Autumn Glen at Dartmouth sits at 239 Cross Rd in North Dartmouth, MA, right in the Smith Mills neighborhood, offering a range of living choices including independent living, assisted living, and Avita memory care, all together on one campus so folks can get more support as their health changes or stay social if they're still pretty independent, and they've done some nice landscaping outside so people can sit or stroll in the gardens or walk on the paths, and it's got outdoor patios and secure grounds. Inside, you'll find a mix of private apartments with kitchenettes, studio apartments, semi-private or single rooms, and two-bedroom setups-all connected to Wi-Fi and cable-plus common spaces with TVs, a dining area called Good Dog Café, and spaces for recreation, cooking clubs, and computers. They accept some pets and let guests visit at meals or stay overnight. People living here get access to a full-time program team that puts together things like yoga and chair yoga, art classes, offsite trips, book club, story time, game nights, Nintendo Wii bowling, and there's even an Artists in Residence program partnering with professional artists. They have a Respite Stay option for short-term care and some Signature Programs.
Support services cover help with things like bathing, dressing, and medication for those who need it, plus skilled nursing, on-site pharmacy, housekeeping, linen laundry, room service, dry cleaning, and haircuts. Residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia can get specialized memory care and therapies to help with confusion and prevent wandering, along with health support for needs like incontinence and diabetes. Autumn Glen is pet-friendly and works to make sure everyone, including those using wheelchairs or needing extra assistance, can get around, though they don't list every detail about entrances or parking. There's free transportation for outings and onsite resident parking too. On top of made-from-scratch meals with a focus on local ingredients through their Eat Fresh, Eat Local feature, they offer religious services inside, a salon and barbershop, and places for music or art get-togethers.
Autumn Glen is known for being open and welcoming, with legal protections for LGBTQ individuals, including protections based on gender identity, orientation, and source of income. Staff members, called Family Advisors, help with questions, and the community has a resident portal, brochures, and options for tours, visits, volunteering, or partnerships. VA benefits assistance is available if needed. Northbridge Communities runs Autumn Glen, and they're recognized as a Boston Globe Top Place to Work, aiming to create a social, safe, and supportive place for older adults, whether someone's looking for a long-term home or just need to stay for a little while.
