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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Dorset, VT
The cost of independent living in North Dorset is about $4,121 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 83 options. Read 340 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Rutland, Manchester and Dorset.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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We had to move our mom last year, during COVID restrictions to a Memory Care residence. We searched for several months in the Central Vermont area and could not find a place that we thought was suitable and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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.
As an integral part of the Hillside Village Keene Life Plan Retirement community, The Prospect-Woodward Health Center is a not-for-profit community, offering Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care in Keene NH. Prospect-Woodward is made up of 43 attractive, newly built, private assisted...
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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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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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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It's my home, I cannot be in my own home anymore and this is now "my home." I no longer have to do laundry, cook 3 meals a day, floors windows and work. I love children and always had mine and the neighbors...
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.
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.
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I really love it here at these senior apartments. Everything has worked out very well for me here. They do a very good job with keeping the community, the grounds are well maintained as well. There isn't...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Quail Hollow Senior LivingNestled on its own 39-acre valley Quall hollow senior housing offers a pristine setting for your new senior apartment home in Lebanon, Grafton County, New Hampshire. The architecture is designed to reflect a traditional New England village that gives a community...
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
ENJOY LIFE … with less responsibility in Saratoga County! Carlton Hollow Apartments, a 55+ active adult community, combines upscale apartment living with amenities and programs that offer fun, wellness, and fitness year-round. At Carlton, our community offers plenty of opportunities for wellness...
Cost of independent living in North Dorset, VT
The average cost of senior living in North Dorset is $4,121 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutland, VT with an average of $2,561 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Dorset, VT vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in North Dorset
Recent reviews for independent living in North Dorset
Valley Terrace in White River Junction, VT
5.0
While driving around Vt. and passing by Valley Terrace Assisted Living I noticed how welcoming the flowers on the balconies were. Time passed and my daughter introduced me to several assisted living facilities. With encouragement from my family I moved into Valley Terrace as it was a small ...
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The Mansion at South Union in Cambridge, NY
5.0
I could not find anyplace that would take both my patents who need daily care. I met with Elizabeth who was just wonderful. We managed to work out finances that worked for us.
The staff is wonderful. The building is dated and they are working on that but it is immaculate and a very homelike ...
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Danforth Adult Care Center in Hoosick Falls, NY
5.0
For the level of care that they provide I think Danforth Adult Care is an excellent place, but it won't be the best fit for everyone. They are an assisted living facility, so if your loved one does not need to be watched closely and just needs some general assistance this is a very nice place. ...
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North Dorset independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Dorset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Dorset, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Dorset independent living
Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Dorset partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Dorset, VTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
27.8%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.8%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
8.6%
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Availability of select dining options in North Dorset independent living
Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Dorset, VTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.8%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.6%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
17.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.8%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Dorset independent 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 independent living communities in North Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Dorset, VTNational
Activity director
Activity director
27.8%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.2%
27.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.5%
32.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29.1%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.7%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29.1%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.6%
37.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25.3%
40.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.1%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.5%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.7%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.6%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Summit at Saratoga, Sweetwood of Williamstown and Summit at Halfmoon are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Dorset, Vermont. See full list of communities.
There are 83 independent living facilities near North Dorset, Vermont. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in North Dorset, Vermont is Diamond Ridge. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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