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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Bernardston, MA
Assisted living costs in Bernardston average about $5,988 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Bernardston. Our detailed directory has 1101 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Amherst, Greenfield and Wilmington.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Blaire House of Worcester is a 75-bed Skilled Nursing Center and is devoted completely to the care of residents with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We...
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This is a nice community. My mom likes the variery of the meals. The staff are outstanding. and they keep me informed on her progress. The home enviroment that is small and not alot of residents. I like that...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Ascutney House is a residential care home located in the amazing Ascutney City, Vermont, located in Windsor County. The serenity and friendliness of our community's neighborhood are just perfect for seniors. Our home is always clean, safe and homely for all the residents. The trees around bring...
Cost of assisted living in Bernardston, MA
The average cost of senior living in Bernardston is $5,988 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,739 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bernardston, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Bernardston, MA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Bernardston, MA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Bernardston, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Bernardston
Recent reviews for assisted living in Bernardston
Corcoran House in Clinton, MA
4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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All American at Enfield Assisted Living
5.0
It is a nice place the staff are friendly and kind. They must all take a class about caring for Alzheimer's patients and they ask us to write a history about my father in law so they can get to know him and when he talked about his past they understood what kind of person he was and could engage ...
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Ledgewood Bay in Milford, NH
4.0
My mother was a resident at Ledgewood Bay and things were very good for her when she was here. Communication with the family is solid. The Executive Director is very accessible and approachable. She showed me much empathy when my mom passed away. I wish they had the next level of care for ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Flexible care options and a la carte services. Several reviews mention the convenience of choosing specific services based on individual needs at various communities. For example, at Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings, residents appreciate the freedom to pick and choose their care packages at Benchmark Senior Living at Leomins ...
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Dedicated and responsive staff members. Residents and their families often speak highly of the attentiveness and kindness of staff members. Reviews for Ledgewood Bay mention the executive director's availability and care in helping families navigate the industry and find the right fit for their loved ones.
Varied and engaging activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered throughout communities. For instance, at Heritage Woods, staff members organize social events and provide opportunities for residents to connect with each other and their surroundings.
Caring and accommodating environments. Reviews consistently mention the welcoming and compassionate nature of communities, with staff going above and beyond to ensure residents feel at home. At Christopher Heights Of Belchertown, caregivers took great care in renovating a resident's apartment to suit their personal tastes before th ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Families report clear and frequent communication with staff members to keep them informed and address any concerns. At Southwick Village, community staff provided suggestions for assisted living when a resident needed more care, and continued to offer support during a difficult time.
Growing and diverse communities. Communities with various levels of care, such as independent living, assisted living, and nursing homes, provide a sense of continuity for families and residents. For example, Suffield by the River offers a range of care options in the same complex, allowing residents to age in place.
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Bernardston review score based on 276 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 276 reviews of 89 Bernardston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Bernardston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Bernardston assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 276 reviews of 89 Bernardston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Bernardston resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Bernardston, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Bernardston assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bernardston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bernardston, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Bernardston assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Bernardston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
39.3%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.6%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.9%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.8%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.8%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.3%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bernardston assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bernardston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.2%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.8%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.6%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bernardston assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bernardston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.2%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.2%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50.6%
36.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.1%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Bernardston assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bernardston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
46.1%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.1%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
39.3%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bernardston assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Bernardston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bernardston, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.1%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.4%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.6%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.7%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.3%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
55.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.1%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.3%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Bernardston
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Bernardston protect seniors.
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Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Southwick Village and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 99 assisted living facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Bernardston, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Southwick Village and Suffield by the River. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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