Sentry Hill at York Harbor, located in York, Maine, is a senior living facility offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Designed to provide residents with a supportive environment, Sentry Hill combines housing options with care services tailored to varying levels of independence and health needs. The community features amenities such as restaurant-style dining, social and recreational programs, and communal spaces intended to foster interaction and engagement among residents.
Care and medical support at Sentry Hill encompasses a range of specialized services. Assisted living and memory care residents receive support with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, with full assistance available as needed. Medication management is provided to ensure residents take prescriptions as directed, and nursing staff are present to oversee health needs and medical routines. The facility is equipped to support those requiring diabetic care, ambulatory assistance, incontinence care, podiatry services, and hospice care for residents with advanced medical conditions. The memory care unit is purposefully designed to accommodate and support residents with memory loss, including a secured community layout for safety, specialized activity programming, and environments responsive to cognitive impairment. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available, and a barber/beauty salon is located on-site to meet personal grooming needs. English is the primary language of communication, ensuring accessibility for most residents. Residents can participate in a variety of clubs and community activities, although reviews suggest the scope and frequency of activities may vary, particularly in higher-needs care units.
Transportation services at Sentry Hill are offered for both medical and non-medical purposes. Complimentary transportation is available to help residents attend medical appointments, while transportation at cost can be arranged for personal errands or outings. This service supports resident independence, ensuring access to healthcare as well as opportunities for participation in community life outside the facility.
Reviews for Sentry Hill at York Harbor are generally favorable, highlighting staff friendliness, attentiveness, and a clean, well-maintained environment. Residents and families often express appreciation for the compassionate care and professionalism shown by staff and management, as well as the quality and variety of food provided, with flexible options to accommodate dietary needs. Some negative feedback points to concerns about occasional understaffing, lapses in care, and limited activity programming, especially within the more specialized care units. There have also been isolated reports of insufficient responsiveness and unmet hygiene standards. While most feedback portrays Sentry Hill as a welcoming and supportive environment focused on resident welfare, reviews suggest ongoing opportunities for enhancements in staffing and activity engagement, particularly for residents with advanced care needs. As of 2024, no substantial changes to services or amenities have been publicly announced.
Costs at this community start at $3,500 and range up to $6,161. The average price in the community is $5,000, which is less than the average price in the area of $7,387. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.