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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Chilmark, MA

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Photo of The Residence at Cedar Dell
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9.4
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32 reviews
9.4
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32 reviews
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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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Photo of Atria Fairhaven
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
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26 reviews
8.7
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26 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
27%
3 star
0%
2 star
4%
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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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1111 Floor plans available
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8.4
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53 reviews
8.4
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53 reviews
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4%
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The Atria staff have been great. Helpful and responsive. And the facility itself is clean and orderly. Definitely worth considering.
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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Falmouth by Jones Pond, Atria Woodbriar has been the area’s senior living provider of choice for more than 20 years. Home to two communities – Atria Woodbriar Place and Atria Woodbriar Park – the campus offers all the comforts of home and discreet,...
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Photo of The Cottages at Dartmouth Village
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8.1
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32 reviews
8.1
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32 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
22%
3 star
9%
2 star
3%
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9%
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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 Laurentide at Mashpee Commons
1010 Photos available
8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
33%
3 star
0%
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0%
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Overall we had a great experience at Laurentide Mashpee Commons. The facility was practically brand new, looked lovely, and it was close enough to my sisters in Sandwich. The only complaint I have is the...
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.
Photo of Whaler's Cove
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7.0
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13 reviews
7.0
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13 reviews
5 star
38%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
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8%
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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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Photo of Cape Cod Senior Residences
44 Photos available
7.0
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5 reviews
7.0
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5 reviews
5 star
40%
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40%
3 star
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I would highly recommend Cape Cod Senior Residences to others. The staff is very caring. The meals were good. And the communication with the family was very good.
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.
Cape Cod Senior Residences is a unique 100% affordable community offering the best value in senior housing on Cape Cod! It is open to individuals 65 years or older whose incomes are at or below 60 percent of the area median income. The creation of Cape Cod Senior Residences was spearheaded by the...
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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.
Photo of Bridges by EPOCH at Mashpee
44 Floor plans available
5 star
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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
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Chilmark, MA

The average cost of senior living in Chilmark is $7,667 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,329 per month.

Memory care costs in Chilmark, MA, vs. nearby cities

Chilmark, MA
$7,667/mo

Memory care costs in Chilmark, MA, vs. state and national averages

Chilmark, MA
$7,667/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Chilmark, MA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,667/mo

Memory care costs in Chilmark, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,241/mo
Studio
$6,681/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,041/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,225/mo

Senior living costs in Chilmark vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Chilmark, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChilmark, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,667/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,667/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$7,220/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Chilmark, MA:$7,667/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Chilmark, MA:$7,667/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Chilmark, MA:$7,220/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Chilmark, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Chilmark 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.

Chilmark, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Chilmark, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Chilmark 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
Chilmark, MA$9,615/mo$8,470/mo+13.5%
Massachusetts$8,189/mo$7,710/mo+6.2%
National$5,815/mo$5,644/mo+3.0%
Chilmark, MA
2024 average cost:$9,615/mo
2023 average cost:$8,470/mo
Percent change:+13.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$8,189/mo
2023 average cost:$7,710/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,815/mo
2023 average cost:$5,644/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Chilmark

Recent reviews for memory care in Chilmark

Whaler's Cove in New Bedford, MA

5.0
Our loved one is well taken care of at the community. She has told us she likes the food. She is a bit down because she has lost a friendly that she chummed with there, but basically she likes it there overall.

Atria Woodbriar in Falmouth, MA

4.6
It is a good community. The staff and residents are friendly and the value for the money is good. Some of the activities that are available are: a movie theater, some social gathering, laughter therapy, trivia, exercise programs, and more for the residents to participate in. The food is good ...
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Atria Woodbriar Terrace (duplicate) in Falmouth, MA

5.0
She loved the food. My mom did mention that she was like a queen staying there. The people, the food. Staff was very attentive to her needs.

Chilmark review score based on 28 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 10 Chilmark memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Chilmark review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Chilmark review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Chilmark, MA10 facilities
8.0
Marion Center, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Chilmark memory care

When memory care 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 28 reviews of 10 Chilmark memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Chilmark resident and family memory care 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.
Chilmark, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.3
Care services
3.4
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.8
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Chilmark memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Chilmark that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chilmark, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chilmark memory care

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 Chilmark Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chilmark, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chilmark memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chilmark partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chilmark, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
70%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Chilmark memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chilmark communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chilmark, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
70%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chilmark memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Chilmark offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chilmark, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
70%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Chilmark

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Chilmark protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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