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Assisted Living Communities in Brunswick, ME
Brunswick sits in Maine’s Cumberland County within the Lewiston-Auburn and...
Portland-South Portland-Biddeford Metropolitan Areas. This region contains assisted living communities, including in the city proper, accommodating varying living preferences and budgets. According to 2024 survey data, seniors in this region pay monthly assisted living fees of around $9,735, which runs about $1,000 above the statewide median.
In this directory, you can read through 383 reviews reviews of local assisted living communities to learn more about popular amenities and lifestyle options. Based on these ratings, local facilities have an average score of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
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Beetlebug91
2.0
Review of Sunnybrook
Apartments are nice but for the amount of money they charge a month, the food is terrible. The care staff for the most part is great but they are overwhelmed and residents will have to wait forever...
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Valerie
5.0
Review of Sunnybrook
The apartments and facility are lovely and well cared for by the staff. The shared spaces are welcoming and used often. The activities offered daily are designed for everyone and create a close...
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maria grazia
5.0
Review of Sunnybrook
It’s not hyperbole to say that it’s impossible to describe the high quality of the atmosphere and care at Sunnybrook. From our very first interaction with Statie, admissions director, to ask about...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that seniors in Brunswick pay around $9,735 per month for assisted living, putting local fees above typical costs in the state and region. By contrast, the Maine median comes in at $8,712, and in nearby Portland and Bangor, costs hover near $8,365 and $7,507, respectively. Additionally, across state lines, seniors pay approximately $7,275 per month for care in Manchester, NH.
Brunswick
$9,735
Maine
$8,712
United States
$5,350
Portland
$8,365
Bangor
$7,507
Manchester, NH
$7,275
Paying for Assisted Living in Brunswick
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Brunswick
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.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living costs in Brunswick come in at approximately $9,735 per month, making this long-term care solution more cost-effective than specialized care. In contrast, seniors who need 24-hour medical care and monitoring pay higher rates of around $10,996 for semi-private accommodations in local nursing homes.
Assisted Living Facility
$9,735
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$10,996
Note: Since data for Brunswick is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Lewiston, instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Brunswick
Brunswick seniors have several options for finding the help they need to stay independent. These government and private nonprofit organizations offer no-cost support for seniors’ financial and lifestyle needs. Some resources also offer counseling, education services and referrals to other organizations for assistance with benefits.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Opportunity Alliance | (877) 429-6884 | Opportunity Alliance is the Cumberland County nonprofit organization that offers a low-income home energy assistance program (LIHEAP) to Brunswick and other local seniors. The program helps enrolled seniors and low-income participants reduce their home energy bills by up to 30%. Income and asset verification are required, and some limitations apply. Applications for assistance are taken by phone or online during the open enrollment period from early September to July 15 of each year. |
| Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) | (800) 639-1553 | Spectrum Generations is the Brunswick-area Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC). The Brunswick ADRC offers a spectrum of support for seniors and people with disabilities, including health and senior wellness classes, nutritional support, transportation service for riders with limited mobility, and group support. Groups include grief and bereavement counseling and caregiver support networks. Spectrum Generations also offers seniors case manager services that help identify and apply for any benefits the senior may be eligible for, such as health and medical benefits, financial aid and veterans' benefits. |
| Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN) | (207) 729-0757 | The Volunteer Transportation Network (VTN) connects volunteer drivers with seniors in the Brunswick area who have temporarily or permanently lost their ability to get around independently. Rides are provided within a limited radius and can be for medical or personal trips and must be requested at least three days in advance. The service provides free ID cards for enrolled riders that must be shown at the time of service. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Brunswick
Brunswick-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.
