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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wellfleet, MA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Wellfleet, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Wellfleet or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Wellfleet.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Wellfleet for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 40 assisted living facilities in the Wellfleet area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Orleans, Brewster and Dennis.
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There have been a few hiccups along the way but overall a decent and more importantly a safe place for my dad to reside. I would recommend to others.
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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee is a memory care assisted living community located in Barnstable County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
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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
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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.
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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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
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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.
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...
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.
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.
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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...
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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 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: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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.
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My Mom is being cared for at this wonderful facility.I can not say enough about the cna’s and nurses extremely caring and professional.They are accommodating in every sense of her care.These extraordinary...
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.
Cost of assisted living in Wellfleet, MA
The average cost of senior living in Wellfleet is $7,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Acushnet Center, MA with an average of $6,237 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wellfleet, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wellfleet, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wellfleet vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wellfleet, MA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Wellfleet over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wellfleet, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Wellfleet
Recent reviews for assisted living in Wellfleet
All American Assisted Living at Hanson
4.9
They are very kind caring and helpful. Everyone there knew me and my children always asked how we are and when my dad passed some staff reached out to send condolences and hugs
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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Wellfleet review score based on 165 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 165 reviews of 40 Wellfleet assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Wellfleet 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
Wellfleet review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Wellfleet 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 165 reviews of 40 Wellfleet assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wellfleet 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.Wellfleet, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Wellfleet assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wellfleet assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wellfleet, 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 Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.5%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.5%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.5%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
55%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.5%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wellfleet, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
65%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
45%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wellfleet
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 Wellfleet protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Thirwood Place and Maplewood at Brewster are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wellfleet, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 40 assisted living facilities near Wellfleet, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Wellfleet, 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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