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Whalers Cove

114 Riverside Avenue, New Bedford, MA 02746

Independent Living Assisted Living Respite Care
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Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,249
  • Average State Price: $4,408
  • Average National Price: $4,181



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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    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

    7.1
    Whalers Cove
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 18 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 5 out of 8 communities in New Bedford
  • Ranking in State: 470 out of 654 communities in MA
  • Food and Dining B

    Facility and Grounds A



    Review Summary

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

    Residents and their families have shared mixed reviews about their experiences at the senior living community. Some highlight the caring nature of the staff, the cleanliness and spaciousness of the facility, and the quality of the food, describing it as excellent in some cases. The community has been praised for its renovated structures, large living spaces, and the variety of activities available for residents.

    However, there are significant concerns raised by some reviewers. Issues with the management and the quality of care have been mentioned, including complaints about the timeliness of medication distribution and the behavior of the executive director. The food quality has been criticized by several reviewers, with reports of small portions, unsatisfying meals, and instances of residents becoming ill. Concerns about the facility's responsiveness and the handling of residents' belongings after a resident's passing have also been raised, indicating potential operational and communication issues.

    While some families have found the community to be a good fit for their loved ones, appreciating the facility's appearance, the professionalism of the staff, and the overall care provided, others advise caution due to their negative experiences. The reviews suggest a need for prospective residents and their families to carefully consider both the positive aspects and the reported issues when making a decision about this senior living community.


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    Health

    24-Hour Staff Coverage

    Bathing

    Dressing and Grooming

    Personal Care Assistance

    Health and Wellness Programs

    Medication Management


    Services

    All Utilities

    Weekly Linen Service

    Reception

    Short-Term Stay

    Telephone

    Respite Care


    Activities

    Planned Activities

    Off-Site Activity Programs

    Community Events

    Regular Outings

    Card and Game Room

    Billiards Room


    Community Amenities

    Library

    Indoor Gardens

    Multiple Resident Laundry Rooms

    Great Room with Fireplace

    Sunroom

    Complimentary Wi-Fi Available to All Residents


    Room Amenities

    High Ceilings

    Generous Closet Space

    Maintenance-Free Apartments

    Individually Controlled Heating and Air Conditioning

    Refrigerator

    Large Windows


    Dining

    Country Kitchen

    Private Dining Room

    Three Delicious Meals Daily

    Kitchenette


    Transportation

    Handicapped Accessible Van for Off-Site Activity Programs

    Scheduled Transportation



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Acushnet which is 1.2 miles away and has a population of 10,850 (small town).
    • The average income is $37,253, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 34
      • Average Temperature: 53.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 133 days of rain, 28 days of snow and 203 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.4 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 38.6 years old, very high compared to other cities.
    • 4.41% of the population are Veterans which is a low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 20.03% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1% Asian, 9% Black or African-American, 19% Hispanic or Latino, and 68% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 6.12 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.55 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.51 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.4 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 78.49 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 169.0, Moderate Days 12.0, 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

    Market Basket
    0.5 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    1.1 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    1.5 miles away
    Jason's Variety
    2.0 miles away
    Walmart
    2.1 miles away

    Transportation

    Seastreak Ferry Terminal
    2.1 miles away
    Cuttyhunk Ferry Company
    2.1 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Mill St. Stop
    1.9 miles away
    Kempton St. Stop
    2.0 miles away
    Bedford towers stop
    2.0 miles away
    New Bedford Terminal
    2.0 miles away
    Shaws Stop NB-9 / NB10
    2.9 miles away

    Banks

    Santander
    1.2 miles away
    New Bedford Credit Union
    1.8 miles away
    Bank Five
    1.9 miles away
    Bank of America
    2.0 miles away
    St. Anne's Credit Union
    11.2 miles away

    Hospitals

    Saint Luke's Hospital
    2.7 miles away
    Vibra Hospital of Southern Massachusetts
    5.3 miles away
    Charlton Memorial Hospital
    12.0 miles away
    Corrigan Mental Health Center
    12.0 miles away
    Tobey Hospital
    12.3 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    2.6 miles away
    CVS
    2.7 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    17.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    17.7 miles away
    Rite Aid
    17.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Souza Family Orthodontics
    3.7 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    12.4 miles away
    Dr. Michael J Dinn
    22.5 miles away
    Sandwich Dental Associates
    22.6 miles away

    Parks

    Riverside Park
    0.2 miles away
    Con Comm Land Near Acushnet River
    0.2 miles away
    Con Area Near River
    0.2 miles away
    Sycamore St Marshland
    0.3 miles away
    Brooklawn Park
    0.6 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Old Indian Church
    22.9 miles away

    Shopping

    Dartmouth Mall
    3.9 miles away
    Swansea Mall
    16.5 miles away

    Culture

    Dartmouth Cultural Center
    5.4 miles away
    Dedee Shattuck Gallery
    10.8 miles away
    Narrows Center for the Arts
    12.8 miles away
    Arch Ceramics Gallery
    15.3 miles away
    Local Colors Gallery
    16.2 miles away

    Restaurants

    Galaxy Pizza
    0.8 miles away
    dNB Burgers
    2.0 miles away
    Carmine's at Candleworks
    2.0 miles away
    Airport Grille
    2.1 miles away
    Cork
    2.1 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of MA. It is a large-sized community with 120 total beds.

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