Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · New Bedford, MA

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Respite Care · New Bedford, MA

Overview of Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living

At Whaler’s Cove Assisted Living, the goal is to help residents stay active and involved while supporting independence for as long as possible. Whether a senior is looking for a short-term stay or would like to settle down for good, this community offers a wide range of living options and services to manage the challenges and promote the joy of retired living.

The team at Whaler’s Cove listens closely to residents to understand their needs and limitations, then discusses and determines potential solutions. This community works with each individual to customize options that will make the life they want for themselves and their loved ones a reality.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 120 Rank #30 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 30th out of 227 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.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

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 #95 / 178Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 95th out of 178 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.
24 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #108 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 438 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.
81 / 100

About this community

License Details

Year Opened2002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
120 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.
Yes
Total beds
120 units

Safety & Compliance

Safety Features24-hour staff coverage.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(508) 997-1599
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Game Room
Wi-Fi
Laundry
Auditorium
Fireplace
Dining
Accessible Transportation
Community Kitchen
Fitness Center
Garden
General Store
Sun Room
Reflection Room
ActivitiesSocial, recreational and cultural activities available
Specific ProgramsCulinary, Social Life
Touring HoursMonday – Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Contact Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living

Managed by Laura Sousa

Executive Director

Matterport

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Address 2.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from New Bedford's city center to Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living
AL
IL
RC
New Bedford
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 86
Rank #30 / 227
No-
81
Facility 81
MA AVG 54
Rank #108 / 438
Traditional (120)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #95 / 178
-YesNo
Evans Park at Newton Corner
AL
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Corner)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 86
Rank #40 / 227
Yes17
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 54
Rank #103 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
C-NoNo
AVIVA Country Club Heights
AL
IL
MC
RC
Woburn
107
Facility 107
MA AVG 86
Rank #48 / 227
Yes24
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 54
Rank #231 / 438
Traditional (83), Special Care (24)
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
ANoNo
Traditions of Dedham
AL
IL
MC
RC
Dedham
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 86
Rank #70 / 227
No14
57
Facility 57
MA AVG 54
Rank #201 / 438
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #95 / 178
A+YesNo
Concord Park Senior Living
AL
HOS
IL
MC
PC
RC
Concord (West Concord)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 86
Rank #70 / 227
Yes18
70
Facility 70
MA AVG 54
Rank #154 / 438
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #89 / 178
-YesNo

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Frequently Asked Questions about Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living

Is Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living has a walk score of 81. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living been in business?

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living?

No, Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Does Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living have?

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living has 120 beds.

Are there photos of Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 8 photos and videos of Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living provide?

Whaler‘s Cove Assisted Living offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Respite Care.

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