Retire in Maine

Maine's Retirement Communities

Arranged alphabetically by town are thumbnail sketches of congregate retirements communities that offer independent-living or assisted-living apartments and at least one meal a day. Details are accurate as of December 2011. Several places are undergoing expansions or renovations, adding units and amenities. A few have continuing-care facilities either adjoining or nearby. Each has unique amenities such as Jacuzzis or on-site banks that are not indicated on this chart; some amenities are available for an extra charge.

Choose Your Own Retirement Adventure

Maine attracts a diverse group of retirees who come to the state not to slow down, but to spend more time following their passions and cultivating new interests. Whether you are looking to get closer to nature, become involved in the community, or learn a new skill, there are abundant resources for every type of retiree.

By: Meadow Rue Merrill

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Our New Books
	Interventions \| Four individually bound stories presented in a lovely slipcase.
	Cartoons from Maine \| Collecting more than 100 of his best, most popular comics, Cartoons from Maine: How’s the Water, Bob? presents a hilarious alternative look at Maine.
	Sea Glass Crafts \| Filled with ideas to turn your seaside treasures into home decor—inside and out, practical and decorative, whimsical and serious.
	Maine ABC \| Illustrated with distinct Maine icons, such as moose, lobster, and Katahdin, this book has a rhyming verse that will have children singing the words, asking for it to be read again and again, and learning the alphabet in no time.