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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Orleans, MA
Assisted living costs in Orleans average about $7,536 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 40 communities in Orleans. Our detailed directory has 602 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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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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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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 Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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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I have been very satisfied with the staff and the care at Bridges. It's a very nice facility. It's neat, clean, modern, and well cared for.
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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 Pembroke is a memory care assisted living community located in Plymouth 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 designed...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Orleans, MA
The average cost of senior living in Orleans is $7,536 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Acushnet Center, MA with an average of $6,426 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Orleans, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Orleans
Recent reviews for assisted living in Orleans
Atria Fairhaven
4.7
Atria Fairhaven is great! For the quick decision that had to be made, it has worked out for us. The people are extremely friendly, both the residents and the staff. The staff has been very helpful in making the transition, for both my loved one and for our family. As with any place, it takes ...
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Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield, MA
4.5
It was expensive, but my mother had a positive experience there. Toward end of life, my mother was often challenging. The staff had the ability to roll with that. A majority of the employees really had their heart in it. We very rarely ran into red tape. We always felt there was an open door ...
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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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Warm and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities. For instance, at The Inn at Silver Lake, one reviewer notes, 'The staff are always keeping the residents active and engaged.', while at Atria Woodbriar Place, another resident praises the staff for bei ...
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Varied activities and engaging events. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities and events offered at communities. At Mill Hill Residence, one resident appreciates the 'varied style of the apartments, the meals, and the activities', and at Maplewood at Brewster, another resident loves the 'activities program [that] has someth ...
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Reasonable communication with families. Families value clear and consistent communication from their loved ones' communities. For example, at Mill Hill Residence, a family member expresses gratitude for the 'great communication' with staff, and at Cape Cod Senior Residences, another resident's family appreciates that 'staff quickl ...
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Safe and comfortable living spaces. Safety and comfort are top priorities for residents and their families. At Maplewood at Mayflower Place, one resident notes, 'I have been taking advantage of the activities and the setting to stay active with my new friends', and at Maplewood at Brewster, another resident feels relieved know ...
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Delicious and diverse dining options. Quality food is a significant factor in overall resident satisfaction. At Mill Hill Residence, one resident enjoys the 'dining room and cuisine', while at Maplewood at Brewster, another resident compliments the staff for providing a '5 star dining experience.'
Supportive and respectful care. Residents and their families appreciate the care and respect shown to them by community staff. For instance, at Mill Hill Residence, one reviewer notes, 'They really treated my dad with kindness and respect.', and at Atria Woodbriar Place, another resident's family praises the staff for trea ...
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Orleans review score based on 148 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 148 reviews of 34 Orleans assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Orleans 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
Orleans review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Orleans 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 148 reviews of 34 Orleans assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Orleans 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.Orleans, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Orleans assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Orleans assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Orleans, 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 Orleans 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 Orleans that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Orleans, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.6%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.5%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Orleans 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 Orleans Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Orleans, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.8%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Orleans 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 Orleans partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Orleans, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.1%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
61.8%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
61.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Orleans 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 Orleans communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Orleans, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.5%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Orleans 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 Orleans offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Orleans, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
76.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.8%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.5%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
64.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.5%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
73.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
58.8%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.5%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Orleans
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 Orleans protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Thirwood Place and Maplewood at Brewster are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Orleans, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 40 assisted living facilities near Orleans, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Orleans, Massachusetts are Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Maplewood at Brewster and Mill Hill Residence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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