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Provides: Assisted Living
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My experience was good, I had all the help from staff.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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 Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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Cost of assisted living in South Orleans, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Orleans is $7,420 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Bedford, MA with an average of $6,195 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Orleans, MA vs. nearby cities

South Orleans, MA
$7,420/mo

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

South Orleans, MA
$7,420/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Orleans vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,420/mo
$7,420/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Orleans, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,883/mo
Studio
$7,396/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,156/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,938/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,897/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Orleans over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Orleans, 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 South Orleans.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Orleans

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Orleans

Atria Fairhaven

4.7
Atria Fairhaven is great! For the quick decision that had to be made, it has worked out for us. The people are extremely friendly, both the residents and the staff. The staff has been very helpful in making the transition, for both my loved one and for our family. As with any place, it takes ...
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Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield, MA

4.5
It was expensive, but my mother had a positive experience there. Toward end of life, my mother was often challenging. The staff had the ability to roll with that. A majority of the employees really had their heart in it. We very rarely ran into red tape. We always felt there was an open door ...
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Whaler's Cove in New Bedford, MA

5.0
Thanks to A Place for Mom, we found out about Whaler’s Cove and we recently moved a family member into one of their spacious studio apartments. She is very happy and so are we. The staff is professional and very caring. Moving there was the right decision for our family. The food is excellent ...
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South Orleans review score based on 137 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 137 reviews of 35 South Orleans assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Orleans 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

South Orleans review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
South Orleans, MA35 facilities
9.0
Harwich Center, MA10 facilities
9.1

Review subcategories for South Orleans 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 137 reviews of 35 South Orleans assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Orleans 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.
South Orleans, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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South Orleans assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Orleans assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Orleans, 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 South Orleans 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 South Orleans that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.4%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.4%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.7%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Orleans 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 South Orleans Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Orleans, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.7%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Orleans 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 South Orleans partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Orleans, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
54.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Orleans 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 South Orleans communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Orleans, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.9%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Orleans 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 South Orleans offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.6%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.3%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
65.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
48.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.7%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Orleans

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 South Orleans 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 South Orleans, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 44 assisted living facilities near South Orleans, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in South Orleans, 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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