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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Yarmouth, MA
If you’re looking for assisted living in South Yarmouth, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in South Yarmouth or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in South Yarmouth.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in South Yarmouth for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 11 assisted living facilities in the South Yarmouth area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
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55 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
53 reviews
The independent living here has been wonderful. Both the staff and the residents loving here have been very friendly and caring.
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.
At Maplewood at Mayflower Place, you will find the nautical spirit and coastal charm of Cape Cod. Settled on 40 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, you can relax, breathe the fresh ocean air and enjoy the good things in life. Our continuing care retirement community is minutes from a variety...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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44 Floor plans available
9.7
Review score
40 reviews
They need to do a better job of accommodating family members in the dining room on holidays such as Thanksgiving. Spots for family members are too few and get taken too quickly. Visiting family members...
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.
Located in the heart of Cape Cod, the Mill Hill Residence is the newest addition to the Maplewood at Mayflower Place campus, an award-winning continuing care retirement community with a highly-respected reputation. The Mill Hill Residence continues Maplewood's unwavering commitment to quality,...
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22 Floor plans available
9.7
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24 reviews
Definitely a supportive community and would strongly recommend.Thirwood Place has been the perfect choice for my Mother-in-law!
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.
Thirwood Place is nestled on over 45 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, surrounded by wooded conservation land and overlooking scenic Flax Pond. While offering seclusion among these natural surroundings, Thirwood is conveniently located only minutes away from shopping, churches, medical...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.9
Review score
53 reviews
We are very happy with our parent's successful transition to the maplewood community. There are so many varied activities each day to enjoy, but most importantly a cheerful, very engaged, and extremely...
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.
Maplewood at Brewster will provide a healthy, invigorating environment for all seniors, as well as specialized assistance for those in need of memory care. The heart of Maplewood is embodied through an approach to assisted living that offers premier care to seniors who need some support in their...
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9.1
Review score
35 reviews
Front desk staff is always friendly & helpful. Moving in was easy. The place is super clean & the housekeeper in memory care unit is wonderful. She goes out of her way to talk to the residents. The...
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.
Home Sweet HomeDo you want more free time to explore new hobbies, deepen your friendships and spend more time with the people you love? If so, our assisted living and memory care community is ready to welcome you home. Nestled in the beautiful coastal community of Hyannis, Maine, you can enjoy...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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22 Floor plans available
7.2
Review score
12 reviews
We would recommend it. We had an excellent experience. We picked this community, because it was close to family, a small facility, and had memory care only.
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.
Harbor Point at Centerville is the first residential assisted living community on Cape Cod exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. The Harbor...
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I can not say enough about this place and everything they have done for my mother while she has been in their care. The staff are very caring people with great hearts and remain professional in their work....
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.
Charming surroundings, a friendly attentive staff, and personalized services...there's no better place to call home! Ideally located in the historic seaside village of Harwich, The Royal provides everything you need to live comfortably and securely, without worry. Stroll our beautifully...
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 South Yarmouth, MA
The average cost of senior living in South Yarmouth is $7,419 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,333 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Yarmouth, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Yarmouth, MA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Yarmouth
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Yarmouth
Atria Woodbriar in Falmouth, MA
4.4
I think Atria Woodbriar is a beautiful place. The people that live there seem to be very nice. There's also a lot of good food choices.
Mill Hill Residence in West Yarmouth, MA
4.0
For me it's perfect with my wife here. The concierge staff are excellent. It's a well run place. It is a very friendly place. [name removed] was great. Maintenance is right on top of things.
South Yarmouth review score based on 98 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 98 reviews of 8 South Yarmouth assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Yarmouth 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
South Yarmouth review score compared against nearby cities
9.3
South Yarmouth, MA8 facilities
9.1
Northwest Harwich, MA11 facilities
9.0
Harwich Center, MA10 facilities
Review subcategories for South Yarmouth 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 98 reviews of 8 South Yarmouth assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Yarmouth 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.South Yarmouth, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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South Yarmouth assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Yarmouth assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Yarmouth, 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 South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Yarmouth, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.5%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
87.5%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Yarmouth, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Yarmouth, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Yarmouth 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 South Yarmouth offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Yarmouth, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
50%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.5%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Yarmouth
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 South Yarmouth protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Maplewood at Brewster and Mill Hill Residence are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Yarmouth, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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