Huntington Common in Kennebunk, ME

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Huntington Common in Kennebunk, ME

Huntington Common is an assisted living community in Kennebunk, ME.

Information last verified:

3 Huntington Common Drive, Kennebunk, ME 04043

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 43 reviews
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Huntington Common Costs & Pricing

Huntington Common offers a range of room types at competitive rates compared to the broader market in York County and the state of Maine. For those considering semi-private accommodations, Huntington Common is priced at $4,092 per month, which is notably lower than the county average of $4,200 and significantly more affordable than the state average of $4,685. In terms of private rooms, Huntington's rate of $4,910 is slightly above the York County average of $4,726 but remains less than Maine's overall average of $4,625. For studio apartments, Huntington Common stands out with a monthly cost of $5,319; while this is higher than both the county average of $4,996 and the state average of $4,889, it reflects the premium services and amenities that residents enjoy. Overall, Huntington Common provides appealing options that balance quality with affordability within its regional context.

Floor plansHuntington CommonYork CountyMaine
Semi-Private$4,092$4,200$4,685
Private$4,910$4,726$4,625
Studio$5,319$4,996$4,889

Overall Review of Huntington Common

common 21 reviews mention this

Staff are kind and attentive

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as caring, personable, and responsive.

A large share of reviewers say staff members are friendly, cheerful, and easy to talk with during everyday life or visits. Several families also describe caregivers as patient and attentive to individual needs, including residents with dementia. Even reviews that are critical still refer to some staff positively, which suggests the concerns may be more about staffing consistency than overall care attitudes.

common 12 reviews mention this

Dining and food earn praise

Dining stands out for how residents describe meals and the dining room experience.

Multiple reviewers mention the dining room specifically, describing it as warm and attractive and saying the food is delicious, nutritious, or simply good. Others add that there are meal options available and that the community offers a bistro-style setup for coffee and snacks between meals. A few also describe family-style or multiple-choice dining, which reinforces that mealtimes are a consistent point of satisfaction.

common 13 reviews mention this

Activities, outings, and grounds

Reviews point to an active day-to-day routine plus pleasant outdoor spaces.

Many reviewers describe scheduled activities and time-filling programs, including music, crafts, exercise classes, and group events. Several also mention excursions or outings, and a number describe destination-like spots around the property where residents can walk, rest, or garden. Residents and families in dementia-related reviews also describe frequent engaging events, like performances and special gatherings.

common 3 reviews mention this

Memory care support described

Some reviews describe hands-on support in the dementia or memory unit.

A few reviewers specifically mention the memory or dementia setting, describing it as pleasant and the staff as pleasant and attentive. One family describes ongoing engagement and social activities for a resident with dementia, including music and outings. These comments focus on how care looks day-to-day inside that unit rather than on tour experiences.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Staffing and oversight concerns

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing levels and communication.

A recurring criticism is that staffing can feel skimpy at certain times, with one reviewer saying it was hard to know who was in charge and whether someone was always watching. Another review reports negative interactions with certified nursing assistants and says they would not want a family member there. A separate unhappy review also describes inexperienced staff and rude behavior, and another mentions the need to improve communication.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high to some

Cost shows up as a concern, even among otherwise positive reviews.

Several reviewers comment on price, including complaints about rent rising and one mention of a very large price increase. Others say the community costs more than alternatives, while one reviewer chose it partly because it felt better priced than other places they considered. Taken together, pricing appears to depend on expectations and competing options, with some families feeling the increases outweigh the value.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 144 resident community capacity 144 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Portland International Jetport (20 miles away) Portland International Jetport (20 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Bandaloop Kennebun (0.6 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.8 miles)
  • Boulangerie A Proper Bakery (1.3 miles)
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen (1.4 miles)
  • Bentley's Saloon (1.5 miles)
  • Village Tavern (2.1 miles)
  • Bennett's Store (3.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Prime Care Pediatrics (0.6 miles)
  • Bella Botox (0.6 miles)
  • Mullarky Kevin H MD - Kevin H Mullarky MD (0.6 miles)
  • Medical Group (0.6 miles)
  • Smmc Pediatrics Kennebunk (0.6 miles)
  • Marty Layne Audiology (0.7 miles)
  • Goodall Pain Management Center (0.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Good For All Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • Kennebunk Village Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Colonial Pharmacy (4 miles)
  • Walgreens (6.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (6.3 miles)

Cafes

  • The Blue (1.3 miles)
  • Christian's Cafe (1.4 miles)
  • Coffee Roasters of the Kennebunks (3.8 miles)
  • Live Cafe (3.8 miles)
  • Mornings In Paris (3.9 miles)
  • Brewed Awakenings (5.5 miles)
  • Aroma Joes (6.2 miles)

Parks

  • Kennebunk Dog Park (2 miles)
  • Talbot Park (2.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Anthony's Monastery (4.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Southern Maine Health Care (5.4 miles)
  • SMHC Medical Center (5.5 miles)
  • Southern Maine Medical Center (7.2 miles)

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