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Decatur House

176 Main Street, Sandwich, MA 02563

Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,518

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $3,502
  • Average State Price: $3,957
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Decatur House Description

    Decatur House is a medium 23 bed community that offers assisted living and is about 7.4 miles outside the town of Mashpee, Massachusetts. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 9 out of 10 making it the highest rated community in the city out of 2 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    9
    Decatur House
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 10 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 1 out of 2 communities in Sandwich
  • Ranking in State: 147 out of 664 communities in MA
  • Facility and Grounds A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Summary of Reviews:

    • Many reviewers appreciate the small, homey atmosphere of the community, likening it to a Bed & Breakfast, which makes it more accommodating and personal.
    • The staff is frequently praised for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating, particularly towards residents with special needs or health issues. Long tenures of staff members, some being there for over 20 years, are noted.
    • Several reviews highlight the beauty and maintenance of the facility, describing it as a large colonial home with apartment-style living that is clean and well-maintained.
    • Activities and amenities, including meals, housekeeping, and utilities, are generally included in the monthly fee, with additional care available for an extra fee. However, some reviewers mention a lack of engaging activities and average food quality.
    • Communication issues and a lack of night nursing staff are pointed out as areas for improvement, with some families experiencing frequent calls about situations the staff cannot handle.
    • The community is described as not being suitable for individuals with significant health issues or dementia, with some reviewers experiencing broken promises and delays in medication distribution.
    • Despite some criticisms, many reviewers would recommend the community to others, particularly for its attentive, family-operated management and the comfortable, accessible design of the facility and apartments.
    • The cost is mentioned as a concern for some, with initial deposits being described as costly, but many feel the quality of care and living environment justify the expense.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Mashpee which is 7.4 miles away and has a population of 14,834 (small town).
    • The average income is $95,776, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 72
      • Low Temperature: 35
      • Average Temperature: 52.7
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 137 days of rain, 29 days of snow and 198 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.5 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 1.76 per 100 people which is low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.56 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.63 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.11 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 80.43 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 171.0, Moderate Days 6.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Stop & Shop
    1.1 miles away
    Market Basket
    2.9 miles away
    Scussett Beach General Store
    2.9 miles away
    Shaw's
    5.3 miles away
    Liquor 'n More
    5.5 miles away

    Transportation

    Sandwich
    0.3 miles away
    Bourne
    4.9 miles away
    Buzzards Bay
    6.3 miles away
    West Barnstable
    7.0 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Cedarville Bruno's Corner
    5.4 miles away
    Main Street Buzzards Bay
    5.4 miles away
    Ellisville Harbor State Park
    6.6 miles away
    Tedeschi's
    7.9 miles away
    Onset Pier
    8.6 miles away

    Banks

    Bank of America - ATM Standalone
    0.5 miles away
    Cape Cod Five
    0.8 miles away
    Santander
    2.9 miles away
    Bank of America
    3.0 miles away
    Rockland Trust
    3.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod
    2.0 miles away
    Pocasset Mental Health Center
    7.2 miles away
    Tobey Hospital
    11.3 miles away
    Cape Cod Hospital
    13.3 miles away
    Falmouth Hospital
    14.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    1.0 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    5.3 miles away
    Walgreens
    9.8 miles away
    Rite Aid
    11.7 miles away
    Shaw's
    14.3 miles away

    Dentists

    Dr. Michael J Dinn
    0.9 miles away
    Sandwich Dental Associates
    3.1 miles away

    Parks

    Sandwich Fish Hatchery
    0.3 miles away
    Mill Creek Park
    0.3 miles away
    Boardwalk Beach
    0.5 miles away
    Springhill Beach
    0.9 miles away
    Hamilton Cr
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Old Indian Church
    9.0 miles away

    Shopping

    Cape Cod Mall
    11.7 miles away
    Lighthouse Landing Shopping Plaza
    16.2 miles away
    Yarmouth Shopping Plaza
    16.4 miles away
    Kingston Collection
    18.5 miles away

    Culture

    Cotuit Center For the Arts
    8.3 miles away
    SunSational
    11.6 miles away
    Civilian Conservation Corps Amphitheater
    11.8 miles away
    Cape Cod Melody Tent
    12.6 miles away
    Hyannis HyArts Campus
    13.0 miles away

    Restaurants

    Belfry Inne Bistro
    0.2 miles away
    Next Door Burger Bar
    0.2 miles away
    The Painted Lady
    0.2 miles away
    Daniel Webster
    0.3 miles away
    Dunbar House Restaurant and Tea Room
    0.3 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of MA. It is a medium-sized community with 23 total beds.

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