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9.6
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48 reviews
9.6
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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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9.0
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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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9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our 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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5s across the board. The staff at The Arbors are attentive and friendly. Management is available when necessary. Communication has been good. And most importantly my mother is as happy and healthy as she can...
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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Staff is very caring, and full of nice surprises for the residents. As far as the food goes. I guess they have spoken with the current kitchen crew and some of the menu has started to change for the better.
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in South Athol, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Athol is $6,025 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,472 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Athol, MA, vs. nearby cities

South Athol, MA
$6,025/mo
$7,240/mo
$6,067/mo

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

South Athol, MA
$6,025/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in South Athol, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,025/mo
$6,025/mo

Assisted living costs in South Athol, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,100/mo
Studio
$5,521/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,771/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,600/mo

Senior living costs in South Athol 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: South Athol, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Athol, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$6,025/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,025/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$4,916/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
South Athol, MA:$6,025/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
South Athol, MA:$6,025/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
South Athol, MA:$4,916/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Athol, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Athol 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
South Athol, MA$6,222/mo$6,108/mo+1.9%
Massachusetts$6,179/mo$5,615/mo+10.0%
National$4,794/mo$4,555/mo+5.2%
South Athol, MA
2024 average cost:$6,222/mo
2023 average cost:$6,108/mo
Percent change:+1.9%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$6,179/mo
2023 average cost:$5,615/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,794/mo
2023 average cost:$4,555/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Athol, 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 South Athol.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Athol

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Athol

The Gables of Fitchburg

5.0
The place is beautiful the staff were excellent. It was a very nice place. My aunt was there for a year. She didn't like it. She ended up in a nursing home and she is thriving there. But, it has nothing to do with the gables. They were wonderful!

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

5.0
I come to Cedarbrook 2x monthly to host the four clinics. The staff are amazing their interactions with the residents go above beyond any other place I visited. The activities are fun and engaging. I would and have recommend celebrate to many.

The Arbors at Greenfield

5.0
RCAs are so kind, caring, helpful. They treat the residents like family. They go beyond 'the job' to ensure the person's safety and comfort, talk to them like friends, check in on them regularly throughout the day. The front desk ladies are wonderful and helpful. If you have a question or ...
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South Athol review score based on 28 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 6 South Athol assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Athol 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

South Athol review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
South Athol, MA6 facilities
8.7
Gardner, MA8 facilities
8.6
Amherst, MA140 facilities

Review subcategories for South Athol 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 28 reviews of 6 South Athol assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Athol 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.
South Athol, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.0
Friendliness
4.6
4.1
Care services
4.6
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
4.0
3.6
Activities
4.2
3.7
Value for cost*
4.2
3.7
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South Athol assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Athol assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Athol, 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 South Athol 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 South Athol that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
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
83.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Athol 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 South Athol Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
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
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Athol 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 South Athol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in South Athol 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 South Athol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Athol 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 South Athol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Athol, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Athol

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