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If your loved one needs memory care in Orono, A Place for Mom can help. With 16 memory care facilities in Orono, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Orono incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Orono memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Orono, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bangor, Brewer or Veazie.
Types of care available in Orono, ME
Memory Care
They were under staffed but part of that was due to covid. They do a good job but only offer certain services. There was very little enrichment, but again due to covid. It is on the expensive side. The staff are wonderful, caring, friendly and always available. The facility itself is lovely- quiet location, beautiful gardens. Their focus seems to be more on memory care. They have less services for people with physical compromises. They really are doing really hard work in a difficult situation.
Every employee is pleasant, helpful and engages with residents, seamlessly adjusting the interaction such that it is appropriate to that resident. During my initial tour, I asked about hiring. The answer resonated with me as they said “we look for attitude, aptitude and people who care, as we can teach and they can learn the rest. It is all about the people. Similarly, for employees, it appears they do not view this as a job, but rather a vocation chosen because they care about the residents. It feels like they derive their fulfillment, as many of us do, by giving and doing for others. Employees are positive and always smiling. When asked a question, the answer is always “not a problem, we can do that”. That is so very refreshing. As a result of the genuine care provided, mom is very content. I could not be more pleased with the decision to have mom come to Winterberry Heights.
932 Ohio St, Bangor, ME 04401
My mom passed away over a year ago. She chose not to participate in meals in the dining room or the activities. Covid affected over 12 months of her stay. She had several med errors and two staff that worked...
Winterberry Heights Assisted Living features 78 well designed studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom retirement and assisted living apartments. We also offer a dedicated wing with 14 apartments designed to accommodate residents with memory care needs. This wing, which has a separate entrance, is...
9 Alumni Dr, Orono, ME 04473
Once placed at Dirigo Pines, there was no instructions about how to to forward. Things like making a hair appointment, policies on visitors or outings, arranging for personal care like podiatrist etc. a...
Dirigo Pines is an independent living, assisted living, specialized care, and memory care community situated in picturesque Orono, Maine. Residents choose from a wide range of lifestyle options and styles designed for comfort and convenience. At Dirigo Pines residents can stroll along the...
117 Bennoch Rd, Orono, ME 04473
My loved one stayed at this facility at a time, and the care they provided was excellent. However he was not quite ready for full time nursing care, and still wanted a level of independence. We decided to...
Orono Commons is located in historic and vibrant Orono, Maine. Home to the University of Maine, Orono is an exciting and growing city on the shores of the Penobscot River. We are proud of our beautiful community and the high quality assistance we provide to our residents. Our caring staff can...
750 Union Street, Bangor, ME 04401
I can say very affirmatively that my mother was much relieved with the care she got at Westgate Manor. They are a skilled nursing facility that really specializes in dementia care and alzheimer's care. Of...
Westgate Center's campus offers residential care/assisted living located in beautiful Bangor, Maine. We specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. We are an affiliate of National Health Care Associates. The center features a large dining room and an...
Elm St, Orono, ME 04473
PO Box 404, Old Town, ME 04468
161 Davis Rd, Bangor, ME 04401
33 James St, Bangor, ME 04401
Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
10 Water St., Bangor, ME 04401
10 Water St., Bangor, ME 04401
174 Main St, Bangor, ME 04401
225 Wilson St, Brewer, ME 04412
53 Colonial Circle, Brewer, ME 04412
8 13th St, Bangor, ME 04401
8 13th St, Bangor, ME 04401
74 PARKWAY SOUTH, Brewer, ME 04412
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
The average cost of senior living in Orono is 6,140 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belfast, ME with an average of 6,002 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Memory care supports the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care communities provide enhanced security, dementia therapies, and spaces designed to prevent wandering. Services in memory care facilities often include:
Memory care communities function in compliance with a memory-care specific care curriculum. A memory care community complies with particular Alzheimer’s-related safety guidelines and security measures. Memory care living communities possess secured areas to prevent wandering which is a typical symptom of Alzheimer’s. Persons have the option to reside in semi-private apartments or single rooms. Structured activities are offered by staff educated explicitly on caring for persons with cognitive deficiencies. The annual median cost for a private room is around $125,925 and the cost for a semi-private room is around $120,450 . The state of Maine has a number of stipulations associated with this type of community. The The Maine Department of Health and Human Services certifies this community type.
The overall cost of living is a big influence in determining which care option is the best fit for your family. The median monthly rent in Orono is around $1,117 and the median value for a house for Orono is about $186,398. The rent burden for Orono is about 16.5% of the average monthly income.
In Orono, 4.2% of the population are veterans of the United States armed forces. Orono has a population density of 231 people per square mile. Currently, the population of Orono consists of 10,914 people. Of the population of Orono 31.8% have a graduate degree, 15.7% have a high-school diploma, and 58.9% have a college degree. Out of the total population of Orono, 33.4% live in poverty, 6.4% do not have health insurance, 4.0% are widows, and 11.0% have some form of disability. Out of the total city population, 50.4% are male and 49.6% are female. The median age of Orono is 22 years old. Demographically, Orono is 90.7% white, 2.1% black, 1.8% Hispanic, 0.8% Native American, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.4% mixed race, 0.1% other or not specified, and 3.0% Asian.
In terms of resources, Maine has a cost of living index of 117.2, a grocery index rating of 107.0, and a housing index rating of 123.1. These index ratings are based on a system where 100 is considered the national average and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than said average. Based on natural beauty, Maine ranks 39th in the nation. There are 38 hospitals and 115 health centers that service a population of 1,341,753. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Northern Light Health, Maine Medical Center, and Northern Maine Medical Center. The quality of life enjoyed by the average Maine citizen is ranked 32nd nation-wide. Additionally, Maine is ranked 19th by standards of healthcare.
In terms of religion, 22% of Maine residents attend religious services among the 1,574 different congregations that are available in the state. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-14%, Mainline Protestant-21%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. In Maine there are 185 masonic lodges. The state has a median age of 45 and 36% of its population being over the age of 55. The state of Maine ranks 49th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. In the last presidential election 48% of Maine residents voted Democrat and 45% voted Republican.
On average, Maine has an air quality index rating of around 35.4 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 44.2 AQI. Maine experiences an average humidity rating of about 72%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 77% in the month of November. During the winter, the average temperature in Maine drops to around 20F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 38F during the month of December. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around -7F during the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in Maine is around 65F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 82F during the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 47F in the month of June. The average monthly precipitation for the state of Maine is around 3.79 inches. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of November at around 6.46 inches. While residents of Maine mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Maine can include earthquakes (moderate) and hurricanes.
The state of Maine has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of black cherry, bog rosemary, tamarack, and hackmatack. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the eastern cougar, the white-tailed deer, the north American deer mouse, or the gray fox. The state animal of Maine is the the moose.
Birch Bay Retirement Village, Winterberry Heights Senior Living and Dirigo Pines are the top-rated memory care facilities near Orono, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 16 memory care facilities near Orono, Maine. See the full list.
The 16 memory care facilities near you in Orono, Maine typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Orono, Maine, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Orono, Maine ranges from $5,534 to $6,846. The average Memory Care cost in Orono, Maine is 6,140. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Orono, Maine typically starts at $5,534. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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