Dartmouth is a coastal town in Massachusetts that is home to 34,005 residents. Of these residents, 20.2% are seniors aged 65 and older, which is higher than the national average of 16.5%. Despite an overall cost of living higher than the national average, the cost of health care is significantly lower — making Dartmouth a great choice for seniors seeking affordable health care. The area is home to several hospitals and medical centers, including St. Luke’s Hospital, which is located in the neighboring town of New Bedford. The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that seniors in Dartmouth pay on average $5,720 for home care services, which is lower than the state average but higher than the national average. Home care may be a good option for seniors who only require personal care, whereas home health care may be a better fit for seniors who require medical services.
Below we’ve compiled a comprehensive directory of every home care provider in Dartmouth– complete with services offered and reviews from families who’ve actually used the service. In addition to our in-depth provider listings, we’ve compiled resources to help seniors and their families to access all the tools they need to age in place safely and gracefully.