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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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8.1
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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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99 Floor plans available
8.7
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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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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...
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Cost of assisted living in Dartmouth, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dartmouth is $5,808 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,329 per month.

Assisted living costs in Dartmouth, MA, vs. nearby cities

Dartmouth, MA
$5,808/mo

Assisted living costs in Dartmouth, MA, vs. state and national averages

Dartmouth, MA
$5,808/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Dartmouth, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,808/mo
$5,808/mo

Assisted living costs in Dartmouth, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,205/mo
Studio
$6,714/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,648/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,557/mo

Senior living costs in Dartmouth 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: Dartmouth, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDartmouth, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$5,808/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,808/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,481/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dartmouth, MA:$5,808/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Dartmouth, MA:$5,808/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Dartmouth, MA:$5,481/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Dartmouth, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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

Assisted living cost trends in Dartmouth, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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$5,973/mo$7,193/mo-17.0%
Massachusetts$6,266/mo$5,897/mo+6.3%
National$4,835/mo$4,636/mo+4.3%
Dartmouth, MA
2024 average cost:$5,973/mo
2023 average cost:$7,193/mo
Percent change:-17.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$6,266/mo
2023 average cost:$5,897/mo
Percent change:+6.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,835/mo
2023 average cost:$4,636/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dartmouth, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Dartmouth.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dartmouth

Recent reviews for assisted living 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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Whaler's Cove in New Bedford, MA

5.0
Thanks to A Place for Mom, we found out about Whaler’s Cove and we recently moved a family member into one of their spacious studio apartments. She is very happy and so are we. The staff is professional and very caring. Moving there was the right decision for our family. The food is excellent ...
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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 assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dartmouth assisted living 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 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 Dartmouth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
66.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dartmouth 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 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
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dartmouth, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
83.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dartmouth 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 Dartmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dartmouth, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dartmouth

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dartmouth protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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