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10 Best Nursing Homes in Dalton, MA

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Dalton is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 10 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Dalton, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Dalton is about $5,524, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 26 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Dalton, MA

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I would recommend them. They have a good community. We picked this community because, she liked it better. The other places were a little stuffy. The staff are very friendly and courteous.
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.
The award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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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.
Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, Craneville Place of Dalton offers a serene country setting, but is still just a few miles from downtown Pittsfield and Berkshire Medical Center. Privately owned and operated, our 89 bed skilled nursing and rehab center offers a comprehensive continuum of...
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My Dad has been at Springside in Pittsfield for the last 2 weeks. I must say I feel he is being taken care of very well. they are short staffed like everywhere else. [names removed] at the front door has...
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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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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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Cost of nursing homes in Dalton, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dalton is $5,524 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Green Ridge Park, MA with an average of $5,126 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dalton, MA vs. nearby cities

Dalton, MA
$5,524/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dalton, MA vs. the state and national average

Dalton, MA
$5,524/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Dalton vs. other types of senior living

$4,921/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,524/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Dalton, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,138/mo
Studio
$6,560/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,550/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,915/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,500/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Dalton over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Dalton

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Dalton

Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place in Pittsfield, MA

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We are very happy with Wingate. The staff members make a point of knowing everyone's name immediately on arrival, which is really comforting. The activities are great, varied and interesting. The meals are good but could use a bit of an update. Fresh vegetables and grains for example. It's been ...
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Linda Manor Assisted Living in Leeds, MA

5.0
My mother has be living at Linda Manor since November, 2022 and has been very happy since her very first day. The building is beautifully decorated, bright, airy and above all, clean. The staff there have been very helpful to mom and us, her family. Mom feels loved by everyone there and is so ...
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Dalton nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dalton nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dalton, 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 Dalton 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 Dalton that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dalton, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.4%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
28.6%
9.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
14.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dalton 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 Dalton Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dalton, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
28.6%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dalton 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 Dalton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dalton, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dalton 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 Dalton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dalton, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dalton 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 Dalton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dalton, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.6%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
28.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, Linda Manor Assisted Living and Kimball Farms, a CCRC are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Dalton, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 10 nursing homes facilities near Dalton, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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