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Photo of Maplewood at Mayflower PlaceCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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The independent living here has been wonderful. Both the staff and the residents loving here have been very friendly and caring.
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.
At Maplewood at Mayflower Place, you will find the nautical spirit and coastal charm of Cape Cod. Settled on 40 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, you can relax, breathe the fresh ocean air and enjoy the good things in life. Our continuing care retirement community is minutes from a variety...
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1616 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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26 reviews
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Thirwood Place is a beautifully furnished space with apartments full of light and room to set up your new home. Clean with patios or balconies for your personal outdoor space. Pets are allowed. A huge plus...
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.
Thirwood Place is nestled on over 45 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, surrounded by wooded conservation land and overlooking scenic Flax Pond. While offering seclusion among these natural surroundings, Thirwood is conveniently located only minutes away from shopping, churches, medical...
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11 Floor plan available
9.8
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55 reviews
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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.
Maplewood at Brewster will provide a healthy, invigorating environment for all seniors, as well as specialized assistance for those in need of memory care. The heart of Maplewood is embodied through an approach to assisted living that offers premier care to seniors who need some support in their...
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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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42 reviews
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Our only concern is that the cost quickly exceeded what we had originally thought when working with A Place for Mom. We had been looking for places in the range of (fee removed) a month, but the costs at...
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.
Located in the heart of Cape Cod, the Mill Hill Residence is the newest addition to the Maplewood at Mayflower Place campus, an award-winning continuing care retirement community with a highly-respected reputation. The Mill Hill Residence continues Maplewood's unwavering commitment to quality,...
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I can not say enough about this place and everything they have done for my mother while she has been in their care. The staff are very caring people with great hearts and remain professional in their work....
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.
Charming surroundings, a friendly attentive staff, and personalized services...there's no better place to call home! Ideally located in the historic seaside village of Harwich, The Royal provides everything you need to live comfortably and securely, without worry.  Stroll our beautifully...
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We brought Mom to Brewster Place five years ago at the same time we retired to Cape Cod. We chose it based on the warm feel, activities, and full service of having rehab and skilled nursing nextdoor. Mom...
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish, enjoying stimulating cultural and social activities while surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own apartment. Wingate Residences Assisted Living at Brewster, located in one of Cape Cod's loveliest and most historic...
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Cost of assisted living in North Harwich, MA

The average cost of senior living in North Harwich is $7,650 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Bedford, MA with an average of $6,195 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in North Harwich, MA vs. nearby cities

North Harwich, MA
$7,650/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in North Harwich, MA vs. the state and national average

North Harwich, MA
$7,650/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in North Harwich vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,650/mo
$7,650/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in North Harwich, MA by room type

Studio
$7,331/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,836/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,844/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,200/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in North Harwich over time

North Harwich, MAMA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Harwich, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in North Harwich.

What families are saying about assisted living in North Harwich

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Harwich

Laurentide at Mashpee Commons

4.8
It was an overall good experience.

Mill Hill Residence in West Yarmouth, MA

4.6
For me it's perfect with my wife here. The concierge staff are excellent. It's a well run place. It is a very friendly place. [name removed] was great. Maintenance is right on top of things.

Royal at Harwich Village

5.0
I cannot express enough how amazing our experience has been with the Royal at Harwich Village. The staff is wonderful, friendly, and so caring. When we went for our first visit , we were very impressed with the facilities and all the activities they have available for the residents. We met with ...
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North Harwich review score based on 66 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 6 North Harwich assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Harwich review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

North Harwich review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
North Harwich, MA6 facilities
9.1
9.8
Harwich Center, MA5 facilities

Review subcategories for North Harwich assisted living

When assisted living 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 66 reviews of 6 North Harwich assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Harwich resident and family assisted living 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.
North Harwich, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.6
4.1
Activities
4.6
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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North Harwich assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Harwich assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Harwich, 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 North Harwich assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in North Harwich that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Harwich, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Harwich assisted living

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 North Harwich Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Harwich, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Harwich assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Harwich partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Harwich, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in North Harwich assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Harwich communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Harwich, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Harwich assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in North Harwich offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Harwich, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Harwich

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Harwich protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

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Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Thirwood Place and Maplewood at Brewster are the top-rated assisted living facilities near North Harwich, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near North Harwich, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in North Harwich, Massachusetts are Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Maplewood at Brewster and Mill Hill Residence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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