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Residential care homes in Scarborough may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Scarborough 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 Scarborough, 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 Portland, South Portland or Milliken Mills.
Types of care available in Scarborough, ME
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741 Main St, South Portland, ME 04106
1125 Brighton Ave, Portland, ME 04102
98 E Bridge St, Westbrook, ME 04092
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...
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...
292 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005
292 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005
25 Simpson Rd, Buxton, ME 04093
25 Simpson Rd, Buxton, ME 04093
The average cost of senior living in Scarborough is 4,710 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bath, ME with an average of 4,009 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:
Care homes offer seniors with an intimate sense of community without the commotion of larger communities. This type of community is resembles a single-family home. Services provided can include regular dining options, laundry, and transportation. In Maine, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $62,031. Maine has specific standards related to this kind of community. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services licenses this community type.
Senior living community price is determined by the city in which it is located. Per month, the median price of rent in Scarborough is about $1,608 and the median home value in Scarborough is around $336,324. The rent burden for Scarborough is around 18.4% of the average person’s monthly income.
In Scarborough, 9.1% of the citizens are veterans of the United States military. Out of the total population of Scarborough, 4.6% are widowed, 5.1% live in poverty, 69.1% participate in the labor force, and 4.0% do not have health insurance. Out of the total city population, 52.5% are female and 47.5% are male. The median age of Scarborough is 46 years old. Demographically, Scarborough is 2.2% mixed race, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.3% other or not specified, 0.4% Native American, 90.4% white, 2.2% Hispanic, 5.2% Asian, and 1.5% black. The total population of Scarborough consists of 19,620 people. Scarborough has a population density of 159 people per square mile. In terms of education, 53.1% have a college degree, 18.5% have a graduate degree, and 21.1% have a high-school diploma.
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. The state of Maine has 38 hospitals and 115 health centers, providing care to 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. Residents of Maine enjoy its natural beauty which ranks 39th in the United States. Overall, Maine ranks 32nd out of all states in quality of life and 19th in healthcare.
In the most recent presidential election, 45% of Maine residents voted Republican and 48% voted Democrat. The state of Maine ranks 49th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. 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 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. In Maine, 36% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 45.
On average, the humidity rating for Maine is around 72%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of November at around 77%. The average air quality index rating in Maine is 35.4 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 44.2 AQI. The average temperature in the winter falls 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. The average high summer temperature is around 82F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 47F during the month of June. On average, the state receives 3.79 inches of precipitation a month. 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 balsam fir, pagoda dogwood, sugar maple, and bog rosemary. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the eastern cougar, the moose, the north American deer mouse, or the white-tailed deer. 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 Scarborough, Maine. See full list of communities.
There are 10 care homes near Scarborough, Maine. See the full list.
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