Apple Ridge sits in a quiet neighborhood in Bowdoin, Maine, at 27 Stoddard Pond Road, where up to three seniors can live in a small, home-like place that stays calm and peaceful, and you'll see lovely walking paths, gardens, and outdoor spaces that encourage folks to spend time outside relaxing or just enjoying the trees and flowers, and the community makes sure someone's always there with 24-hour supervision, a call system for emergencies, and staff who help with bathing, dressing, getting around, or taking medicine, so no one's left alone if they need a hand. People who move in get help settling, their rooms come already furnished, and there are shared areas like the dining room, places outside to walk, and even rooms set up for reading, watching movies, or just passing the time on days when you want to be around others, so you're not stuck in your room; meals and snacks get served daily in a way that considers diabetes, allergies, or other diet needs, and folks can have their clothes washed and their rooms cleaned regularly, which helps keep things easy.
Apple Ridge offers several ways of living, including assisted living, memory care, respite, hospice, and even nursing home services, letting each resident get care and medical help based on what they actually need-some need more help, some like more independence, and the staff tries to find the right balance so people feel safe but still respected, with help always nearby but not overbearing; you'll see exercise classes, games, music, art, animal visits, and regular outings for entertainment, plus a mobile hairdresser comes by, so staying groomed or even looking nice for family visits isn't a big challenge. Transportation is coordinated by staff for doctor visits or even trips to shop or take part in community events, and there's always someone around if you have to get somewhere on short notice. The place is wheelchair accessible, has an emergency alert system, and all health and care services get regulated by Maine's Department of Social Services-so everything follows safety standards.
Residents get all-day dining with options for special diets, and every effort is made so even those with higher needs get showers, help with hygiene, and medication support. Apple Ridge costs start at $5,006 per month and comes with three licensed beds under facility license RCC34. Most caregivers speak English, and there's a steady stream of daily activities, so no day feels too quiet unless that's what someone's looking for, and people are treated with care, called by name, and looked after in a way that makes them feel at home even as their needs change with time. The community gets a rating of 3.8 on Seniorly's system, so it does the basics well but, like anywhere, there's always room for small improvements, though many find comfort in the steady, low-key atmosphere and the attention from familiar staff.
