About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia.
Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Home Care Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home. Complete guide to home careBest of 2024 Home Care Winners
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
More About Veterans Benefits
Senior Living Awards
How Our Service Works
Caregiver ResourcesAdd Review(866) 374-4058
Talk to a local advisor for FREE
10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hampden, MA
If your loved one needs memory care in Hampden, A Place for Mom can help. With 14 memory care facilities in Hampden, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Hampden incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Hampden memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Hampden, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Upper Albany, Asylum Hill and Clay Arsenal.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Holyoke and Manchester.
Hampden Memory Care Facilities | 340 Reviews
Showing 14 communities
Last Updated: 11/6/24
Sort by
Filter by
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
9.4
Review score
27 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1616 Photos available
9.1
Review score
56 reviews
Our experience has been excellent , we feel comfortable knowing that mom is being watched over and cared for. If there are any concerns about mom the staff will immediately call us to discuss any issues....
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 Reserve at East Longmeadow is a new and exceptional assisted living and memory care community in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. East Longmeadow is a beautiful city just outside of Springfield, one of the 'greenest' cities in the country with over 2,400 acres of parks. Springfield is also the...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
77 Photos available
8.5
Review score
29 reviews
There is a new Director just coming on board. Theses ratings are based on the previous Director. I am already seeing positive changes with the Interim and new Director and hope they will continue. Hopefully...
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.
Keystone Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA. Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live. Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
154 reviews
We are really happy. She is very comfortable and has met a few people. She has been painting a lot and sharing her paintings with the place which I think is really really positive. I would recommend it to...
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.
Be inspired to live life to the fullest when taking up residence at The Wellington at Springfield. Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Springfield, MA Sixteen Acres/East Longmeadow/Wilbraham line, enriches the lives of seniors by providing an environment that is...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
99 Photos available
8.2
Review score
12 reviews
The overall experience was a life saver. We could visit her anytime yet it wasn't as stressful for everyone, and it was getting way too much for my father in law to handle. Most of the time the facility was...
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.
Find the level of care you deserve at All American Assisted Living in Enfield. With the help of our personalized lifestyles and a broad selection of services and amenities, you will live in comfort, ease, and grace.We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.Our goal is to have...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.2
Review score
33 reviews
My mom is so very happy at Orchard Valley. The administrative staff is very flexible and easy to work with. My mom loves the food and the many activities that take place. The staff that takes care of her 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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1313 Photos available
7.0
Review score
1 review
My mother does not participate in any activities, her Alzheimer's is limiting her ability to participate For value for cost - we are paying [price removed]/ month. That is more than her last location, but...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
At East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living, our specialized memory care community provides an ideal and homelike setting. Our beautiful newly renovated building in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts offers families the confidence that their loved one can experience the best that each day...
8.0
Review score
26 reviews
Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for East Longmeadow provides quality healthcare to our community in a JCAHO-accredited facility designed for people who have complex medical conditions or are recovering from surgery or illness. Each resident receives ongoing healthcare assessments from our...
55 Photos available
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.
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...
Our free advisors can help
- Compare local facilities
- Determine care type
- Schedule tours
- Evaluate pricing
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.
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...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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
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.
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.
Viewing 1-14 out of 14 communities
Cost of memory care in Hampden, MA
The average cost of senior living in Hampden is $5,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northampton, MA with an average of $5,578 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hampden, MA vs. nearby cities
Hampden, MA
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hampden, MA vs. the state and national average
Hampden, MA
U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hampden vs. other types of senior living
Memory Care
Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Hampden, MA by room type
Semi-Private
Studio
1 Bedroom
2 Bedroom
Average cost of Memory Care in Hampden over time
Hampden, MAMA stateNational
Discover the many ways to pay for senior living
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Your Guide to Paying for Care
Plan for and know your options for how to cover long-term care expenses.
Your Guide to VA Benefits
The VA provides two veterans benefits that can be used to offset the costs of long-term care.
Medicare and Medicaid
Understand the difference between these two public pay options, and what they cover.
What families are saying about memory care in Hampden
Recent reviews for memory care in Hampden
Brookdale West Hartford
4.5
We chose Brookdale West Hartford because I knew the sales rep. We needed to make a quick move and they were amenable to everything we requested and it is was in a good location as well. The staff are very accommodating. The sales staff, nurses, activity director, CNA's - everybody. My only ...
Read more
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.
Brookdale South Windsor
5.0
They have done a really good job at keeping me informed. My mom is in the memory care unit, so there is a lot of extra care that is involved. But they do a good job of staying on top of any issues that arise. We decided to have her care transferred from her primary care doctor to the doctor ...
Read more
Hampden review score based on 55 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 55 reviews of 14 Hampden memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Hampden review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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
Hampden review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Hampden memory care
When memory care 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 55 reviews of 14 Hampden memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hampden resident and family memory care 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.Hampden, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
Hampden memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hampden memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hampden, 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 Hampden memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Hampden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Hampden memory care
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 Hampden Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
64.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hampden memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hampden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
64.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
64.3%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select dining options in Hampden memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hampden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Availability of select programs and activities in Hampden memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Hampden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hampden, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
46.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Arbors of Hop Brook and Southwick Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Hampden, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 14 memory care facilities near Hampden, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Hampden, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Arbors of Hop Brook and Southwick Village. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 14 memory care facilities near you in Hampden, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hampden, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Hampden, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Hampden, Massachusetts ranges from $7 to $273400. The average Memory Care cost in Hampden, Massachusetts is $5,795. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Hampden, Massachusetts typically starts at $7. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
More questions?
Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.
Memory Care in Cities Near Hampden
- Springfield, Massachusetts
- Holyoke, Massachusetts
- Manchester, Connecticut
- South Windsor, Connecticut
- East Longmeadow, Massachusetts
- Windsor Locks, Connecticut
- Westfield, Massachusetts
- Northampton, Massachusetts
- Granby, Connecticut
- Chicopee, Massachusetts
- Simsbury, Connecticut
- Bloomfield, Connecticut
- Agawam, Massachusetts
- South Hadley, Massachusetts
- Wilbraham, Massachusetts
- East Windsor, Connecticut
- Southwick, Massachusetts
- Belchertown, Massachusetts
- Sturbridge, Massachusetts
- Mansfield, Connecticut
More options near Hampden, Massachusetts
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top