Thirwood Place
Assisted Living & Independent Living · South Yarmouth, MA

Thirwood Place

Assisted Living & Independent Living · South Yarmouth, MA

Overview of Thirwood Place

Experience the epitome of active senior living at Thirwood Place. Choose from Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Carefree Living options in stunning one- and two-bedroom residences, many with tranquil pond views.

With a range of amenities including golf on a championship course, a fitness center, an indoor pool, a library, and an artist studio, Thirwood Place offers an enriching lifestyle that balances comfort and excitement. Embrace Cape Cod’s beauty while enjoying security and assistance whenever needed, all in a vibrant community that celebrates life’s chapters.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 69 Rank #190 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 190th out of 276 homes we track in Massachusetts for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #27 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th out of 181 homes we track in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
29 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #452 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 452nd out of 490 homes we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 / 100

About this community

License Details

Year Opened1997

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
69 units
Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
No
Total beds
69 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes, includes emergency pull chains and pendants.
Safety Features24-hour security and emergency response system.

Payment & Insurance

2 services
Does not accept Medicaid
Does not accept Medicare

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(508) 760-4110
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Additional Policies & Features

Visitor PolicyGuests may stay in your apartment, and cots are available for extra visitors.
Overnight GuestsYes, guests may stay in hotel-style guest suites for a nightly rate.
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Swimming Pool
Hot Tub
Library
Game Room
Gardening
Dining
Activities
Artist Studio
Activities

Pricing & Financial Information

Move-in Deposit$1000

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 700 - 1,700 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Thirwood Place

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Places of interest near Thirwood Place

Address 1.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from South Yarmouth's city center to Thirwood Place's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Evans Park at Newton Corner
AL
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Corner)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 94
Rank #76 / 276
Yes17
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #107 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
C-NoNo
AVIVA Country Club Heights
AL
IL
MC
RC
Woburn
107
Facility 107
MA AVG 94
Rank #86 / 276
Yes24
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #258 / 490
Traditional (83), Special Care (24)
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
ANoNo
Traditions of Dedham
AL
IL
MC
RC
Dedham
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
No14
57
Facility 57
MA AVG 53
Rank #224 / 490
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #96 / 181
A+YesNo
Concord Park Senior Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
PC
RC
Concord (West Concord)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
Yes18
70
Facility 70
MA AVG 53
Rank #170 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #90 / 181
-YesNo
Thirwood Place
AL
IL
South Yarmouth
69
Facility 69
MA AVG 94
Rank #190 / 276
Yes-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 53
Rank #452 / 490
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-NoNo

Frequently Asked Questions about Thirwood Place

Is Thirwood Place in a walkable area?

Thirwood Place has a walk score of 12. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Thirwood Place been in business?

Thirwood Place has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Thirwood Place?

Yes, Thirwood Place allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Thirwood Place operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Thirwood Place is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Thirwood Place have?

Thirwood Place has 69 beds.

Are there photos of Thirwood Place?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Thirwood Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Thirwood Place?

Thirwood Place is located at 237 N Main St, South Yarmouth, MA 02664.

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