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Residential care homes in Biddeford may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Biddeford care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.
Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Biddeford, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.
You may also consider nearby communities such as South Portland, Scarborough or Ocean Park.
Types of care available in Biddeford, ME
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292 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005
292 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005
Haleys Woods Ln, Kennebunk, ME 04043
50 Marshall Lane, Buxton, ME 04093
Snoopy says " come relax with us at Angels Retreat Assisted Living "Location, location, location on seven private acres just miles from Saco, Gorham, and Portland. Featuring a solar in-ground heated pool and a serene park like setting. Some wildlife can be scene from time to...
50 Marshall Lane, Buxton, ME 04093
Snoopy says " come relax with us at Angels Retreat Assisted Living "Location, location, location on seven private acres just miles from Saco, Gorham, and Portland. Featuring a solar in-ground heated pool and a serene park like setting. Some wildlife can be scene from time to...
25 Simpson Rd, Buxton, ME 04093
25 Simpson Rd, Buxton, ME 04093
1334 Long Plains Rd, Buxton, ME 04093
Countryside is an attractive modern facility, privately owned, a ranch style adult family care home, licensed in coordination with Maine's Department of Human Services. It is bounded with 11 acres of scenic land along the Buxton Countryside, but still within a half-hour drive to Portland and most...
741 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106
The average cost of senior living in Biddeford is 4,583 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Kennebunk, ME with an average of 3,688 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.
Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:
A care home offers a communal environment for seniors who are capable of performing the activities of daily living with minimal assistance but want oversight inside a safe and protective complex. This type of community is akin to a single-family home. Services offered may include regular dining options, washing clothes, and transportation. In Maine, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $62,031. Maine has specific standards related to this type of community. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services supervises this type of community.
Cost of living is a big influence in determining which community fits best. Monthly, the median rent in Biddeford is about $1,204 per month and the median price of a house in Biddeford is $211,692. The rent burden for Biddeford is about 20.1% of the average person’s monthly income.
Biddeford has a population density of 275 people per square mile. The current population of Biddeford consists of 21,488 people. In Biddeford, 16.9% have some form of disability, 17.0% live in poverty, 67.7% participate in the labor force, and 6.1% are widows. Based on gender, 51.6% are female and 48.4% are male. The median age of Biddeford is 36 years old. In terms of education, 7.4% have a graduate degree, 24.2% have a college degree, and 35.3% have a high-school diploma. In Biddeford, 9.5% of the population are veterans of the United States military. Racially, the population of Biddeford is 0.4% Native American, 0.1% other or not specified, 1.5% mixed race, 2.8% Asian, 92.5% white, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.7% black, and 3.8% Hispanic.
The natural beauty of Maine is ranked 39th in the nation. The state of Maine has a cost of living index of 117.2 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than the average. The state has a grocery index rating of 107.0 and a housing index rating of 123.1. Overall, Maine ranks 32nd in quality of life and 19th in healthcare compared to other US states. There are 38 general hospitals and 115 health centers that provide care for 1,341,753 Maine residents. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Northern Light Health, Maine Medical Center, and Northern Maine Medical Center.
In the last presidential election 48% of Maine residents voted Democrat and 45% voted Republican. In Maine, 36% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 45. In terms of religious values, 22% of Maine’s population regularly attend some form of service and there are in total 1,574 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-14%, Mainline Protestant-21%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Maine there are 185 masonic lodges. The state of Maine ranks 49th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly.
On average, the humidity rating for Maine is around 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. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 65F. The average high summer temperature is around 82F in the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 47F in the month of June. 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. On average, the state receives 3.79 inches of precipitation a month. The most precipitation occurs in November with an average of 6.46 inches of precipitation a month. 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 sugar maple, hackmatack, downy serviceberry, and bog rosemary. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the large baleen whales, the bobcat, the meadow jumping mouse, or the moose. The state animal of Maine is the the moose.
Vicarage By the Sea, Wcc Applegate Gardens Home and Wadleigh House LLC are the top-rated care homes near Biddeford, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 9 care homes near Biddeford, Maine. See the full list.
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