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10 Best Nursing Homes in Atlantic, ME

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Atlantic nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Atlantic, ME may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Atlantic or another care type is right for you. Browse 59 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Atlantic.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fort George, Harborside and Goose Falls.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Atlantic, ME

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Photo of Birch Bay Retirement Village
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I feel so fortunate that my children decided that this was the place for me to live all the rest of my days. There is not doubt in my mind that after COVID first landed. New admistrator trying to please...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Birch Bay Village is the area's premier retirement community overlooking Frenchman Bay on Mount Desert Island. Bordering Acadia National Park, this vibrant community has a rich assortment of recreational activities close at hand. There are hiking and carriage trails, restaurants, an 18-hole golf...
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I'd rate them a four or a five. The only other place I have for comparison mom was in solstice and I don't think they treated her very good. But Winterberry is great.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
When it comes to beautiful scenic views not much can beat our seaport town of Belfast, ME. Our antique architecture and historic districts are popular with residents and tourists alike. Harbor Hill Center occupies seven acres of waterfront property in mid-coast Maine on Belfast Harbor. Our...
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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...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Everyone was very helpful and professional during the whole process from touring the facility to moving in and getting settled. The staff have great communication with each other so when we were running...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Windward Gardens is a Genesis senior living community located in stunning Camden, Maine. There is something for everyone in Camden from sailing, experiencing our world class cuisine, to enjoying our breathtaking sunsets over the water. Camden is a great place to call home in retirement. The...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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...
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Our mother is so happy living there. She has found new friends and is well taking care of.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The place to retire in Downeast Maine. Just south of Blue Hill, Maine, on a peninsula dotted with gracious summer homes, is a pleasant and welcoming community on 28-acres surrounded by woods and walking trails and commanding stunning views of Blue Hill Bay. This is Parker Ridge. With panoramic...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of nursing homes in Atlantic, ME

The average cost of senior living in Atlantic is $5,895 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rockland, ME with an average of $5,607 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Atlantic, ME, vs. nearby cities

Atlantic, ME
$5,895/mo
$6,367/mo
$5,910/mo

Nursing homes costs in Atlantic, ME, vs. state and national averages

Atlantic, ME
$5,895/mo
$6,418/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Nursing homes costs in Atlantic, ME, vs. other senior living options

$6,050/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,895/mo

Nursing homes costs in Atlantic, ME, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,088/mo
Studio
$6,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,294/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,440/mo

Senior living costs in Atlantic vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Atlantic, ME
Column state: Maine
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAtlantic, MEMaineU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,895/mo$6,418/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$6,050/mo$6,410/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$6,050/mo$6,418/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living$7,374/mo$5,398/mo$3,951/mo
Nursing Homes
Atlantic, ME:$5,895/mo
Maine:$6,418/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Atlantic, ME:$6,050/mo
Maine:$6,410/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Atlantic, ME:$6,050/mo
Maine:$6,418/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Atlantic, ME:$7,374/mo
Maine:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Atlantic

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Atlantic

Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, ME

5.0
After my Wife’s diagnosis of dementia and her level of care increased, I began researching assisted living options. After meeting with staff, I was convinced that Birch Bay’s Safe Harbor Memory Care program was the right choice. Making the move was difficult for both of us but with the help of ...
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Dirigo Pines in Orono, ME

3.8
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 ...
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Winterberry Heights Senior Living in Bangor, ME

4.5
This review is for memory care: Staff is very committed to excellent care, and always available for consultation. After hours phone coverage is very sporadic and needs improvement. Memory Care unit should have its own phone number or extension.

Atlantic nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Atlantic nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Atlantic, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Atlantic nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Atlantic that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Atlantic, MENational
Full medication management
Full medication management
13.2%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
65.8%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.1%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
15.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
5.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
65.8%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
10.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
23.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Atlantic nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Atlantic Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Atlantic, MENational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
15.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
5.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
13.2%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
5.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Atlantic nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Atlantic partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Atlantic, MENational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
5.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
1.3%
No sugar
No sugar
10.5%
1.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Atlantic nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Atlantic communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Atlantic, MENational
Professional chef
Professional chef
5.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
15.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
7.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Atlantic nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Atlantic offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Atlantic, MENational
Activity director
Activity director
13.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
7.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
7.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
13.2%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
15.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
10.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
7.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
13.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
13.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
2.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
10.5%
0.4%
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Birch Bay Retirement Village, Winterberry Heights Senior Living and Harbor Hill Center are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Atlantic, Maine. See full list of communities.

There are 59 nursing homes facilities near Atlantic, Maine. See the full list.

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