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10 Best Nursing Homes in Smith Mills, MA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Smith Mills nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Smith Mills, MA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Smith Mills or another care type is right for you. Browse 36 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Smith Mills.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Elmwood, Reservoir and South Elmwood.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Smith Mills, MA

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Photo of The Residence at Cedar Dell
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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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They were very helpful and yes, we would recommend The Cottages at Dartmouth Village to other families based on the experience so far.
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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Photo of Atria Fairhaven
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99 Floor plans available
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share the only item that they have failed at so far which was promised during the sale process, and that was Atria would provide transportation on any week day to and from his boat located close by. It was...
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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22 Floor plans available
8.0
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The staff is very friendly to their residents, and are friendly to us as visitors. I would recommend this facility to anyone who is interested in a place like Prosper.
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.
Nestled in the heart of the Fall River historical district, the Prosper at Fall River provides gracious urbane living in a cozy, cordially appointed setting. Providing a supportive environment for seniors, the Prosper encourages independence, promotes good health, and provides customized...
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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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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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Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility stands out as a meticulously maintained establishment with a team of warm and accommodating staff members. They go above and beyond to ensure that residents like my...
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.
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The purpose of my stay at this beautiful facility was to rehab my legs. I could not even lift my feet from the floor and NOW, I’m walking up stairs….thanks to the wonderful therapists (Occupational and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Brandon Woods of New Bedford is a 135-bed skilled nursing center. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for more than 50 years. We specialize in Short and Long Term care, Rehab, Sub-acute care, and Alzheimer's Specialty...
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The nursing staff and aides are very attentive, they seem like they really care. They're really on top of it. The food is also really good.
Provides: Home Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
Rehabilitation and nursing care can be tough to go through. At Luxor Care Centers, we’re all about providing an experience that leaves you feeling whole on every level. We go to great lengths to deliver and aura of calmness and relaxation in our centers, so your mind is at ease. If you’re with us...
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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Brandon Woods of Dartmouth is a 118-bed skilled nursing center. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We specialize in Short and Long Term care, Rehab, Sub-acute care, and Alzheimer's Specialty care. Our...
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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...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
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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.
SunBridge Care Center - Rosewood is a 57-bed assisted living facility that specializes in the long-term care of geriatric psychiatric residents. Our mission is to ensure the best possible quality of life for our residents by building on each person's experiences and skills in a safe, therapeutic...

Cost of nursing homes in Smith Mills, MA

The average cost of senior living in Smith Mills is $5,949 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,603 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Smith Mills, MA, vs. nearby cities

Smith Mills, MA
$5,949/mo

Nursing homes costs in Smith Mills, MA, vs. state and national averages

Smith Mills, MA
$5,949/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Nursing homes costs in Smith Mills, MA, vs. other senior living options

$5,757/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,949/mo

Nursing homes costs in Smith Mills, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,355/mo
Studio
$6,118/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,998/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,557/mo

Senior living costs in Smith Mills vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Smith Mills, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmith Mills, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,949/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,757/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,757/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,384/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Nursing Homes
Smith Mills, MA:$5,949/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Smith Mills, MA:$5,757/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Smith Mills, MA:$5,757/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Smith Mills, MA:$5,384/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Smith Mills, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Smith Mills and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Nursing homes cost trends in Smith Mills, MA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Smith Mills have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Smith Mills, MA$9,295/mo$7,528/mo+23.5%
Massachusetts$7,316/mo$7,016/mo+4.3%
National$5,513/mo$5,224/mo+5.5%
Smith Mills, MA
2024 average cost:$9,295/mo
2023 average cost:$7,528/mo
Percent change:+23.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,316/mo
2023 average cost:$7,016/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,513/mo
2023 average cost:$5,224/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Smith Mills

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Smith Mills

Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility to others. It was the least expensive for miles around. It is very homey. The staff and the owner are so nice. I can't say enough good things about this facility. The staff calls me for every little issue. For example, she fell a couple of times. They call ...
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The Seasons in East Greenwich, RI

4.8
The community is able to provide everything I wanted for my loved one. My loved one seems to be happy. The room and my loved one are clean. They treat my loved one well. I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. Bathing, hygiene care, and medication management are some ...
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The Arbors at Taunton

4.4
The onboarding could be improved. We had to iron out a few things over the first few weeks that I believe should have been dealt with on day one or two: laundry, hair washing regimen, communication on family visits. The staff have been great. Housekeeping great. The meals are excellent. I would ...
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Smith Mills nursing homes services and amenities

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

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Smith Mills that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smith Mills, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
15.8%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.1%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
57.9%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
57.9%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
52.6%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
36.8%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.9%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smith Mills nursing homes

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 Smith Mills Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smith Mills, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
36.8%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
15.8%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.3%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.5%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smith Mills nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Smith Mills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smith Mills, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.3%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.6%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.3%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
0.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Smith Mills nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Smith Mills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smith Mills, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
26.3%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.5%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smith Mills nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Smith Mills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smith Mills, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
26.3%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.8%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.8%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.6%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.1%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.6%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
0.5%
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