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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dartmouth, MA

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Dartmouth is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 17 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dartmouth, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dartmouth is about $6,327, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 121 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dartmouth, MA

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Photo of The Cottages at Dartmouth Village
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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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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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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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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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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.
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: 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.
At Heritage at Dartmouth, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle in our Assisted Living facility. This lively community supports each resident's independence, while also offering personalized health care services if they're ever needed.
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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.
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: 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.
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
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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.
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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.
Photo of SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Fall River
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...

Cost of nursing homes in Dartmouth, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dartmouth is $6,327 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,969 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Dartmouth, MA, vs. nearby cities

Dartmouth, MA
$6,327/mo

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

Dartmouth, MA
$6,327/mo
U.S. national average
$4,941/mo

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

$6,223/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,327/mo

Nursing homes costs in Dartmouth, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,095/mo
Studio
$6,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,248/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,995/mo

Senior living costs in Dartmouth 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: Dartmouth, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDartmouth, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Nursing Homes$6,327/mo$7,230/mo$4,941/mo
Assisted Living$6,223/mo$7,224/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$6,223/mo$7,230/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living$5,929/mo$6,341/mo$4,156/mo
Nursing Homes
Dartmouth, MA:$6,327/mo
Massachusetts:$7,230/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Assisted Living
Dartmouth, MA:$6,223/mo
Massachusetts:$7,224/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Dartmouth, MA:$6,223/mo
Massachusetts:$7,230/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Dartmouth, MA:$5,929/mo
Massachusetts:$6,341/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Dartmouth, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Dartmouth 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.

Dartmouth, MAMA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Dartmouth, MA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Dartmouth 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
Dartmouth, MA$9,295/mo$7,317/mo+27.0%
Massachusetts$7,226/mo$6,930/mo+4.3%
National$5,427/mo$5,128/mo+5.8%
Dartmouth, MA
2024 average cost:$9,295/mo
2023 average cost:$7,317/mo
Percent change:+27.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,226/mo
2023 average cost:$6,930/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,427/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dartmouth

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dartmouth

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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Dartmouth nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dartmouth nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dartmouth, 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 Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
50%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
58.3%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
50%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.3%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
16.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dartmouth, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
25%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
25%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Cottages at Dartmouth Village, Atria Fairhaven and Autumn Glen at Dartmouth are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dartmouth, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 17 nursing homes facilities near Dartmouth, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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