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Photo of The Village At Willow Crossings
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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51 reviews
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The staff have been extremely kind, take the time with residents to insure they are safe and well cared for, they know residents by name and what their care needs are, this includes the housekeeping staff 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.
The Village at Willow Crossings is an active Senior community situated on a 20-acre woodland campus in the heart of Mansfield, MA. Manicured gardens grace the winding drives that travel through the picturesque campus, accented by the white picket fences of the charming cottage neighborhood. The...
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Photo of Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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42 reviews
9.5
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42 reviews
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Have been here 7 months. When I first got here I did not like it because I was at my home for 35 years and 19 of those alone. I am now here and very happy here because of the staff and accessibility of...
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 Holiday Bluebird Estates
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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48 reviews
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I've noticed that many here seem better suited for assisted living-probably around 75% use walkers, and quite a few have aides. It's a caring and friendly community overall, but it feels more like a home for...
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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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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42 reviews
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We moved my father into the work, crossing at the end of June. He has been very happy with the service and the staff there. He calls me almost daily to rave about the food. It’s a clean friendly environment...
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 Billerica CrossingsAssisted Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsBenchmark Senior Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica Crossings in Billerica, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need...
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9.4
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It's a fortune but nothing to compare it to. Thank god for long term care. Notes: food really is awful Staff: too much mgmt turnover. Most are very pleasant, dedicated and helpful. Right now there is one...
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.
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, 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 from doctor’s...
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1515 Photos available
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What we like the most about the community is that it is a beautiful facility, and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Yes, I would recommend Halcyon West Bay to others based on the experience we have...
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You...
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9.4
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The staff are all super caring and friendly. They all remember you and your name, where you sit for dinner, your preferences for meals, and go out of their way helping.
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Cabot Park Village offers Seniors an opportunity to live independently, while enjoying a truly carefree lifestyle. Just a short walk from Newtonville Center, Cabot Park Village's location offers residents a wide array of social and cultural activities. Residents enjoy pursuing their interests...
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9.4
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9.4
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5 on each. Small and the personal care is wonderful. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN! Exclusively created to celebrate you, your wisdom, your spirit, and your life — The Highlands on the East Side is a newly designed Assisted Living residence with all the comforts of home...and more! We pride ourselves as being the value choice for senior living by offering...
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99 Photos available
9.4
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42 reviews
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5 for everything. They were so good to my mom and our family. We would absolutely recommend Anchor Bay at Pocasset to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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Photo of The Enclave of Franklin Assisted Living and Memory Care Community
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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48 reviews
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We are very happy with the care, food and admin... turnover of staff is an issue but NOT a problem... we are very satisfied with the care & stimulation Dad receives daily. The food is very delicious and well...
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.
Set in Norfolk County in the historic town of Franklin, The Enclave of Franklin is a senior living community where older adults can live comfortably and more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options, The Enclave of...
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Photo of The Residence at Great Woods
99 Photos available
9.4
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40 reviews
9.4
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40 reviews
5 star
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My father is very happy living at Great Woods. The food is excellent and he loves sitting out in the sun and reading his book. He hasn’t participated much in activities as he is still getting familiar with...
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and receiving just the right amount of support to have your best day everyday! The Residence at Great Woods is the area's premier assisted living community located in...
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Photo of Magnolia Heights
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9.3
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44 reviews
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I have lived at Magnolia Heights for two years and very satisfied with the whole place The managers are helpful and caring , the food is excellent and even includes desserts Activities are many The...
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.
We believe that Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Magnolia Heights, our management...
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Photo of The Branches of North Attleboro
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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It's clean welcoming warm and safe. Food is amazing and they bend over backwards to accommodate my Dad. Definitely would recommend it. They need more chairs or benches out front near the smoking area. Lots...
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 Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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The staff is very nice and friendly and helpful--the facility is nice and clean--the location is really nice--easy to get onto major routes and to hospitals--my major concern is that it takes too long for...
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 Shrewsbury Crossings enjoy the pleasure of a close-knit community, the privacy of a spacious apartment home, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our staff is always available to cater to their individual needs. Our spacious assisted living apartments have room for favorite...
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Photo of Chapel Hill Senior LivingCommunity card badge
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My grandmother recently moved in. I am blown away by how remarkably clean it is. I stayed for lunch and a musical presentation. The food was great and I had such a good time, watching the residents and...
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.
Chapel HIll is a luxury senior living community in the tranquil village of Chapel Four Corners in Cumberland, Providence County, Rhode Island. Our community is located just off Route 295, offering a convenient and short drive from the major cities of Providence, Boston, New Haven and Hartford....
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Photo of Brookmeadow at Blue Hills
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They were engaging. My wife just didn't want to engage. The second thing was the staff they could've found different ways to engage her to get things done. The patrons over that facility are too old for her...
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.
Exceptional Living Spaces Suited for Later LifeThe exceptional design of this senior living community is in keeping with the aesthetics and high standards expected of every property managed by Everbrook Senior Living.Brookmeadow at Blue Hills features 91 units of rental senior living offering...
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Photo of Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard
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My grandmother is very happy there. She has become very active and is socializing more than ever. Staff are very kind and helpful.
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences Living on Blackstone Boulevard is located in one of Rhode...
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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
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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.
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 Connect55 Plus Manchester
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It was a great experience. We moved in very quickly. In 2 weeks we were in a beautiful apartment with everything we wanted. I rate our experience a "5"
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of The Branches of Marlboro
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.2
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Staff are excellent. Room is good size but limit what you can have. Activity Director engaged with residents all day. She is excellent . Could use more activities directed for the men. Food on Memory side...
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 Orchard Valley At Wilbraham
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Staff was kind and attentive, activities were plentiful, the rooms were good size. It's a great place for someone who has difficulty walking long distances as it is not a big place, but it is well taken care...
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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It's new and clean with very nice staff and residents. The food is very good, especially compared to the previous place I lived. The activities are very good, but it's hard to please everyone. I live in...
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 Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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My Mom (92 years old with long term dementia, wheelchair) has spent the past year in "The Harbor", the secure Memory Care Unit at Nashua Crossings. It has been the best experience for both of us! Mom 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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings in Nashua, NH 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...
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Photo of The Willows at Worcester
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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My mom is very happy. She likes the people there and is starting to join in on some of the activities and has enjoyed them so far. She said the food is good. The staff have been helpful and accommodating....
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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66 Floor plans available
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My mother appreciates the library and book club, topics club, etc. The resident garden club has multiple rose and flower beds on the property and a lovely plant/flower room on the fourth floor. There is also...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Brookfield, MA

The average cost of senior living in Brookfield is $5,679 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,215 per month.

Independent living costs in Brookfield, MA, vs. nearby cities

Brookfield, MA
$5,679/mo
$4,684/mo

Independent living costs in Brookfield, MA, vs. state and national averages

Brookfield, MA
$5,679/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Brookfield, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,645/mo
Independent Living
$5,679/mo

Independent living costs in Brookfield, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,097/mo
Studio
$6,493/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,636/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,357/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,240/mo

Senior living costs in Brookfield 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: Brookfield, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrookfield, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,679/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,648/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,645/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Brookfield, MA:$5,679/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Brookfield, MA:$6,648/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Brookfield, MA:$6,645/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Brookfield, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Brookfield 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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Independent living cost trends in Brookfield, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brookfield 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
Brookfield, MA$3,936/mo$3,871/mo+1.7%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Brookfield, MA
2024 average cost:$3,936/mo
2023 average cost:$3,871/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Brookfield

Recent reviews for independent living in Brookfield

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

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.

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.

Brookfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield 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 Brookfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookfield, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookfield 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 Brookfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookfield, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
43.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookfield 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 Brookfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookfield, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.1%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
54.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.6%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Colebrook Village at Hebron are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brookfield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 365 independent living facilities near Brookfield, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Brookfield, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Colebrook Village at Hebron. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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