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Discover the warm and inviting atmosphere of Dirigo Pines, a charming community nestled in Orono, Maine. With its stately American Colonial architecture and cozy living spaces, Dirigo Pines offers a range of living options to suit your needs, including cottage homes, independent living, assisted living, memory care, and specialized care and services.
Situated just a short distance from the picturesque Penobscot River, Dirigo Pines provides easy access to public parks, conservation areas, and forests, perfect for residents who love outdoor activities.
Embracing a worry-free lifestyle, this assisted living community offers a wide array of services designed to enhance your daily life. Say goodbye to household chores as their friendly staff take care of housekeeping, maintenance, laundry, and even grocery shopping. For those who require personalized care, Dirigo Pines’ experienced and compassionate team provides individualized services, including medication management. At Dirigo Pines, you can enjoy the comforts of home while having the peace of mind that comes with a supportive and caring community.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 414 / 530 / 585 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Winterberry Heights Senior Living is located in Maine’s third largest city and offers a variety of assisted living and memory care services to its residents. Residents can enjoy new experiences and meaningful moments in addition to a maintenance-free lifestyle and a variety of care options that provide peace of mind.
Residents are only a short distance from a number of neighborhood parks, and there are a number of places of worship, dining establishments, St. Joseph Regional Hospital, grocery stores, pharmacies, and other amenities close to the community. This community has licensed staff available around the clock, and residents have access to assistance with activities of daily living, medication assistance and management, and mobility assistance through the community’s assisted living services. For residents in need of extra cognitive care, the community has memory care spaces and programming called Meaningful Moments.
Lewis Foster Home is a trusted community in Bangor, ME, that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, top-tier assistance is provided for their daily living activities, like grooming and transferring, 24/7. An emergency alert system is also provided to ensure residents’ safety.
Focusing on residents’ enjoyment and wellness, exciting events and engaging programs, including social events and fitness classes, are conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Medication management is also available to ensure residents take their medications as prescribed. The community’s dedicated services and well-maintained amenities make it an ideal retirement option.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: Single-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Ideally situated near Broadway Park and St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Dean House is an astounding community that offers assisted living. Dedicated to residents’ well-being, a kind and highly trained team provides top-notch care for their daily living activities around the clock. Housekeeping services, laundry, and an emergency call system are also provided, ensuring residents have a convenient lifestyle.
For leisure and wellness, light exercises, fun games, and movie nights are conducted. Mealtimes also foster comfort while satisfying nutritional needs with delicious and healthy dining options. Here, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions, as medication management is also provided. With its supportive environment and well-maintained amenities, the community strives to help residents make the most of their best years.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Ranked as one of the best independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term, and skilled nursing homes in Orono, Dirigo Pines is an upscale community with amenities that promote fun and relaxation in an inviting environment. The vibrant community encourages seniors to build an active social life while not worrying about any chores to do. Dirgi Pines is outstanding in their service for combining passion and care in the comfort of home.
Dirigo Pines services offered are designed to allow flexibility for families, these include respite care, short-term stays, and specialized care. Community features include amenities and services such as housekeeping, laundry, social events, recreational activities, fitness classes, medication management, and transportation.
Experience high-quality living at Country Meadows, a distinguished community in Bangor, ME, that offers assisted living. Top-tier support is provided by a kind and highly trained team 24/7 for residents’ daily living activities. Medication management and transferring assistance are also available, ensuring residents’ comfort and convenience.
A well-thought-out calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation services and parking spaces, residents can travel conveniently. The community is a good option for those aiming to maintain independence in retirement, especially with its nurturing and welcoming environment.
Situated in the thriving neighborhood of Bangor, ME, Grove Street Group Home is a friendly retreat that offers assisted living. Here, daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, are taken care of around the clock to maintain residents’ independence without hassles. Medication management is also provided, ensuring residents can take their medicines as prescribed.
Exciting events and engaging programs, including movie nights and light exercises, are conducted to promote an active lifestyle and social engagement. Delicious and healthy meals are also served to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. With transportation and parking, residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing environment and state-of-the-art amenities create the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Hathaway House is an inviting community in Bangor, ME, that offers assisted living. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ living experiences, providing dedicated support for their daily living activities around the clock. Cleaning, laundry, and other chores are also taken care of, ensuring residents have a hassle-free living.
Here, residents can live actively and maintain social connections with plenty of fun activities and engaging programs. Mealtimes are also something to look forward to, with delicious and healthy dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management, incontinence care, and transportation services are also available for convenience and safety. The community is a great place to spend retirement, especially with its cozy communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Conveniently located near St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME, Always One is an idyllic haven that offers assisted living. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities, like bathing and grooming, 24/7 to maintain their independence without hassles. With medication management, residents do not have to worry about their prescriptions.
Dedicated to residents’ leisure and wellness, light exercises, group activities, and engaging programs are conducted. Residents also have a hassle-free dining experience with delicious and healthy meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Transportation and parking are also available, ensuring residents can travel conveniently and safely. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting where residents can thrive in retirement.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 2-story
Dining Services
Housekeeping Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Experience the exceptional care and compassion of Woodlands Senior Living of Brewer. Established in 2002 as an assisted living community and expanded in 2007 to include top-quality memory care, they proudly serve seniors in eastern Maine. Their Brewer location is thoughtfully designed to provide a warm and nurturing environment for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other memory impairments.
With elegant architecture, interior decoration, and furnishings, Woodlands Senior Living of Brewer stands out as a haven of comfort and grace. This assisted living community offers comprehensive support and enriching lifestyle opportunities for seniors who may require assistance with daily activities. Meanwhile, their dedicated memory care residence provides a secure and comforting space where families can find peace of mind knowing their loved one receives specialized care. At Woodlands Senior Living of Brewer, they prioritize the well-being and happiness of our residents, fostering an atmosphere of dignity, respect, and personalized attention. Discover a community that truly understands and meets the unique needs of seniors, ensuring a fulfilling and meaningful senior living experience.
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Bangor, ME
What is the average cost of assisted living in Bangor, ME?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Bangor, ME is approximately $6,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Bangor, ME?
Assisted living in Bangor, ME typically ranges from $5,800–$8,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Bangor, ME?
Assisted living facilities in Bangor, ME typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
How many licensed assisted living facilities are there in Bangor, ME?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately ~20–25 licensed assisted living facilities in Bangor, ME.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Maine?
Assisted living in Maine supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Maine?
Assisted living in Maine is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Maine Medicaid cover assisted living?
Maine Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Maine) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.