Assisted Living Facilities in Dartmouth, Massachusetts

We found 25 assisted living facilities near Dartmouth, MA. Read reviews, check ratings and pricing, get contact information, and learn about senior living options, amenities, and events offered by browsing the Dartmouth assisted living providers listed below.

25 Dartmouth, Massachusetts, Assisted Living Facilities
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  1.  41114
    4.0
    Emeritus at Dartmouth Village
    Dartmouth, MA 02747
    "I visited Emeritus in Dartmouth and the staff there were very wonderful in providing information ..." more

  2.  34817
    0.0
    Atria Fairhaven
    Fairhaven, MA 02719
    "Atria Fairhaven is an inviting senior community located in a charming seaside town. Residents g..." more


  3. 0.0
    Autumn Glen at Dartmouth
    North Dartmouth, MA 02747

  4. 0.0
    The Oaks
    New Bedford, MA 02745

  5. 0.0
    Landmark at Fall River
    Fall River, MA 02721

  6.  50488
    4.0
    Sakonnet Bay Retirement Living
    Tiverton, RI 02878
    "After touring and researching many many assisted living facilities in the MA/RI area, this was th..." more

  7. Somerset Ridge
    Somerset, MA 02726


  8. Clifton Assisted Living
    Somerset, MA 02725

  9.  35956
    3.7
    Atria Aquidneck Place
    Portsmouth, RI 02871
    "This is a beautiful facility, however the turnover in the management staff is unbelivable. Since..." more

  10. Heritage at Falmouth
    Falmouth, MA 02540


  11.  35332
    0.0
    Atria Woodbriar
    Falmouth, MA 02540
    "Atria Woodbriar is a unique, family-style senior community in the heart of New England. Invite ..." more

  12. 0.0
    Warren Center
    Warren, RI 02885

  13. Grand Islander
    Middletown, RI 02842


  14.  58448
    4.0
    Blenheim-Newport
    Middletown, RI 02842
    "The facility was nice and the staff was very attentive when I took a tour. The rooms were spaciou..." more


  15. 0.0
    Life Care at Home of Massachusetts
    East Taunton, MA 02718


  16. 0.0
    Life Care Center of Raynham
    Raynham, MA 02767

  17.  2851
    4.3
    East Bay Retirement Living
    East Providence, RI 02915
    "East Bay Manor in East Providence, Rhode Island is a very nice facility for you to consider when ..." more

  18.  34590
    0.0
    Atria Bay Spring Village
    Barrington, RI 02806
    "At Atria Bay Spring Village, you’ll find a picturesque senior community with a vibrant social..." more

  19. 0.0
    Life Care Center of West Bridgewater
    West Bridgewater, MA 02379

CaringScore

Overview HealthScore: 4.7 CostScore: 2.2 LivabilityScore: 4.4
3.8
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CaringScore for Dartmouth, MA

CaringScore was designed to help millions of Americans find the best places to retire, age in place, or receive eldercare. The CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Dartmouth was based on more than 50 factors in three key categories: health, cost, and livability. By compiling and analyzing this data, Caring.com is able to rate the quality of life you or a loved one might expect should you choose assisted living facilities in Dartmouth.

CaringScore can range from 1 (worst) to 10 (best), and provides a quick way to compare cities, counties, and even specific zip codes. With a CaringScore of 3.8, Dartmouth rates below average for those seeking assisted living facilities.

The charts below highlight a few of the factors we used to calculate the CaringScore for Dartmouth. Choose a category score to learn more.

4.7
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HealthScore for Dartmouth, MA

HealthScore, a component of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Dartmouth, rates a region on a scale of 1 (less healthful) to 10 (more healthful). It's specifically tailored to anyone looking for assisted living facilities. The HealthScore for Dartmouth is based on the availability of healthcare resources, air and water quality, the overall health of the local population, and other key factors. With a HealthScore of 4.7, Dartmouth is on par with the national average for those seeking assisted living facilities.

Easy access to physicians -- especially geriatricians and other key specialists -- is important to older adults. At just 141.2 physicians per capita, Dartmouth trails the national average by 36.0 percent. Dartmouth trails the national average in geriatricians per capita by 30.8 percent, with 0.9, and scores 28.2 percent below the national average in specialists per capita, with 14. These medical specialists include cardiologists, oncologists, and orthopedists. The average life expectancy from birth in Dartmouth is 78.7 years -- 1.0 percent higher than most of the country. The average life expectancy from birth in Dartmouth is 78.7 years -- 1.0 percent higher than most of the country. and water quality -- another key measure of Dartmouth's environmental health -- trails the national average by 14.5 percent.

Doctors Per Capita Dartmouth, MA Nat'l Avg
Physicians 141.2 220.5
Geriatricians 0.9 1.3
Cardiologists 4.7 7.7
Oncologists 2.2 3.5
Orthopedists 6.2 7
2.2
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CostScore for Dartmouth, MA

CostScore, part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Dartmouth, rates the cost of living for older adults on a scale of 1 (more expensive) to 10 (less expensive). It's specifically tailored to people looking for assisted living facilities. The CostScore for Dartmouth is based on data such as the average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in the region, the cost of housing and healthcare, regional tax rates, and other key factors. With a CostScore of 2.2, the costs associated with assisted living facilities in Dartmouth are generally more expensive than the national average.

The average monthly cost for assisted living facilities in Dartmouth is $6,500 , which is 99.3 percent more expensive than the rest of the country. Overall, the cost of living for Dartmouth indexes at 35.0 percent higher than the national average. Average healthcare costs are 15.0 percent more expensive than the national average, and the cost of housing is 72.0 percent more expensive than average.

Cost of Living Dartmouth, MA
Aggregate Index 135
Healthcare Index 115
Housing Index 172
Food Index 111
Utilities Index 130
Transportation Index 106
4.4
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LivabilityScore for Dartmouth, MA

LivabilityScore makes up part of the overall CaringScore for assisted living facilities in Dartmouth. On a scale of 1 (less livable) to 10 (more livable), it's a rating of the quality of life in a region, specifically tailored to those looking for assisted living facilities. The LivabilityScore for Dartmouth is based on weather, crime rates, economic factors, average age of the population, and other key demographics. With a LivabilityScore of 4.4, Dartmouth rates below average for assisted living facilities.

Weather is an important factor in choosing the best place for assisted living facilities. The sun shines an average of 201 days each year in Dartmouth, which is about average in the U.S. With an average temperature of 24°F in January, winters tend to be milder in Dartmouth than in other parts of the country, and summers are often more temperate than other places, averaging 81°F in July.

Local crime rates are another important indicator. The violent crime rate in Dartmouth is 25.0 percent higher than the national average, and the property crime rate is 25.0 percent higher than average. At $67,094 per year, the population of Dartmouth earns a better than average median household income. Dartmouth has an unemployment rate of 10.20 percent, roughly 12.1 percent higher than the national average. And about 15.75 percent of the population in Dartmouth is of retirement age -- 65 or older -- which exceeds the national average by 19.7 percent.

Amenities Per Capita Dartmouth "Nat'l Avg"
Parks 2.6 136.1
Libraries 5.3 18.8
Places of Worship 51.3 220.5
Public Transit 294.5 110.4
Grocery Stores 20.3 97.7
Pharmacies 5.8 13.8

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