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10 Best Nursing Homes in Nantucket County, MA

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Nantucket County 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 56 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Nantucket County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Nantucket County is about $7,614, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 394 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Nantucket County, MA

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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: 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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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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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: 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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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
At Tremont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative...
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Cost of nursing homes in Nantucket County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Nantucket County is $7,614 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mattapoisett Center, MA with an average of $6,871 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Nantucket County, MA vs. nearby counties

Nantucket County, MA
$7,614/mo

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

Nantucket County, MA
$7,614/mo
U.S. national average
$4,994/mo

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

$7,630/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,614/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,898/mo
Studio
$7,193/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,742/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,995/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Nantucket County over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Nantucket County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Nantucket County

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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Atria Woodbriar Place in Falmouth, MA

4.9
Following a challenging extended hospital stay our mother has found a home at Atria Woodbriar Park. The entire team from executive management to nursing staff to caregivers met us, answered every question and assured us of compassionate care. Living in another state we count on the assurance of ...
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All American Assisted Living at Wareham

4.9
The staff at All American Assisted Living were awesome, very accommodating and sincere in their service. Unfortunately my sister was not there long as she had to go in the hospital and transferred to a rehab facility to get her back to her baseline which never happened. All American could not ...
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Nantucket County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nantucket County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nantucket County, 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 Nantucket County 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 Nantucket County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Nantucket County, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.5%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.2%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
69.7%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
72.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
69.7%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.5%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nantucket County 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 Nantucket County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nantucket County, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.5%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nantucket County 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 Nantucket County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nantucket County, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.5%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nantucket County 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 Nantucket County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nantucket County, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
39.4%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nantucket County 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 Nantucket County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nantucket County, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.5%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Maplewood at Mayflower Place, Thirwood Place and Maplewood at Brewster are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Nantucket County, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 56 nursing homes facilities near Nantucket County, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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