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10 Best Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores, MA

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Scorton Shores 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 15 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Scorton Shores, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Scorton Shores is about $7,544, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 193 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Scorton Shores, MA

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Photo of Thirwood Place
1616 Photos available
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 Mill Hill Residence
1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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42 reviews
9.6
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42 reviews
5 star
77%
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Our only concern is that the cost quickly exceeded what we had originally thought when working with A Place for Mom. We had been looking for places in the range of (fee removed) a month, but the costs at...
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.
Located in the heart of Cape Cod, the Mill Hill Residence is the newest addition to the Maplewood at Mayflower Place campus, an award-winning continuing care retirement community with a highly-respected reputation. The Mill Hill Residence continues Maplewood's unwavering commitment to quality,...
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Photo of Maplewood at Mayflower Place
1616 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
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55 reviews
9.2
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55 reviews
5 star
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The staff in the dining facilities are very friendly. Housekeeping staff is reliable and do a good job. Nurses are slow to respond and don't seem to go above and beyond- just the basics. Staff for recreation...
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.
At Maplewood at Mayflower Place, you will find the nautical spirit and coastal charm of Cape Cod. Settled on 40 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, you can relax, breathe the fresh ocean air and enjoy the good things in life. Our continuing care retirement community is minutes from a variety...
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Photo of Decatur House Assisted Living Residence
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8.9
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8 reviews
8.9
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8 reviews
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My person living there is a hard case.. she does not leave her room, mostly does not leave her bed.. does not shower on a regular basis because she is cold..is very distrustful of the food and severely...
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.
Decatur House is located in the heart of beautiful and historic Sandwich Village on Cape Cod. Located minutes from the Sagamore Bridge and Route 6 and 6A, Decatur House is a resident-focused, fully licensed assisted living community offering personalized care by a highly professional and...
Photo of Brookdale Cape Cod
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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37 reviews
8.7
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37 reviews
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Right from the start, the staff was helpful, kind and accommodating. They helped us through every step of the process. Her 'apartment' in memory care is beautiful & spacious and, we've brought in her...
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.
Home Sweet HomeDo you want more free time to explore new hobbies, deepen your friendships and spend more time with the people you love? If so, our assisted living and memory care community is ready to welcome you home. Nestled in the beautiful coastal community of Hyannis, Maine, you can enjoy...
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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
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We would recommend it. We had an excellent experience. We picked this community, because it was close to family, a small facility, and had memory care only.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Harbor Point at Centerville is the first residential assisted living community on Cape Cod exclusively dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. The Harbor...
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Photo of Laurentide at Mashpee Commons
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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
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Overall we had a great experience at Laurentide Mashpee Commons. The facility was practically brand new, looked lovely, and it was close enough to my sisters in Sandwich. The only complaint I have is the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay
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55 Floor plans available
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We have been very pleased with how things have been going at Keystone Place for my Dad. Honestly I would not change a thing. I have had lunch in the dining room with my Dad a few times and the food it really...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Discover Keystone Place, the area's newest independent living, assisted living and memory care community! Located along the banks of the Cape Cod Canal, Keystone Place is a rental community offering some of the area's largest studio, one and two bedroom/two bathroom apartment homes. Keystone...
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Photo of Bridges by EPOCH at Mashpee
44 Floor plans available
7.0
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17 reviews
7.0
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There have been a few hiccups along the way but overall a decent and more importantly a safe place for my dad to reside. I would recommend to others.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee is a memory care assisted living community located in Barnstable County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Scorton Shores, MA

The average cost of senior living in Scorton Shores is $7,544 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,892 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores, MA vs. nearby cities

Scorton Shores, MA
$7,544/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores, MA vs. the state and national average

Scorton Shores, MA
$7,544/mo
U.S. national average
$4,912/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores vs. other types of senior living

$7,584/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,544/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$8,315/mo
Studio
$8,305/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,813/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,830/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Scorton Shores over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Scorton Shores

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Scorton Shores

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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Stafford Hill in Plymouth, MA

4.1
They are very friendly, welcoming and have several activities. The biggest problem is staffing turnover. My Mother in law says the lunches are fantastic but the dinner is complete opposite and she does not like it at all. Overall is a very nice place for her.

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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Scorton Shores nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scorton Shores nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scorton Shores, 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 Scorton Shores 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 Scorton Shores that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scorton Shores, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.9%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
22.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.8%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.7%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scorton Shores 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 Scorton Shores Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scorton Shores, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
36.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scorton Shores 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 Scorton Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scorton Shores, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.7%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
72.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
72.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Scorton Shores 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 Scorton Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scorton Shores, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.6%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scorton Shores 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 Scorton Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scorton Shores, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
72.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
0.4%
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Thirwood Place, Atria Woodbriar Park and Sunrise of Plymouth Beach are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Scorton Shores, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

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