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Best Memory Care Assisted Living facility out there. All inclusive pricing and excellent staff. Beautiful 4 star skilled nursing facility on the campus as well offering a full continuum of care. A hidden...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Wingate Residences at Weston is ideally located overlooking the Charles River. We have an onsite hair salon, Greenhouse and Patio area. We offer a full recreational program that meets the needs of the individual resident. Our community offers 24-hour skilled nursing for short and long term 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.
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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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.
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The staff has been very good. The food is pretty good. The price is very affordable. My loved one is very comfortable, pretty content and happy to be there. I picked this community because the location is...
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.
The Arbors is unique in that it is a third-generation family owned and run business with a well-established work ethic and the drive to make a difference in people’s lives. Fairness is of the utmost importance for family, pricing, staffing and residents. They work hard to provide a quality...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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 Newton is a 202-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). We serve the Newton community with postacute care, rehabilitation therapy and long-term care in a cheerful, pleasant atmosphere. Our facility...
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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.
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My 95 year old father was there for the last three months of his life. He was quite active, always wanted to move around and talk. They were always kind to him and someone was always near him to make sure...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential 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.
The Dorothy Frances Home is an alternative living arrangement designed to meet the specific needs of the individual with Alzheimer's or other dementia's. It is not a nursing home, but rather a dignified, supportive community dedicated to making a very positive impact on the lives of those we...
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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.
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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We toured many places and this was the only that catered to Chinese people. The manager there is Asian. He told me there are trying to be all Asian residents soon. They have special staff here that do...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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Cost of assisted living in Nichewaug, MA

The average cost of senior living in Nichewaug is $6,694 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,472 per month.

Assisted living costs in Nichewaug, MA, vs. nearby cities

Nichewaug, MA
$6,694/mo
$7,240/mo
$6,067/mo

Assisted living costs in Nichewaug, MA, vs. state and national averages

Nichewaug, MA
$6,694/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Nichewaug, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,694/mo
$6,689/mo

Assisted living costs in Nichewaug, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,290/mo
Studio
$6,705/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,080/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,711/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,091/mo

Senior living costs in Nichewaug vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Nichewaug, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNichewaug, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$6,694/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,689/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,460/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Nichewaug, MA:$6,694/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Nichewaug, MA:$6,689/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Nichewaug, MA:$5,460/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Nichewaug, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Nichewaug and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Nichewaug, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Nichewaug have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Nichewaug, MA$6,837/mo$6,540/mo+4.5%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Nichewaug, MA
2024 average cost:$6,837/mo
2023 average cost:$6,540/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Nichewaug, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Nichewaug.

What families are saying about assisted living in Nichewaug

Recent reviews for assisted living in Nichewaug

Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

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.

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Nichewaug review score based on 769 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 769 reviews of 159 Nichewaug assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Nichewaug review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Nichewaug review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Nichewaug assisted living

When assisted living 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 769 reviews of 159 Nichewaug assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Nichewaug resident and family assisted living 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.
Nichewaug, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Nichewaug assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nichewaug assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nichewaug, 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 Nichewaug assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Nichewaug that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
54.7%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.6%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.1%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Nichewaug assisted living

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 Nichewaug Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nichewaug assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Nichewaug 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
49.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Nichewaug assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Nichewaug communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nichewaug assisted 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 assisted living communities in Nichewaug offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
71.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.9%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
68.6%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
39.6%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Nichewaug

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Nichewaug protect seniors.
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Atria Draper Place, Artisan at Hudson and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Nichewaug, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 178 assisted living facilities near Nichewaug, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Nichewaug, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Spring Village at Summerhill and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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