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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dartmouth, MA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dartmouth, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Dartmouth, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Dartmouth incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dartmouth memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dartmouth, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Fox Point, Wayland and South Elmwood.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Middleborough, East Providence and North Kingstown.

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Photo of The Residence at Cedar DellCommunity card badge
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9.9
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32 reviews
9.9
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32 reviews
5 star
85%
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9%
3 star
3%
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Overall, the community is very nice. I especially enjoy walking the grounds to see the nature we are surrounded by. I love reading large print books from the library. We recently found out that we will be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to the newly renovated Residence at Cedar Dell!Located in Dartmouth Massachusetts, a tranquil south coast town, our community which recently received a $1.5 million full community renovation, is nestled on ten acres of land. We offer 61 apartments that are a combination of studio, one and...
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8.0
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13 reviews
8.0
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13 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
2 star
8%
1 star
23%
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Except the nursing staff boss - [name removed] - when I ask her something or tell her something about my brother's health, Well she isn't very helpful. They can't even take his temperature. Regular...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whaler's Cove Assisted Living has 120 safe and affordable rental apartments in a beautifully restored historic building. Life at Whaler's Cove means living independently for senior adults who no longer want the responsibility of maintaining a home but may need a helping hand with personal care...
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99 Floor plans available
8.0
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24 reviews
8.0
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24 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
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Unfortunately, my mom was hospitalized and passed away the week that she was to move in. Atria was excellent to deal with during the process. They were very sympathetic and understanding during her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Fairhaven is an inviting senior community located in a charming seaside town. Residents gather with friends and family in one of several beautiful common spaces and an array of exciting daily activities provides many opportunities for social engagement. Atria Senior Living is a leading...
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5.0
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28 reviews
5.0
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28 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
21%
3 star
11%
2 star
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5 for all! The staff is wonderful! They treat residents like family and are always available and helpful. I would absolutely recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Cottages at Dartmouth Village is a memory care and assisted living community in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Our community is nestled in a wooded area of the city giving residents peace and tranquility while still offering easy access to local attractions and amenities like Buttonwood Park Zoo,...
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4 star
33%
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7%
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Autumn Glen was and continues to be a very good match for my family member. They do a fantastic job personalizing the attention and care they give to each member of their community. They let no one slip...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Autumn Glen in North Dartmouth, MA, offers assisted living and Alzheimer's services that help seniors with their day-to-day needs. In fact, when seniors choose assisted living at Autumn Glen, they'll be able to enjoy independent lives in private apartments without the worries brought about by...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Fall River, we are dedicated to delivering quality individual service to every person entrusted to our care. Part of community for more than 35 years, our 102-bed facility provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation therapy to adults of all ages who need...
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Cost of memory care in Dartmouth, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dartmouth is $5,717 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,449 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dartmouth, MA vs. nearby cities

Dartmouth, MA
$5,717/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dartmouth, MA vs. the state and national average

Dartmouth, MA
$5,717/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dartmouth vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,717/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dartmouth, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$7,205/mo
Studio
$6,644/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,623/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,557/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dartmouth over time

Dartmouth, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Dartmouth

Recent reviews for memory care in Dartmouth

Wingate Residences on the East Side in Providence, RI

4.5
I want to praise the staff at Wingate on the East Side for their prompt and compassionate response to a referral that I made on behalf of a patient. They were flexible with schedules, interviews and special requests, and were very adaptable when our plans changed. I was always able to reach ...
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Autumn Glen at Dartmouth in North Dartmouth, MA

5.0
Previously my love one was at a different facility and I will say that it is much better for her. They provide a lot of nice programs that they run. They do have a Memory Care section and I find that the people here are just more caring. The staff team is very knowledgeable and communicative. If ...
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The Arbors at Taunton

4.9
They did very well with communication with us. I was happy with my experience with the asstisted living. I would recommend to other families.

Dartmouth review score based on 26 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 26 reviews of 6 Dartmouth memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dartmouth review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Dartmouth review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Dartmouth, MA6 facilities
7.7
New Bedford, MA6 facilities
7.7

Review subcategories for Dartmouth memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 26 reviews of 6 Dartmouth memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dartmouth resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Dartmouth, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Dartmouth memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dartmouth memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dartmouth, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Dartmouth memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Dartmouth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
66.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dartmouth memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Dartmouth Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dartmouth memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dartmouth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dartmouth memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dartmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
83.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dartmouth memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Dartmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dartmouth, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Cedar Dell, Atria Bay Spring Village and Anchor Bay at East Providence are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dartmouth, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near Dartmouth, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dartmouth, Massachusetts are The Residence at Cedar Dell and Atria Bay Spring Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Dartmouth, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Dartmouth, Massachusetts ranges from $35 to $16760. The average Memory Care cost in Dartmouth, Massachusetts is $5,717. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dartmouth, Massachusetts typically starts at $35. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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