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Photo of Artisan at Hudson
2020 Photos available
9.3
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25 reviews
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Artisan at Hudson is small enough so that everyone knows each other while being large enough to provide a multitude of fun activities. The staff genuinely cares about each and every resident and they become...
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.
Artisan at Hudson offers an extensive list of services and amenities. We provide the ease of carefree living, the joy of being among friends, and the comfort of knowing that your needs will be met.
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Photo of The Arbors at Westfield
66 Photos available
9.3
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16 reviews
9.3
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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.
Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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35 reviews
9.3
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35 reviews
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Always check in to make sure your loved one is getting the care they need. Especially going at random times. Get to know the staff Ask questions Stay on top of their care reports Question anything that does...
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.
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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Photo of The Residence at Valley Farm
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9.3
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21 reviews
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My mother really likes it The facility is clean, organized, and the staff genuinely care about the residents. Everything is amazing, but the price is astronomical.
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.
Located in historic Ashland, our beautiful community boasts easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, I-495 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments for 84 residents; a combination of 29 studio, 29 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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Staff are warm and friendly. Residents make new friends easily. The activities are engaging - something for everyone. The food is really good!
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and...
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Photo of The Branches of Marlboro
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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42 reviews
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Exceeds expectations in all areas. The Branches has been a great experience so far in all areas. The transfer from [community name removed] to Branches was made easy by [name removed] the sales person and...
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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Photo of Brookdale Eddy Pond East
55 Photos available
9.3
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42 reviews
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The staff and residents at Brookdale Eddy Pond East are very welcoming and treated my mother like family. From the administrator to the business office , the support staff , nurses , CNA'S and kitchen staff-...
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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Photo of Holiday Bluebird Estates
2222 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
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I would give it a 5 for everything! My mother in law is in such a great place! Can't say enough of how wonderful the staff has been! Thank you for doing such a fabulous job in all areas! The staff at Blue...
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.
Bluebird Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in Old Bluebird Acres, our grounds were once a thriving apple orchard and Bluebird Estates' scenic landscaping reflects the picturesque beauty of bygone days. You'll love the quiet serenity of our...
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Photo of Day Brook Village Senior Living
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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The staff is outstanding. There are plenty of group activities, including area outings. The food is always excellent. The campus is pleasant.
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.
Day Brook Village Senior Living is an accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering a range of housing, healthcare and service options to meet residents’ changing needs. Residents enjoy a retirement lifestyle offering independent living, assistance in living and skilled...
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Photo of Ruth's House
77 Photos available
9.2
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27 reviews
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
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Photo of The Willows at Worcester
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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All 5s!! It's a wonderful community! What I like the most about The Willows is that it is welcoming and friendly people, with many activities. I would absolutely recommend this community to other families!
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.
The Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,...
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Photo of Carriage House at Lee's Farm
88 Photos available
9.2
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Carriage House recognized my dad as an individual-they made him feel welcome, and the staff was attentive to our questions and concerns. My dad was "young" by many measures in the memory care unit, &...
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.
Carriage House at Lee's Farm is an assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts. Wayland is a beautiful small town with natural spaces like forests, fields and marshes around the Sudbury River.At Carriage House we strive to meet the individual needs and wants of our residents Our care...
Photo of The Residence at Natick South
1111 Photos available
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I visited the community with my husband and we were thrilled with the staff - the Executive Director was so engaging and welcoming. The nursing team was outgoing and friendly as were the housekeepers and...
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.
Your next chapter in life starts at The Residence at Natick South. Ideally located just outside the city center and near Natick Mall, our luxury senior community offers a quiet, convenient setting where you can enjoy resort-style dining, sophisticated living options, and exceptional care anytime...
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Photo of Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring
1515 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.2
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35 reviews
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The draw backs like any place are that there are established cliques and new people do not always feel welcome. The food should cater more to the needs of the clients, offering substitutions for low sodium...
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.
The Lodge at Cold Spring provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful grounds in the heart of Rocky Hills, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living near all the things that make life great. We're just...
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Photo of Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence
66 Photos available
9.2
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75 reviews
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My husband loved his 2 respite care stays at Farmington Station. He had absolutely no complaints and neither we did I. I would have to give them a 5 for all 7 categories.
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.
Farmington Station offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® featuring innovative, evidence-based programming for those with memory loss. This senior community, operated by Senior Living Residences, features 89 assisted...
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9.1
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First thing I would say, is when your loved one arrives at Dodge Park or The Oasis, it will probably take a few months for them to adjust, so be patient. For my dad, it took about four months. There was a...
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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Photo of Sunrise of Leominster
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33 Floor plans available
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Rooms in memory care were generous in size. Food well prepared. I would recommend for someone going into the regular resident part. More planned activities. Kitchenettes are nice.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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Photo of Benchmark at Orchard Valley
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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The staff is very caring, and friendly makes you feel right at home like you are part of their family! The facility is on the smaller size which is perfect, much more individual attention . The food is...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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Photo of Holiday White Oaks
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Friendly helpful and caring staff. Clean facility. Planned activities. Easy to make friends. Varied diet. Well prepared meals. Readily available laundry machines. Meticulous housekeeping staff....
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.
White Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Manchester, you'll love the elegant beauty of White Oaks while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. If you're in the mood to explore, you'll...
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Photo of Armbrook Village
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Very lovely place that tries hard. Compassionate care; outstanding food in memory care; a little expensive; access to the nurses that run the place was somewhat problematic for me (direct communication...
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...
Photo of The Ivy at Ellington
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Staff is very welcoming and pleasant. They also encourage residents to get involved in the activities. And they have a great number and variety of activities, including shopping trips, parties, and outings...
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 Ivy at Ellington is the newest assisted living residential community from The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities. Ellington has its roots as an agricultural community as well as a resort community with Crystal Lake within its boundaries. Conveniently located in Ellington,...
Photo of Whitney Place at Westborough
66 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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[name removed] in sales was great to work with and helped close out some issues in the room. She took the time to understand mom's "attitude" and relayed that to the team. She provided info on how to switch...
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.
Established in 1995, Whitney Place Assisted Living Residences at Westborough is a warm and gracious setting for seniors who may or may not need a little help with their daily routines. In addition to private or shared apartments and individualized care, assisted living Residents enjoy delicious...
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Photo of Benchmark at Tatnuck Park
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
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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Photo of Brookdale South Windsor
1717 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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54 reviews
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54 reviews
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The first 5 I would give a 5 my mom does not like the food but that goes for every where she's been she is on a mechanical diet I would guess a 4 for the food I would give the activities a 5 there is many...
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.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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Photo of The Arbors at Amherst
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The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
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.

Cost of independent living in Ware, MA

The average cost of senior living in Ware is $5,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,247 per month.

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

Ware, MA
$5,025/mo
$5,234/mo

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

Ware, MA
$5,025/mo
U.S. national average
$4,131/mo

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

$6,361/mo
Independent Living
$5,025/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,043/mo
Studio
$6,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,282/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,150/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,022/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Ware over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Ware

Recent reviews for independent living in Ware

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.

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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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at various communities, such as The Highlands, Cedarbrook Village at Ware, and Holiday Farmington. Families appreciate the warm reception and caregivers' dedication to making residents feel comfortable and at home.
Wide range of activities for socializing. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities, from arts and crafts to outings and entertainment. For example, at Keystone Commons, reviewers mention the numerous options for socializing and staying engaged, including movie nights, musical performa ...
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Consistent and detailed communication. Families praise the clear and consistent communication between community staff and residents and their loved ones. At Cedarbrook Village at Ware, for example, residents and their families appreciate the regular updates and dialogues about care needs and daily happenings, both in person and vir ...
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Modern and clean facilities. Reviews often highlight the cleanliness and modernity of the physical spaces at various communities, such as The Highlands, Goddard House, and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community. Residents and their families appreciate the well-maintained interiors and updated features, which contrib ...
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Accommodating to resident needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities, like Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday Quail Run Estates, and Camellia Gardens. Residents and their families report that staff make thoughtful adjustments to help meet individual needs an ...
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Variety of apartment sizes and prices. Reviews mention the availability of various apartment sizes and price points at communities like Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill, Holiday Farmington, and Magnolia Heights. This flexibility allows families to find an option that fits both their loved one's needs and budget.
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Ware independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ware independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ware, 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 Ware 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 Ware partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ware, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.2%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.7%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
9.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ware 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 Ware communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ware, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.2%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.3%
43.7%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ware 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 Ware offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ware, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.3%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
48%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.1%
54.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
37.2%
32.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.5%
46.5%
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Colebrook Village at Hebron, The Residence at Orchard Grove and Atria Draper Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ware, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 246 independent living facilities near Ware, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Ware, Massachusetts are Colebrook Village at Hebron, The Residence at Orchard Grove and Atria Draper Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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