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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wellfleet, MA
Wellfleet 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 67 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Wellfleet, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Wellfleet is about $7,512, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 749 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Cost of nursing homes in Wellfleet, MA
The average cost of senior living in Wellfleet is $7,512 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newcomb Hollow, MA with an average of $6,272 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Wellfleet
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wellfleet
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 Hanson
4.9
They are very kind caring and helpful. Everyone there knew me and my children always asked how we are and when my dad passed some staff reached out to send condolences and hugs
Atria Fairhaven
4.0
Friendly, helpful, go above and beyond to make sure the resident feels like they belong.
Would have gave a 5 but price wise it was a little too much.
Wellfleet nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wellfleet nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wellfleet, 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 Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.5%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
82.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
74.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.9%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.9%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.2%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.6%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.4%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
47.1%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wellfleet, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wellfleet 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 Wellfleet offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wellfleet, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.1%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
54.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
41.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.9%
0.4%
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