retirement is a very nice and newer facility with a hotel-like feel. The rooms were pleasant and spacious. They had a large formal dining room area. The upkeep seemed fine, and it’s well maintained. The person who gave me the tour was knowledgeable, friendly, and very supportive.
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The Osher Inn
620 – 640 Ocean Avenue, Portland, ME, 04103
The Cedars is located in a secluded area of Portland, a short distance away from a number of churches, restaurants and the scenic Edward Payson Park. Many visitors who come see the impressive facility
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The Cedars is located in a secluded area of Portland, a short distance away from a number of churches, restaurants and the scenic Edward Payson Park. Many visitors who come see the impressive facility are left in awe and are excited to move their loved ones in. Residents’ well-being and comfort is the top priority, so they are able to access a wide variety of amenities and high-quality care at all hours of the day or night. The facility encourages residents to partake in local outings as well as fun activities such as bingo, movie nights and crafts.
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The Cedars is located in a secluded area of Portland, a short distance away from a number of churches, restaurants and the scenic Edward Payson Park. Many visitors who come see the impressive facility
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The Cedars is located in a secluded area of Portland, a short distance away from a number of churches, restaurants and the scenic Edward Payson Park. Many visitors who come see the impressive facility are left in awe and are excited to move their loved ones in. Residents’ well-being and comfort is the top priority, so they are able to access a wide variety of amenities and high-quality care at all hours of the day or night. The facility encourages residents to partake in local outings as well as fun activities such as bingo, movie nights and crafts.
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Seaside Skilled Rehabilitation Center
850 Baxter Boulevard, Portland, ME, 04103
Outstanding staff, clean facility and delicious food are some of the positive things residents and their loved ones say about Seaside Rehab and Health Care. Located in Portland, Maine, this senior liv
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Outstanding staff, clean facility and delicious food are some of the positive things residents and their loved ones say about Seaside Rehab and Health Care. Located in Portland, Maine, this senior living facility is situated along the Back Cove with views of the water. Residents and visitors also give high marks to this facility for the many fun activities that are offered, such as on-site concerts, group games, cruises on Casco Bay, lobster bakes, baseball games, and arts and crafts. Trivia nights and a rehab workout room also give residents an opportunity to stay active, both physically and mentally.
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Outstanding staff, clean facility and delicious food are some of the positive things residents and their loved ones say about Seaside Rehab and Health Care. Located in Portland, Maine, this senior liv
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Outstanding staff, clean facility and delicious food are some of the positive things residents and their loved ones say about Seaside Rehab and Health Care. Located in Portland, Maine, this senior living facility is situated along the Back Cove with views of the water. Residents and visitors also give high marks to this facility for the many fun activities that are offered, such as on-site concerts, group games, cruises on Casco Bay, lobster bakes, baseball games, and arts and crafts. Trivia nights and a rehab workout room also give residents an opportunity to stay active, both physically and mentally.
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Portland Center for Assisted Living
68 Devonshire Street, Portland, ME, 04103
Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, the Portland Center for Assisted Living aims to create a family community atmosphere for its residents. Staff members are appreciated for their kindness and co
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Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, the Portland Center for Assisted Living aims to create a family community atmosphere for its residents. Staff members are appreciated for their kindness and compassion, and they strive to meet the residents’ physical and emotional needs. The Portland Center’s amenities include outdoor gardens with walking paths and a library. In addition, residents can participate in planned outings and onsite arts and crafts classes. Off-campus places of interest include Deering Oaks Park and the Union Station Plaza Shopping Center.
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Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, the Portland Center for Assisted Living aims to create a family community atmosphere for its residents. Staff members are appreciated for their kindness and co
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Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, the Portland Center for Assisted Living aims to create a family community atmosphere for its residents. Staff members are appreciated for their kindness and compassion, and they strive to meet the residents’ physical and emotional needs. The Portland Center’s amenities include outdoor gardens with walking paths and a library. In addition, residents can participate in planned outings and onsite arts and crafts classes. Off-campus places of interest include Deering Oaks Park and the Union Station Plaza Shopping Center.
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Springbrook Center
300 Spring Street, Westbrook, ME, 04092
THE PERSONAL CARE OF THE RESIDENTS IS ATTROCIOUS. MY MOM WAS THERE AND SHE CONSTANTLY HAD FECES ON HER AND SMELLED. THEY NEVER GAVE HER A BATH/SHOWER UNLESS I COMPLAINED ABOUT HER ODOR. MY CONSTANT CO
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THE PERSONAL CARE OF THE RESIDENTS IS ATTROCIOUS. MY MOM WAS THERE AND SHE CONSTANTLY HAD FECES ON HER AND SMELLED. THEY NEVER GAVE HER A BATH/SHOWER UNLESS I COMPLAINED ABOUT HER ODOR. MY CONSTANT COMPLAINTS FELL ON DEAF EARS, ALTHO I WAS ASSURED EVERYTIME THAT THAT WOULD NEVER HAPPEN AGAIN. THEY CALLED ME ONE DAY TO GIVE ME AN UPDATE ON MY MOM…SAID SHE WAS DOING FINE, WENT OVER AN HOUR LATER AND IMMEDIATELY TOLD THEM SHE NEEDED TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL. THEIR REPLY WAS..OH..OK. THEY CALLED AN NON EMERGENCY AMBULANCE WHICH TOOK 45 MINUTES. SHE NEVER RETURNED TO THAT FACILITY. THE ONES WHO’S FAMILY DIDNT LIVE CLOSE AND WERE BED RIDDEN, WERE LEFT IN THEIR BEDS FOR A GOOD PART OF THE DAY EVEN THOUGH THEY COMPLAINED THEY WANTED TO GET UP. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS FACILITY TO ANYONE!!!
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THE PERSONAL CARE OF THE RESIDENTS IS ATTROCIOUS. MY MOM WAS THERE AND SHE CONSTANTLY HAD FECES ON HER AND SMELLED. THEY NEVER GAVE HER A BATH/SHOWER UNLESS I COMPLAINED ABOUT HER ODOR. MY CONSTANT CO
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THE PERSONAL CARE OF THE RESIDENTS IS ATTROCIOUS. MY MOM WAS THERE AND SHE CONSTANTLY HAD FECES ON HER AND SMELLED. THEY NEVER GAVE HER A BATH/SHOWER UNLESS I COMPLAINED ABOUT HER ODOR. MY CONSTANT COMPLAINTS FELL ON DEAF EARS, ALTHO I WAS ASSURED EVERYTIME THAT THAT WOULD NEVER HAPPEN AGAIN. THEY CALLED ME ONE DAY TO GIVE ME AN UPDATE ON MY MOM…SAID SHE WAS DOING FINE, WENT OVER AN HOUR LATER AND IMMEDIATELY TOLD THEM SHE NEEDED TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL. THEIR REPLY WAS..OH..OK. THEY CALLED AN NON EMERGENCY AMBULANCE WHICH TOOK 45 MINUTES. SHE NEVER RETURNED TO THAT FACILITY. THE ONES WHO’S FAMILY DIDNT LIVE CLOSE AND WERE BED RIDDEN, WERE LEFT IN THEIR BEDS FOR A GOOD PART OF THE DAY EVEN THOUGH THEY COMPLAINED THEY WANTED TO GET UP. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS FACILITY TO ANYONE!!!
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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Scarborough
The Maine Department of Health and Human Services regulates assisted living and other long-term care facilities in Scarborough. This department upholds state laws protecting the welfare and dignity of residents with vigorous screening and inspection programs.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Scarborough
- Scarborough is very safe and has a violent crime rate of 10.3 compared to the U.S. average of 22.7. Property crime rates here are also lower than national medians, at 29.4 compared to 35.4.
- Residents have quick access to high-quality health care, including the nearby Maine Medical Center, the top-rated hospital in the state.
- Scarborough has 450 physicians per 100,000 people, which is more than double the U.S. average of 210 per 100,000.
- The overall cost of living in Scarborough is 43.5 points above the U.S. benchmark of 100, with housing the highest-priced factor. Fortunately, transportation and health care costs here are lower than those in many American cities.
- Scarborough gets relatively extreme temperatures, with hot, sunny summers and cold, snowy winters. The city gets an annual average of 61 inches of snow compared to the U.S. average of 28.
- The air quality in Scarborough is very good, coming in at 22 points above the national median of 58. This makes it a great place for those with allergies or asthma. The water quality here is also above average.
Paying for Assisted Living in Scarborough
In Scarborough, seniors pay around $6,583 per month for assisted living care. This is more expensive than the state average of $5,942 per month, according to Genworth’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Assisted living in Scarborough is also more expensive than the national average, which comes to $4,300 per month.
The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
At $6,583 per month, Scarborough has the highest assisted living prices in the state. Costs are lower in nearby Lewiston, where seniors pay around $6,150. Bangor has the lowest costs, at $4,842. Assisted living prices are higher in neighboring New Hampshire, where Manchester averages $7,560.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living is one of the most expensive types of long-term care in Scarborough, so seniors might also like to consider other types of care to save money. Adult day health care is the cheapest option, at $4,063. Homemaker services average $5,625, and home health aides cost around $5,720. Nursing homes are the costliest type of care, with a semiprivate room averaging $10,220. For a private room, seniors pay $11,224
Note: Data for Scarborough was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Portland, was used instead.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Scarborough
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Scarborough
Seniors in Scarborough can seek assistance from the following charities and social services, which can help with long-term care plans and healthy aging.
Resource
Contact
Service
(800) 427-7411
This Area Agency on Aging supports seniors with informational resources such as long-term care options counseling, health insurance counseling and financial management classes. It also offers physical wellness promotion initiatives such as low-impact fitness classes and fall prevention programs. A resource center provides referrals to transportation, benefits screenings and other supportive services.
(800) 499-0229
This state agency advocates for the rights and welfare of care home residents. Seniors concerned about the condition of their assisted living lodgings or the treatment they are receiving can contact this department. Volunteer ombudsmen help seniors and caregivers resolve disputes through mediation. They can also help residents through the complaint process with the state licensing board.
(800) 750-5353
This organization offers free legal aid to seniors ages 60 and up. Advice is available on a range of topics important to older adults, including health care and public benefits access. Seniors can also get help with consumer matters, end-of-life planning and creditor disputes.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Scarborough
Scarborough-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.
