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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Boothbay Harbor, ME

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If you’re looking for independent living in the Boothbay Harbor area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Boothbay Harbor. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.

Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 22 independent living facilities in Boothbay Harbor, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.


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Boothbay Harbor Independent Living Facilities | 46 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Independent Living in Boothbay Harbor, ME
The Highlands in Topsham, ME
4.0

The Highlands is not a brand new facility, they could use some updated in a few spots which they are working on. Currently they have started updating the fitness area and pool area. The facilities are very nice and as to be expected. It seems like they are doing everything and have the tools to get things done. Our loved one does say something the meals are a hit or miss.

Sunnybrook in Brunswick, ME
4.7

Sunnybrook Village is very homey. The staff is really good at handling a difficult transition. They promote a welcoming group among the residents. They really helped mom integrate. The only thing that would help make everything a five is to have a better range of activities. I would like to see them do more with their activity schedule. For example they tried to have pets there periodically but couldn't always pull that together. I would also like to see some more crafts or recreational activities. But it has made a very difficult situation doable. I am pretty happy with this facility.

The Highlands

30 Governors Way, Topsham, ME 04086

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My mom passed away at the end of June- I have only positive things to say about The Highlands and their staff. Overall the facilities were great and the staff were very caring to my mom and to my family in...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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The Highlands is located in the historic district of Topsham, next door to Brunswick and Bowdoin College, and 25 miles from Portland, Maine's largest city. The Highlands offers a continuum of care in magnificent natural setting, covering 75 acres complete with meandering walking trails....

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Plant Memorial Home

1 Washington St, Bath, ME 04530

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2 reviews

We all had an amazing time at the pancakes with Santa event. The staff where very welcoming and sweet. The kids loved taking pictures with Santa, face painting and eating pancakes. Happy holidays to...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Lincoln Home

22 River Rd, Newcastle, ME 04553

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3 reviews

I can't say enough about the care my mother-in-law received at The Lincoln Home. The small, home like environment was a perfect fit - staff go above and beyond to support each resident as an individual and...

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

The Lincoln Home, an all inclusive, vibrant community for seniors, is situated on the banks of the Damariscotta River in Midcoast Maine.Vibrant Senior Living is our mission. Our seniors engage intellectually and creatively, share laughter and companionship, and experience all that Midcoast Maine...

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St. Andrews Village

145 Emery Lane, Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538

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Full disclosure, I’m 68, active, and am living in St. Andrews Retirement Village. I knew the moment I toured the cottages that I had to live the rest of my life in this community. The Independent Living...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

St. Andrews Village is a gracious, full service retirement community in Boothbay Harbor, Maine. By extending its senior living options and levels of care, St. Andrews created a new paradigm for senior living in Mid-Coast Maine. The St. Andrews Village Retirement Community opened its doors in...

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Sunnybrook

340 Bath Road, Brunswick, ME 04011

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My brother and I toured 3 different facilities. We chose Sunnybrook because we got a great vibe and it was the only one that we could really see her being happy here. The size, the staff, the tour,...

Provides: Independent Living, Assisted Living

Sunnybrook, in Brunswick, ME is conveniently located just off Route 24 and proudly offers independent living and assisted living. This charming community boasts a home-like environment and beautifully appointed apartments, many with picturesque Moose Pond views. Sunnybrook is now proud to be...

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Dikes Landing Apartments

20 Dikes Landing Rd, Bath, ME 04530

Provides: Independent Living

Seacliff Apartments

47 Floral St, Bath, ME 04530

Provides: Independent Living

Seacliff Apartments

47 Floral St, Bath, ME 04530

Provides: Independent Living

Hillhouse Assisted Living

166 Whiskeag Road, Bath, ME 04530

2 reviews

Friendly, caring staff. Well run. Compassionate. Considerate. Spiritual depth needed (Services, hymn singing, Bible reading and preaching.)

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Hillhouse Assisted Living provides a calm, relaxing, country-like setting thanks to its nestled location within Bath, ME. The property is surrounded by surrounding greenery and majestic trees. Pathways encourage walking and daily breaths of fresh air. Residents often enjoy the scenic location...

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Schooner Cove

65 Schooner St, Damariscotta, ME 04543

Provides: Independent Living

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Chase Point Assisted Living

51 Schooner St. Miles Health Care Campus, Damariscotta, ME 04543

2 reviews

Chase Point, [name removed] and her staff are amazing. What a wonderful place for anyone with a parent who needs support and yet wants to be independent. We feel blessed that we were able to find a place for my father here.

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care

High Meadow Apartments

High St, Damariscotta, ME 04543

Provides: Independent Living

Hodgdon Green

6 Hodgdon St, Damariscotta, ME 04543

Provides: Assisted Living

Coastal Landing Retirement Community

142 Neptune Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Independent Living

Coastal Landing Retirement Community

142 Neptune Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Independent Living

Pejepscot Terrace

36 Pejepscot Ter, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Independent Living

Elm Street Assisted Living

56 Elm Street, Topsham, ME 04086

Provides: Assisted Living

Elm Street Assisted Living is a private facility for women only in Topsham, Maine, next to Brunswick and about 25 miles from Portland. We are very small - 6 private rooms - and give completely personal care. Our home-cooked meals, our activities, the library books we bring home are all geared to...

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Brunswick Retirement Village

Parkview Cir, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Independent Living

Skolfield House

26 Cumberland St, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

Dionne Commons

24 Maurice Dr, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes

Thornton Oaks

25 Thornton Way # 100, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Independent Living

Nightingale of Brunswick

Mc Keen, Brunswick, ME 04011

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of independent living in Boothbay Harbor, ME

The average cost of senior living in Boothbay Harbor is 5,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterville, ME with an average of 2,612 per month.

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What is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
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Boothbay Harbor, Maine

Independent Living

An Independent Living Community allows residents the choice to live an active life while assuring their basic needs have been met. Seniors may use their free time as they desire while their food is cooked by a professionall chef, housekeeping and laundry duties are taken care of by staff, and social activities are scheduled and organized. Along with their daily needs being met, residents can enjoy the opportunity to live among peers, in a community with others of similar ages and backgrounds. Residents’ quarters consist of private living spaces, each with their own kitchen. The independence of apartment life is still enjoyed, offering an opportunity to socialize with guests and visitors in a private and personal setting. While policies vary between communities, many residences allow cats and dogs as well. Nursing and health care services may always be arranged for with independent care providers as desired. There are an assortment of benefits and costs to balance when choosing an independent living community. It is important to learn if these services are covered in your plan: cable TV, housekeeping, Waiting list deposit, field trips, internet access, meals, parking, and wellness program. The conveniences that pertain to independent living include community activities, restaurant-style dining hall, golf course, security guards, beauty salon & barber shop, healthcare center, game/TV room, and fitness center & swimming pool.

Cost of Living

The overall cost of living can be a big influence in selecting which care option is the best fit for your loved one’s needs. The rent burden for Boothbay Harbor is about 22.0% of the average person’s monthly income. Boothbay Harbor has a median home value of about $256,118 and the median cost of rent is around $933 per month per month.

Demographics and Values

Out of the total population of Boothbay Harbor, 23.9% have some form of disability, 14.5% are widowed, 13.0% do not have health insurance, and 10.9% live in poverty. Boothbay Harbor has a population density of 134 people per square mile. The total population of Boothbay Harbor consists of 1,986 people. In Boothbay Harbor, 13.7% of the population are veterans. Out of the total city population, 55.7% are female and 44.3% are male. The median age of Boothbay Harbor is 60 years old. In terms of education, 34.3% have a high-school diploma, 37.9% have a college degree, and 12.9% have a graduate degree. Demographically, Boothbay Harbor is 1.2% black, 1.9% mixed race, 2.0% Hispanic, 95.1% white, 0.6% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.7% other or not specified, and 0.6% Native American.

State Information

An overview of Maine

There are 38 general hospitals and 115 health centers that provide care for 1,341,753 Maine residents. The three highest ranked hospitals in Maine are Northern Light Health, Maine Medical Center, and Northern Maine Medical Center. Based on natural beauty, Maine ranks 39th in the nation. Overall, Maine ranks 32nd out of all states in quality of life and 19th in healthcare. 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.

Social demographics of the state

During the latest presidential election, 45% voted for the Republican candidate while 48% voted for the Democratic candidate. The state of Maine ranks 49th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. The state has a median age of 45 and 36% of its population being over the age of 55. In Maine, 22% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 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.

State-wide weather information

Maine experiences an average humidity rating of about 72%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of November at around 77%. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of November at around 6.46 inches. On average, the state receives 3.79 inches of precipitation a month. 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 summer rises to around 65F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 82F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 47F during the month of June. During the winter, the average temperature in Maine drops to around 20F. The average high winter temperature is around 38F in the month of December. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around -7F in the month of January. 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.

Wildlife to be found in Maine

The state of Maine has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of pagoda dogwood, eastern hemlock, tamarack, and bog rosemary. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the gray fox, the caribou, the red fox, or the eastern cougar. The state animal of Maine is the the moose.

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