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Photo of The Arbors at Amherst
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The upper floor is extremely hot in the winter. There are not individual controls that are working in the rooms. As in any facility some staff members go above and beyond their duties. The facility itself 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.
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My mother moved into Cedarbrook village in July. Before that she had been living alone at home but growing health issues made it clear she could no longer do so safely. We weren’t sure how she would adjust...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
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Beautiful place very nice people great staff lots of activities i give it 5. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Our Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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What we like the most about the community is just knowing they are getting the care they need and that they offer different levels of care based on individual needs. Everyone there is so nice and they really...
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,...
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Mother was treated as a human being not an old person just waiting to die. The facilities are top notch and staff is outstanding treating Mom as family. The rooms are all good size and amenities like the Pub...
Provides: Assisted 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.
We offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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The staff are attentive and respectful toward the residents. I get somewhat frustrated that labeled clothing gets mixed with others' or disappears during laundering, so my Mom runs short of changes.
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.
Linda Manor Assisted Living is an assisted living community, located in the quiet, historic village of Leeds, MA. This modern community is situated in a wooded setting, near transportation for shopping and appointments. Leeds, a part of the City of Northampton, MA, is nestled in the Berkshire...
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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.
Rockridge, a not-for-profit Retirement Community, provides singles and couples 62 or older with a rewarding lifestyle on a magnificent 12-acre site adjacent to Fitzgerald Lake Conservation area in Northampton, MA. Established in 1971, the Rockridge grounds are beautifully landscaped and allow...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Pelham, MA

The average cost of senior living in Pelham is $5,553 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,472 per month.

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

Pelham, MA
$5,553/mo
$6,067/mo

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

Pelham, MA
$5,553/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,553/mo
$5,553/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,618/mo
Studio
$6,304/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,331/mo

Senior living costs in Pelham 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: Pelham, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typePelham, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$5,553/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,553/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,742/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pelham, MA:$5,553/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pelham, MA:$5,553/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pelham, MA:$4,742/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pelham, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pelham 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 Pelham, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pelham 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
Pelham, MA$6,294/mo$5,963/mo+5.6%
Massachusetts$6,634/mo$6,091/mo+8.9%
National$5,061/mo$4,708/mo+7.5%
Pelham, MA
2024 average cost:$6,294/mo
2023 average cost:$5,963/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$6,634/mo
2023 average cost:$6,091/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,061/mo
2023 average cost:$4,708/mo
Percent change:+7.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pelham, 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 Pelham.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pelham

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pelham

Prosper at Monastery Height in West Springfield, MA

4.3
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 some time in August. My sister just received a window a/c unit just last week! I would ...
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Armbrook Village in Westfield, MA

4.8
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!

East Village Place in East Longmeadow, MA

4.6
We brought my my mother-in-law to East Village Place after visits to three area memory care centers and 6 months of trying to convince her husband that this was a better option for her than he could give her himself in their home. Her behavior had become erratic and his frustrations very real. ...
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Pelham review score based on 34 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 34 reviews of 8 Pelham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pelham 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

Pelham review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Pelham, MA8 facilities
8.7
Amherst, MA140 facilities
7.9
Northampton, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Pelham 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 34 reviews of 8 Pelham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pelham 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.
Pelham, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.0
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Pelham assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pelham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pelham, 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 Pelham 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 Pelham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pelham, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.5%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pelham 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 Pelham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pelham, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pelham 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 Pelham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pelham, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
62.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in Pelham 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 Pelham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pelham, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pelham 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 Pelham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pelham, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
75%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pelham

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 Pelham protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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