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10 Best Nursing Homes in Barnstable, MA
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Barnstable nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Barnstable, MA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Barnstable or another care type is right for you. Browse 12 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Barnstable.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Tisbury, Oklahoma Heights and East Chop.
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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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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...
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9.7
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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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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...
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8.4
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7 reviews
The place is smaller than most other places and the staff try hard to be accommodating of my friend's special needs. Initial outlay is costly..but you will get it back.. staff is friendly and helpful they...
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.
Decatur House is located in the heart of beautiful and historic Sandwich Village on Cape Cod. Located minutes from the Sagamore Bridge and Route 6 and 6A, Decatur House is a resident-focused, fully licensed assisted living community offering ample personalized care by a highly professional and...
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8.0
Review score
5 reviews
Laurentide saved my loved one's life. They were a gift from God during an incredibly difficult time. My loved one was here for a short stay after a hospital stay, and this gave my loved one some additional...
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.
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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
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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.
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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8.0
Review score
17 reviews
There have been a few hiccups along the way but overall a decent and more importantly a safe place for my dad to reside. I would recommend to others.
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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee is a memory care assisted living community located in Barnstable 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...
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.
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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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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: Nursing Homes
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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 nursing homes in Barnstable, MA
The average cost of senior living in Barnstable is $7,488 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,603 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Barnstable, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Barnstable, MA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Barnstable
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Barnstable
Laurelwood at The Pinehills in Plymouth, MA
5.0
The staff is very nice. I feel reassured that my loved one is safe, has people to talk to, and things to do.
Some of the activities include yoga, movies, games, happy hour, field trips, and more for the residents to choose from. The community has transportation to mass services, and doctor ...
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All American Assisted Living at Wareham
3.0
All American has been terrific to work with. We needed to place our Dad in very short timing. The facility, from the administrator to the nurses, dining room assistants, housekeeping staff....everyone has been pleasant and helpful. I would highly recommend All American Assisted Living in Wareham ...
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Stafford Hill in Plymouth, MA
4.1
They are very friendly, welcoming and have several activities.
The biggest problem is staffing turnover.
My Mother in law says the lunches are fantastic but the dinner is complete opposite and she does not like it at all.
Overall is a very nice place for her.
Barnstable nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barnstable nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barnstable, 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 Barnstable nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Barnstable that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barnstable, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.7%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Barnstable nursing homes
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 Barnstable Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barnstable, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barnstable nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barnstable partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barnstable, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.7%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
58.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barnstable nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barnstable communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barnstable, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Barnstable nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Barnstable offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barnstable, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.3%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Maplewood at Brewster and Mill Hill Residence are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Barnstable, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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