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The cost of independent living in Harwich is about $6,581 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 100 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 Thirwood Place
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22 Floor plans available
9.8
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26 reviews
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Thirwood Place is a beautifully furnished space with apartments full of light and room to set up your new home. Clean with patios or balconies for your personal outdoor space. Pets are allowed. A huge plus...
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.
Thirwood Place is nestled on over 45 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, surrounded by wooded conservation land and overlooking scenic Flax Pond. While offering seclusion among these natural surroundings, Thirwood is conveniently located only minutes away from shopping, churches, medical...
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Photo of Maplewood at Brewster
1414 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.3
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55 reviews
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This is a very good and welcoming facility. The support staff is great! The level of support is great! The atmosphere is great! The programs to involve family with the facility and residents are great! ...
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.
Maplewood at Brewster will provide a healthy, invigorating environment for all seniors, as well as specialized assistance for those in need of memory care. The heart of Maplewood is embodied through an approach to assisted living that offers premier care to seniors who need some support in their...
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These all get a definite 5! The caregivers were incredibly skilled, kind, supportive and respondent. The director, [name removed], left a week after Dad died. She was as kind, an supportive as her staff. I...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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...
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...
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Cost of independent living in Harwich, MA

The average cost of senior living in Harwich is $6,581 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Acushnet Center, MA with an average of $6,037 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Harwich, MA vs. nearby cities

Harwich, MA
$6,581/mo

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

Harwich, MA
$6,581/mo
U.S. national average
$4,118/mo

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

$7,657/mo
Independent Living
$6,581/mo

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

Studio
$6,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,282/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,165/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,695/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Harwich

Recent reviews for independent living in Harwich

Everleigh Cape Cod in Hyannis, MA

5.0
I chose Everleigh Cape Cod because I wanted an apartment that had a lease. They do have a wide variety of apartment sizes to choose from. It is a newer facility so it will be nice when more residents are moved in here. I would recommend to others looking.

Royal at Harwich Village

5.0
I cannot express enough how amazing our experience has been with the Royal at Harwich Village. The staff is wonderful, friendly, and so caring. When we went for our first visit , we were very impressed with the facilities and all the activities they have available for the residents. We met with ...
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Mill Hill Residence in West Yarmouth, MA

4.4
They need to do a better job of accommodating family members in the dining room on holidays such as Thanksgiving. Spots for family members are too few and get taken too quickly. Visiting family members should be entitled to a few meals each year in the dining room with their loved one, without ...
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Harwich independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harwich independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harwich, 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 Harwich 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 Harwich partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harwich, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
34.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
31.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
33.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Harwich 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 Harwich communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harwich, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
36.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
60%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harwich 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 Harwich offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harwich, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80%
38.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
47%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.6%
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Thirwood Place, Mill Hill Residence and Maplewood at Brewster are the top-rated independent living facilities near Harwich, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Harwich, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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