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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Griswoldville, MA

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The cost of independent living in Griswoldville is about $4,666 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 115 options. Read 1194 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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, Independent 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.
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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide the...
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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
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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...
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
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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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Photo of Friendship Manor
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
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...'   Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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
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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.
Troy Adult Home is an assisted living community that benefits from being nestled among the natural beauty of Troy, NY. The forest of trees that surrounds our facility give off a cascade of color during the fall, and the wide open spaces on our grounds give residents plenty of places to enjoy the...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.

Cost of independent living in Griswoldville, MA

The average cost of senior living in Griswoldville is $4,666 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,938 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswoldville, MA vs. nearby cities

Griswoldville, MA
$4,666/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswoldville, MA vs. the state and national average

Griswoldville, MA
$4,666/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswoldville vs. other types of senior living

$6,951/mo
Independent Living
$4,666/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Griswoldville, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,057/mo
Studio
$5,629/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,665/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,359/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,174/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Griswoldville over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Griswoldville

Recent reviews for independent living in Griswoldville

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

All American at Enfield Assisted Living

5.0
I would give a rating of 5 to every category. My mom lived there for 13 months before she passed away. My family and I were very grateful to AA for the excellent care and compassion that was shown to her AND to me. They will always have a special place in my heart. I'm so glad I called A Place ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendly and approachable nature of the staff at various communities, such as at Suffield by the River, where my dad says the employees make him feel 'like home'. The staff at Sweetwood of Williamstown are described as 'uniformly helpful, cheerful and profici ...
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Varied and enjoyable activities. Residents and their families appreciate the diverse range of activities offered at several communities, including Keystone Commons, where loved ones have access to a wide selection of activities like painting classes, cooking demos, and trivia pub. At Sweetwood of Williamstown, different act ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Cleanliness and maintenance are important factors for many residents and their families. At Diamond Ridge, the grounds are beautifully kept, and the units are described as 'decently sized'. At Holiday Bluebird Estates, my mom loves it at Bluebird Estates because it's 'a great place for her, ...
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Communication with families. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring loved ones' needs are being met. At Southwick Village, the staff are 'friendly, outstanding', and 'very knowledgeable about their jobs and try to help you when they can'. The community manager at Diamond Ri ...
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Reasonable cost and value. Families want to ensure that their loved ones are receiving good value for the cost. At Holiday Quail Run Estates, the place is 'nice' and 'the staff are very nice and caring', but the value for cost could be improved. At Southwick Village, the staff 'go out their way to create a sense of co ...
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Access to community and amenities. Being part of a community and having access to amenities is important for many residents. At Brookdale Fillmore Pond, they 'have been generally pleased' and the staff are 'helpful and friendly', but there is a lack of a fitness room, workshop, and an indoor pool. At Southwick Village, indepe ...
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Griswoldville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Griswoldville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Griswoldville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Griswoldville independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Griswoldville 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
26.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.6%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Griswoldville independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Griswoldville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
38.6%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.6%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
33.7%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Griswoldville independent 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 independent living communities in Griswoldville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.6%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.5%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.5%
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Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Griswoldville, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 115 independent living facilities near Griswoldville, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Griswoldville, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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