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10 Best Independent Living Communities in South Dorset, VT
The cost of independent living in South Dorset is about $3,657 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 115 options. Read 493 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 Bennington, Manchester and Greenwich.
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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.
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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What a nice place. Everyone is so friendly and knows my Mom by name. There are lots of activities and the food is great! We are so lucky to have found this place!
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.
The Village at Cedar Hill is an assisted living community in Windsor, Windsor County, Vermont. Windsor sits next to the Connecticut River and is home to part of Mount Ascutney. There are rivers, lakes, and mountains to explore and enjoy in Windsor. Residents of The Village at Cedar Hill and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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: 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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
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.
Cost of independent living in South Dorset, VT
The average cost of senior living in South Dorset is $3,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutland, VT with an average of $1,265 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Dorset, VT vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Dorset, VT vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in South Dorset
Recent reviews for independent living in South 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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Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY
4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.
Summit at Saratoga in Saratoga Springs, NY
5.0
I've had a great experience with Summit at Saratoga. The staff was very helpful with the move. It's a friendly community, and they offer a lot of activities.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across various communities, such as Holiday Diamond Ridge and The Atrium. Residents and their families appreciate the warmth and care shown towards them.
Wide range of activities. Communities like Holiday Glenville and American House offer a variety of activities tailored to residents' interests, including exercise classes, social events, and field trips. This keeps residents engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, with mentions of well-kept grounds, recently renovated common areas, and freshly painted and furnished apartments.
Social atmosphere. Many communities foster a sense of community and socialization, with residents engaging in activities together and welcoming newcomers. Examples include regular events and meal times at Holiday at the Atrium and American House.
Caring and compassionate caregivers. Several reviews express gratitude for the compassionate and understanding care provided by staff members at communities like Diamond Ridge and The Gables, ensuring residents' needs are met with dignity and respect.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Fresh, well-prepared meals are a common theme in positive reviews for communities like Holiday Glenville and American House. Residents enjoy the variety and quality of meals, providing a daily highlight for many.
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South Dorset independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Dorset independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South 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 South 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 South Dorset 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
13.5%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
24%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.3%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in South 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 South Dorset communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.2%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.1%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
13.5%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
2.9%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South 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 South Dorset offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
26%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.5%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.4%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
26%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.7%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.6%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
24%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.1%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.3%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.8%
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Holiday Glenville, Elderwood Village at Colonie and American House Keene are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Dorset, Vermont. See full list of communities.
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