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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Vermont is $11,314, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Dover area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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Cost of memory care in Dover, VT

The average cost of senior living in Vermont is $11,314 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Vermont vs. 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 state: Vermont

Column national: U.S.

Column costDifference: Cost difference

Community type	Vermont	U.S.	Cost difference
Memory Care	$11,314/mo	$6,999/mo	61.7% above national median
Assisted Living	$7,886/mo	$5,830/mo	35.3% above national median
Independent Living	$4,139/mo	$3,520/mo	17.6% above national median

Memory Care

Vermont:$11,314/mo

U.S.:$6,999/mo

Cost difference:61.7% above national median

Assisted Living

Vermont:$7,886/mo

U.S.:$5,830/mo

Cost difference:35.3% above national median

Independent Living

Vermont:$4,139/mo

U.S.:$3,520/mo

Cost difference:17.6% above national median

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What families are saying about memory care in Dover

Recent reviews for memory care in Dover

Eddy Memory Care at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY

5.0

I've been very happy with the care my mom received at Hawthorne Ridge. Specifically, you kept her safe. I know too well how devastating the past 20 months have been and was impressed with the hard work of the team there. You've done a remarkable job.

Linda Manor Assisted Living in Leeds, MA

5.0

The staff is very nice and friendly, They also get to know the resident's and family members' names. The food is good and they are very accommodating and will make sure that the residents eat. The activities are great and they change it all the time. I would recommend this community to others ...

Broadview Assisted Living in Winchendon, MA

4.0

The staff at Broadview Assisted Living gave a wonderful tour of the community. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. It just was not a good fit as my in-laws are still very active and do not need the extra assistance.

Dover review score based on 116 family reviews

7.7

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This proprietary review score is based on 116 reviews of 67 Dover memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.

The Dover 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

Dover review score compared against nearby cities

7.7

Dover, VT67 facilities

7.8

Bennington, VT72 facilities

7.9

Hartford, VT46 facilities

Review subcategories for Dover 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 116 reviews of 67 Dover memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dover 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.

Dover, VT averageNational average

Cleanliness

4.1

3.7

Friendliness

4.2

3.8

Care services

3.7

3.5

Staff

4.0

3.7

Meals & dining

3.7

3.4

Activities

3.8

3.3

Value for cost*

3.8

3.4

0.01.02.03.04.05.0

*Learn more about cost details

Dover memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dover, 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 Dover 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 Dover that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.

Dover, VTNational

Full medication management

40.3%

63.8%

Doctor on call

20.9%

47.2%

24-Hour awake staff

97%

82.2%

Diabetic care

100%

98.2%

*Visiting health care professionals

49.3%

69.9%

Home care agency on-site

11.9%

28.4%

Non-ambulatory care

98.5%

89.4%

Respite or short term stays

40.3%

59.1%

Hospice available on-site

52.2%

69.5%

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 Dover 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 Dover Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.

Dover, VTNational

Dementia behaviors care

44.8%

72.2%

Specialized memory care training for staff

26.9%

45.6%

Secured community and/or wander guard

35.8%

68%

Memory care only community

7.5%

26.2%

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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dover 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 Dover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.

Dover, VTNational

Nutritionist / dietician

26.9%

28%

Low / no sodium

47.8%

44.8%

No sugar

46.3%

41.4%

Vegetarian

35.8%

50.4%

Pureed meals

10.4%

22.8%

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Availability of select dining options in Dover 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 Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.

Dover, VTNational

Professional chef

38.8%

32.1%

Restaurant style dining

41.8%

40.1%

Room service

29.9%

37.6%

Anytime dining

13.4%

23%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dover 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 Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.

Dover, VTNational

Activity director

47.8%

45.5%

Pet-focused programs

25.4%

33.2%

Community service programs

26.9%

29%

Devotional activities on-site

41.8%

53.2%

Parties / BBQs / happy hour

47.8%

51.1%

Outings / off-site activities

49.3%

59.7%

Piano or organ

44.8%

39.7%

Arts and crafts center

40.3%

35.8%

Educational speakers / life long learning

40.3%

36.8%

Clubs / games / karaoke

46.3%

47.1%

Live performances

46.3%

47.3%

Dances

29.9%

32.1%

Fitness center

19.4%

22.4%

Fitness classes

47.8%

46.3%

0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Dover

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 Vermont memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Dover protect seniors.

Learn about Vermont memory care regulations Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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