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The cost of independent living in Dukes County is about $6,019 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 98 options. Read 1516 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of The Seasons
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The facility is great! Additionally, most of the staff are quite wonderful as well. However, I am not a huge fan of most of the CNA's. I find most of them to be pretty rude, and seem quite lazy with their...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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[name removed] is the executive director and Andrew is the community relations director. [name removed] and [name removed] have been fantastic and very caring. Staff is very friendly treat the family of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The New England style residence, with covered porches, courtyards, gardens and walking paths, welcome you with the warmth and charm of a gracious home.*Professionals will monitor your medications, health safety and well being every day* Round the clock emergency response* Help with dressing,...
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My Mom had a respite stay at the Residence at Five Corners in Easton, MA after leaving rehab from a fall in her house. She was well taken care of and we decided it was the best place for her. She has since...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Residence at Five Corners is located in the heart of Easton's Five Corners neighborhood, with close proximity to many of the town's historic landmarks, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 84 apartments for 90 residents; a combination of 32...
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They have been very accommodating . It's too early for us to have made relationships. The facility is very nice and clean. It's convenient to shopping areas and places to eat. Also very close to the...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Little Neck Village is a senior housing development found in the charming seaside town of Marion, Massachusetts, in Plymouth County. Our affordable apartments have harbor views and we are located near shopping, dining establishments and hospitals. Affordable one and two bedroom apartments are...
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Beautiful and quiet location on Silver Lake Reservoir. Fairly rural community. Have to travel by car or Wingate van for shopping. Rooms are a better than many of the other facilities I visited for my...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It is a lovely, bright facility. The food is so good....not like institutional food. Only bad thing was that sometimes it was hard to find the individuals that sit at the desk...ie nurses etc. Otherwise...
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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This retirement community is the best. We have a beautiful community. The volunteers in the community are so helpful with all my questions. The lot fee is so reasonable for such a well maintained community.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility stands out as a meticulously maintained establishment with a team of warm and accommodating staff members. They go above and beyond to ensure that residents like my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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: 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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Photo of Hyannis House
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Heritage at Dartmouth
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.
At Heritage at Dartmouth, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer active seniors a fun, dynamic lifestyle in our Assisted Living facility. This lively community supports each resident's independence, while also offering personalized health care services if they're ever needed.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wise Living is a locally owned company that has been building retirement communities on Cape Cod for over 30 years. Our newest residence, Wise Living at Yarmouth, is Cape Cod's newest independent living community currently under renovation on Cape Cod. We are conveniently located on the mid-Cape...
Photo of Plymouth Long Pond Village
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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My experience was good, I had all the help from staff.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Anthony House
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Forest Farm Assisted Living
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.
Photo of Bay View
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Individuals of discerning taste and cosmopolitan backgrounds have been choosing Bay view and the Cottages at Bay View as their destination for convenient, spacious, attractive and personable living. Bay View and the Cottages at Bay View is designed to accommodate the needs of a mature independent...
Photo of St. Clare Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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.
Photo of HMS of Newport Inc
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Royal at Harwich Village
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I can not say enough about this place and everything they have done for my mother while she has been in their care. The staff are very caring people with great hearts and remain professional in their work....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Charming surroundings, a friendly attentive staff, and personalized services...there's no better place to call home! Ideally located in the historic seaside village of Harwich, The Royal provides everything you need to live comfortably and securely, without worry.  Stroll our beautifully...
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Everything has been excellent here so far. Mom did have a hard time transitioning, but the staff was helping with that. They are the most affordable for what mom needed. She has finally started getting...
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.
Photo of The Seasons East Greenwich
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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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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
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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.
The Daniel Child House is located in the heart of Warren. It is an elegant historic home build by Daniel Child around the turn of the century. Our home is within walking distance to downtown Warren, and the historic water district. East Bay Bike path and Burrs Park are just beyond our home. Our...

Cost of independent living in Dukes County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dukes County is $6,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,383 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dukes County, MA vs. nearby counties

Dukes County, MA
$6,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dukes County, MA vs. the state and national average

Dukes County, MA
$6,019/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Dukes County vs. other types of senior living

$6,612/mo
Independent Living
$6,019/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Dukes County, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,525/mo
Studio
$6,716/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,367/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,563/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,698/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Dukes County over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Dukes County

Recent reviews for independent living in Dukes County

Village at Proprietors Green in Marshfield, MA

5.0
The communication with the family is very good. If there are any mistakes the community takes responsibility. They have done a good job at making my loved one is comfortable, social with other residents, and feels at home. There are three meals a day served and there are choices for the ...
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Whaler's Cove in New Bedford, MA

4.8
Thanks to the Whaler's Cove staff to making the decision to join their community an easy one. From day 1, my Dad was welcomed and had everything done to make his transition as simple as possible. They did everything to make him feel right at home...it was like getting a brand new family! I ...
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Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility to others. It was the least expensive for miles around. It is very homey. The staff and the owner are so nice. I can't say enough good things about this facility. The staff calls me for every little issue. For example, she fell a couple of times. They call ...
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Dukes County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dukes County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dukes County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dukes County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dukes County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.4%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.4%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dukes County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dukes County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50.5%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.2%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
45.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dukes County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Dukes County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
56%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.4%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.3%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
58.2%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Residence at Cedar Dell, Thirwood Place and Atria Harborhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dukes County, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 98 independent living facilities near Dukes County, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Dukes County, Massachusetts are Atria Bay Spring Village, Sunrise of Plymouth Beach and Anchor Bay at East Providence. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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