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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dorset, VT

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The cost of independent living in Dorset is about $3,657 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 112 options. Read 384 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Diamond Rock Terrace
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Currently they have the community in lock down due to the pandemic. I would tell others it is a nice community. I have already told others about this community.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Diamond Rock Terrace is convenient to the Capital District's major highways, and it's just a short drive to your favorite shopping centers, drugstores, restaurants and entertainment of all kinds. HOME: Diamond Rock Terrace's apartment homes provide comfort, style, and taste, offering an...
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Enjoy going to dining room. Love security, freedom to do what I want. Love social interaction and activity. Love drivers, exercise girl, coffee machine, [names removed].
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
As the area’s first premier senior living community in Troy, NY, Beechwood at Eddy Memorial offers the pleasure of peaceful privacy with unlimited opportunities for lively social activity.With 61 one- and two-bedroom apartments, elegant and spacious common areas, and round-the-clock security,...
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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 parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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: 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: 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.
Photo of Maples Senior Living Community
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The mission and spirit of Maples Senior Living Community is to provide the opportunity for residents to maintain independence, and to promote wellness and enthusiasm for life. By combining the services of various community organizations along with affordably priced independent living apartments...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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: 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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Very friendly and very clean. I've been in business all my life and have always owned my own home but of course now rent and they are right on the ball. They are very accommodating if there is something you...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Skenesborough Harbor is a senior housing building for persons 62 or older or mobility impaired. Rent is based on income and HUD subsidized. We offer 1 bedroom and studio apartments with an on-site manager and services coordinator. We also have handicapped accessible apartments. We offer a...
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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.
Photo of Brookwood
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.
Photo of Washington Elms
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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Vista Senior Living
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.
Photo of Glen At Hiland Meadow
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.
Photo of The Willows
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Dorset, VT

The average cost of senior living in Dorset is $3,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutland, VT with an average of $1,265 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset, VT vs. nearby cities

Dorset, VT
$3,657/mo
$1,265/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset, VT vs. the state and national average

Dorset, VT
$3,657/mo
$5,355/mo
U.S. national average
$4,000/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dorset vs. other types of senior living

$4,945/mo
Independent Living
$3,657/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dorset, VT by room type

Semi-Private
$3,926/mo
Studio
$6,394/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,311/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,649/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,467/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dorset over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dorset

Recent reviews for independent living in Dorset

The Landing at Queensbury

3.8
Everyone is friendly and respectful. It's been a pleasure up to this point. I don't see any problem with the food but my parents are used to their own home cooking. They don't complain about it anymore.

Diamond Ridge in Troy, NY

2.8
My loved one is currently a resident at Holiday Diamond Ridge and overall it has been a good experience so far. They are currently redoing the common areas, so those should be nicely updated. If the food improves, which they are working on, then Holiday Diamond Ridge would be great!

Sweetwood of Williamstown

4.8
The best part about the community IS that; community, and a generally relaxed relationship to the staff. At Sweetwood of Williamstown, the people definitely care, which is WAY MORE than many assisted living facilities can say.

Dorset independent living services and amenities

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

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorset independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorset, VTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.9%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.8%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
23.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17.8%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorset independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19.8%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
12.9%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorset independent 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 independent living communities in Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.8%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.9%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.9%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25.7%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.7%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31.7%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.8%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.8%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.8%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
27.7%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.8%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
26.7%
45.4%
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