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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dover, MA
Assisted living costs in Dover average about $7,002 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 58 communities in Dover. Our detailed directory has 665 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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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.
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 Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
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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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Dover, MA
The average cost of senior living in Dover is $7,002 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Attleborough, MA with an average of $6,055 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dover, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dover, MA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dover, MA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dover, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dover
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dover
Scandinavian Living Center in West Newton, MA
4.8
The whole place has a very friendly atmosphere. SLC offers a lot of programs that are open to people who live in the surrounding community, so the residents feel like they are still part of the community. The food is very good.
I would recommend Scandinavian Living Center to others.
Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA
4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.
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Caring and communicative staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Sunrise of Newton, staff members go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and keep families informed. At Maplewood at Weston, the staff's dedication and warmth are noted as s ...
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Flexible dining options. Residents appreciate the flexibility and variety in dining options at their communities. At The Residence at Paine Estate, the facility offers a variable menu and accommodates special orders. At Cornerstone at Canton, meals are so-so but there are always basic options available. Some communi ...
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Welcoming and homey atmosphere. Communities that create a warm and inviting environment stand out in reviews. At Maplewood at Weston, the homey atmosphere and sense of community are noted as major reasons for the positive experience. At The Branches of Framingham, the clean and comfortable facilities are designed to feel l ...
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Great food and meals. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Scandinavian Living Center, the food is very good, and residents look forward to meals. At Cornerstone at Canton, the meals are so-so but there are always basic options a ...
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Effective care coordination. Families appreciate clear communication and effective care coordination between their loved ones and their community's staff. At Sunrise of Newton, the staff works hard to bring parties together for coordinated care. At Maplewood at Weston, the care is well-adjusted for each resident's needs ...
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Variety of activities and engagement opportunities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at their communities, fostering socializing and engagement. At Maplewood at Weston, there are activities for residents with different interests, and they are constant throughout the week. At The Branches of Framingham, my mom has made many ...
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Dover review score based on 159 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 55 Dover assisted living 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 assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Review subcategories for Dover assisted living
When assisted living 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 159 reviews of 55 Dover assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dover resident and family assisted living 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, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Dover assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dover assisted living 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 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 Dover that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dover, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.2%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.1%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dover 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 Dover Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dover, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
50.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.2%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dover 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 Dover partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dover, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.5%
39.7%
No sugar
No sugar
52.7%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dover 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 Dover communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dover, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
56.4%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.8%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
50.9%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
41.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dover 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 Dover offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dover, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
69.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.3%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.8%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.5%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.3%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
67.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.5%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.3%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dover
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dover protect seniors.
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