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10 Best Nursing Homes in Nantucket, MA

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Nantucket 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 34 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Nantucket, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Nantucket is about $7,605, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 374 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Nantucket, 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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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.
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: 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, MA

The average cost of senior living in Nantucket is $7,605 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mattapoisett Center, MA with an average of $6,844 per month.

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

Nantucket, MA
$7,607/mo

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

Nantucket, MA
$7,607/mo
U.S. national average
$4,985/mo

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

$7,622/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,607/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,189/mo
Studio
$7,181/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,196/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,195/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,995/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Nantucket over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Nantucket

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Nantucket

Maplewood at Brewster

4.9
We are very happy with our parent's successful transition to the maplewood community. There are so many varied activities each day to enjoy, but most importantly a cheerful, very engaged, and extremely helpful staff at all levels of care.

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

4.8
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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Nantucket nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nantucket nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nantucket, 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 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 that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Nantucket, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
47.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.6%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.6%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
73.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.9%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
70.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.1%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nantucket 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 Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Nantucket, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.2%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nantucket 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 partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nantucket, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
44.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.2%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Nantucket 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 communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nantucket, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.2%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
29.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nantucket 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 offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nantucket, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.2%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.2%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.1%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
47.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.4%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.1%
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 Nantucket, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 34 nursing homes facilities near Nantucket, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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