The Village at Great Brook sits out in the country in Eliot, Maine, as part of The Village at Great Brook Condo Project, with homes spaced on a large, 50-acre lot, and you'll see paved driveways, sidewalks, and nice landscaping all around. This community has a range of care, from independent living and board and care homes to assisted living, memory care, and even skilled nursing for those who need help with health problems or day-to-day things like meals, bathing, and managing medications. There are duplex condominium homes, each with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one-car garages, and all sorts of features like granite countertops, fireplaces, hardwood in the living and dining rooms, and tall ceilings with big windows that let in plenty of light, plus French doors and front patios for sitting and waving to neighbors, while the back decks give folks a quiet spot to watch birds and enjoy the woods.
You'll notice the ranch-style buildings have only one story, and each unit has about 1,299 square feet, with six rooms inside including bedrooms, living spaces, kitchen, sunroom, and private bathrooms, and everyone gets access to public water and sewer, central heat, and quiet mini-split cooling systems. The property uses modern things like gas on-demand water heaters, double-pane windows, and Energy Star appliances to keep costs down, and there's a monthly HOA fee of $242 that covers lawn care, trash and snow removal, master insurance, water, electricity, and common areas upkeep, so you won't have to worry about the outdoor chores. The site is built for people 55 and up and is still growing with new homes planned.
Seniors with memory challenges can find secure areas and programs for dementia and Alzheimer's, with activities made to help memory and 24-hour staff who're always around. There's plenty to do, too, with clubs and activities in the welcoming clubhouse, walking paths outside, gardens, grilling areas, and even a spot for bocce and time at the pond. People can eat in the dining room or have meals prepared by a chef, and the kitchenettes in each unit let residents cook for themselves if that's what they want, with all the common appliances, plus dining options for special needs and allergies.
Inside, the homes are built with comfort in mind, with walk-in closets, one-floor living, private baths, cable TV, internet, and air conditioning. There's a game room, library, arts and crafts area, fitness program, and scheduled movie nights, so folks can choose to be as busy or as quiet as they want. With support for medical needs, personal care, laundry, housekeeping, and more, the aim here is to let folks age in place but get more help as needed, and people can feel safe with a 24-hour call system and supervision. There are both semiprivate and studio options for those needing a little extra help, and the whole place is focused on making daily life easier for seniors, from the peaceful rural setting to the simple fact that it's easy to get to town or the seacoast for shopping, dining, or just a change of scenery.
