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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oxford, MA

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Photo of Tatnuck Park At Worcester
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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Memory unit is in same facility so if one spouse needs it the other can easily spend time together It is a lot of money, but my loved one seems well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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9.4
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36 reviews
9.4
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36 reviews
5 star
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The atmosphere is very good. My mother's room is very nice. She has a nice 1 bedroom with a living/kitchenette area with a good size bath. My parents were in a 2 bedroom 2 bath which was very comparable...
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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9.0
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7 reviews
9.0
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So on all categories I would give a 5. My mother loves being at Goddard House, her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff members and is very happy there. It is close to us, convenient to the area she...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Warm and GraciousSenior Living in Worcester, MassachusettsAt Goddard House, you’ll live the independent retirement life you love, with supportive services available that provide just the help you need, when you need it.AmenitiesBeautiful grounds and gardens | Elegantly furnished community living...
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8.8
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71 reviews
8.8
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71 reviews
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What our family likes the most about Brookdale Eddy Pond West is that our loved one eels safe and is engaged. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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8.6
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5 reviews
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The place is immaculate! The companions and staff are super friendly, nice and treat the residents with respect! It's worth the money. And mom is very happy there.
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.
Christopher Heights of Webster is strictly a rents community, located in a beautiful rural setting easily accessible to al major routes. Our monthly fee includes all meals, utilities (excluding cable and telephone), 24 hour security and up to one hour and a half of personal care daily. There is...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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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
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.
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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
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Cost of independent living in Oxford, MA

The average cost of senior living in Oxford is $5,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,181 per month.

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

Oxford, MA
$5,652/mo
$5,924/mo

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

Oxford, MA
$5,652/mo
U.S. national average
$3,995/mo

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

$6,372/mo
Independent Living
$5,652/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,045/mo
Studio
$6,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,518/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,646/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Oxford over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Oxford

Recent reviews for independent living in Oxford

Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, MA

5.0
Everyone has been very welcoming and warm. Very attentive and helpful ! There is always someone available 24/7 and always right there to help. The dining room is wonderful and the meals are great !

New Horizons at Marlborough LLC

5.0
The staff is always friendly and accommodating. Anything that Dad needs, they make sure to take care of him. He loves it there. The move-in process was easy. There is constant communication with the family whether it is through a newsletter or a telephone call, if needed. His meals are amazing. ...
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Atria Lincoln Place

4.6
My 89-year-old Mother went kicking and screaming and was adamant that wasn't going to work out. Well in retrospect, this has worked out tremendously. There was about a one-month adjustment period, but since has enjoyed the people, staff, social activities, etc. From my perspective, I'm ...
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Oxford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oxford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oxford, 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 Oxford 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 Oxford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oxford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
32.7%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Oxford 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 Oxford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oxford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
34.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
30%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oxford 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 Oxford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oxford, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
43.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
45.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
45.4%
Dances
Dances
30%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
10%
38.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.3%
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Atria Lincoln Place, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Atria Draper Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oxford, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Oxford, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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