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The cost of independent living in Southwick is about $4,333 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 254 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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Photo of Southwick VillageCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
9.6
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40 reviews
9.6
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40 reviews
5 star
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4 star
3%
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My new apartment is larger then my previous studio, I enjoy sitting in my living room and looking out the windows at the beautiful scenery.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Southwick Village is a 55+ retirement community, located in the historic town of Southwick, MA. Nestled on 46 acres of towering trees and nature in a park-like setting, close to golf courses, hiking trails and quaint town amenities. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages have plenty of room...
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55 Photos available
9.5
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43 reviews
9.5
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43 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
14%
3 star
7%
2 star
5%
1 star
5%
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Suffield by the River is a wonderful senior living community offering my 95 year old mother a safe place to continue living independently near her friends and family. We are grateful for the exceptional &...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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Photo of The Arbors at Westfield
66 Photos available
9.4
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16 reviews
9.4
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16 reviews
5 star
74%
4 star
13%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
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The heating system is either on or off. Once the building g switches to heat, AC cannot be used. I find The Arbors very hot when I visit my mother. Wearing sleeveless in the winter is a must.
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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99 Floor plans available
9.2
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26 reviews
9.2
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26 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
31%
3 star
12%
2 star
4%
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The staff is great. They take great care of the residents and some of them go above and beyond. The facility is a little run down in places but nothing excessive. It's just that the building has been 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.
Our progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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8.7
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37 reviews
8.7
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37 reviews
5 star
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24%
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We chose Armbrook Village because of the convenient location and the solid reputation that they have around town. Everyone there is extremely friendly and helpful. Mom is very happy there!
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
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33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.6
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47 reviews
8.6
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47 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
38%
3 star
6%
2 star
2%
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My mom has had to move from Holiday Quail Run back in [date removed] because she needed assisted living instead of independent living so we moved her to [community name removed]. While at Holiday Quail Run...
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.
Quail Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Springfield, you'll love the comfortable facilities, our friendly staff and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from...
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8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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7 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
29%
3 star
14%
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14%
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They're not inclined to raise the rent here. I live in the smallest apartment that they have available and it works for me, it is 640 square feet. I would recommend Suffield Commons to others looking for...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Suffield Commons is located in downtown historic Suffield, Connecticut. With a great location, everything you need is in walking distance; the shops, church, and even the library. Enjoy local festivals and events? You won't miss the action here! Our apartments feature: wall to wall carpeting, a...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.7
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38 reviews
7.7
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38 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Staff is very considerate and helpful. Before submitting an application confirm there is working heating and a/c in each unit. There has been no a/c since June. And not expected to be up and running until...
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.
Built in 1923 and prominently overlooking the city of West Springfield, Our Lady of Sorrows Monastery was renovated in 1999 to become Landmark at Monastery Heights, Senior Living Community. The beautiful building overlooks 18 spectacular acres of lawns, walking paths, and gardens and house 105...
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Cost of independent living in Southwick, MA

The average cost of senior living in Southwick is $4,333 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,558 per month.

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

Southwick, MA
$4,333/mo
$4,960/mo
$4,343/mo

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

Southwick, MA
$4,333/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

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

$5,868/mo
Independent Living
$4,333/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,932/mo
Studio
$6,017/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,450/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,158/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,526/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Southwick over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Southwick

Recent reviews for independent living in Southwick

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

5.0
Just moved in a week ago. The staff has been excellent. They are courteous, pleasant and helpful. The residence itself is clean and well maintained. The few apartment issues were addressed immediately and well. The dining facilities are excellent and dining staff top flight.

Brookdale Chatfield in West Hartford, CT

4.9
The overall quality of the meals has been great, but the coordination of making sure our loved one is getting the right meals has been difficult. They activities are fine and based off our experience so far we would recommend Brookdale Chatfield to others.

Southwick independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southwick independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southwick, 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 Southwick 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 Southwick partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southwick, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Southwick 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 Southwick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southwick, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
87.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southwick 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 Southwick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southwick, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
87.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
87.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.5%
45.7%
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Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Arbors of Hop Brook and The Holiday Retirement are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southwick, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Southwick, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Southwick, Massachusetts are Arbors of Hop Brook, The Holiday Retirement and The Residence at Brookside. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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