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This is an excellent community for my mom. The staff is always caring and attentive to her needs. I like that they are always making sure that she is engaging with the other residents. The community is very...
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.
Landmark at Longwood is a memory care and assisted living community located in the city of Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Our community is located at the epicenter of academics and is also proximal to the coastline. Boston is an ideal destination for family and friends who come to visit...
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My loved one was here for a month or two and when I visited a couple of times, everything looked fine. It seemed clean and the staffing was good. I would definitely recommend Stone Hill at Andover to...
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.
Stone Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in picturesque Andover, MA is just off I-495 and minutes from the quaint shops and restaurants of historical downtown Andover. Stone Hill is proud to offer independent living, assisted living and a specialized program focusing on Alzheimer’s...
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She really likes it. They have done a good job. The food is pretty good. I think they could be a little more proactive with getting her up and walking her around, that kind of thing, being proactive with...
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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.
Live Well With Peace of Mind The Woodward provides a warm, home-like environment where individuals can live with dignity, continue to enrich their lives, and participate in their community. Our care staff is well trained to meet the needs of our residents, overseeing medications and assisting...
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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
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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.
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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I think the Fuller Village is a wonderful place. My loved one is happy there. She's doing very well. The food is adequate. It's a nice community. The staff has been wonderful. It has been a positive...
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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.
At Fuller Village, we believe life at any age should be enjoyed to the fullest. Just as every person is unique, we believe your lifestyle should be tailored to your interests, your needs... and your budget. That was the founding philosophy when Fuller Village was founded in 1997 and remains a...
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Overall it has been a good experience, but they need more people for assistance and need to work some on training the staff that are there.
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.
Cornerstone at Canton offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living, ConnectedLIFE, an open campus memory support program for Assisted Living residents who have Mild Cognitive Impairment, and a state-of-the-art secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® affiliated with the Boston...
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Carlyle admitted my mother for respite care on a weekend. Everyone we interacted with was kind and compassionate during this stressful period. This respite experience ended up being more like a therapeutic...
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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.
Carlyle Place, one of four centers under The Courville Communities umbrella is a single-level, state of New Hampshire licensed Assisted Living Center. Located at the 293/101 W interchange in Bedford, NH, Carlyle Place is easily accessible from the major highways. Tucked away in Bedford, NH, we...
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I would like to thank the people at the Warde assisted living facility for providing my father with a home away from home while my family members who provide for his care were away. For the brief stay that...
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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.
Warde Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Windham, NH. It is close to shopping centers, community social facilities and has health care center within the facility, allowing residents to maintain a healthy lifestyle in a home like setting. Residents receive three meals a...
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We're happy with this place overall. They have activities/bingo and exercise class regularly. They also have occasional entertainment (less with Covid). Trips to shopping and some attractions. Staff is very...
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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.
Opened in 2008 and located in one of the most charming communities in the State of New Hampshire, Bentley Senior Living is a state of the art community that offers a full compliment of amenities and supportive services designed to maximize independence and encourage a healthy, active lifestyle. ...
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We like the care that is received. The staff are nice and caring to her needs. We like the menu and the good variety that is offered and they will help with any special needs if required. I like knowing that...
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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.
Just like the gas-lit streets of Charlestown, Zelma Lacey House lights your life with care! This beautiful Assisted Living community of 66 studio and one-bedroom apartment homes, many with affordable programs, is situated in the heart of Boston's historic Charlestown neighborhood-- and within...
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It seems like a nice place to take care of my loved one. She's still getting used to it. But overall, we're pretty happy with the service so far. The staff are pretty good, although I think they could be...
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.
Forestdale Park, located at the site of Malden’s former McFadden Manor, opened its doors in 2018 as the newest Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Residence.The community features Independent Living apartments, and studio and one bedroom Assisted Living apartments that feature our...
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I just want to say thank you for all you had done for my sister. I’m so happy that she was finally content living at Grace Morgan House. You have created a wonderful, warm home for all your residents. Your...
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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.
The Grace Morgan House is a 25 Resident, independently owned and operated assisted living residence located in Methuen, Massachusetts. The size of the Grace Morgan House leads naturally to highly personalized relationships between staff, residents and families and individualized care at a...
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The staff members are always checking on my dad and encouraging him to get up and go to participate in activities. They have a ton of activities provided and they do things like happy hour, they have a pub,...
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.
Most people know Brightview North Andover because we are located at the former Boston Ski Hill. But what they might not know is that in the summer there’s a meadow that’s home to an endangered butterfly preserve, and you have access to many trails in the nearby state park. This is life at...
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The staff has opened their arms & welcomed my Mom. They listen to her concerns and address them in the best way to help her. They give a family feel to her assisted living care.
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.
Prospect House is an assisted living community located in the oceanfront neighborhood of Revere. Opened in 2002, the house features 109 apartments and offers a staff of trained professionals and state-of-the-art services. New Spring Senior Communities is a group of four unique Massachusetts...
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I would highly recommend this facility, especially after seeing other places. The staff is very warm and friendly. They will recommend a mover who is pretty cheap. The housekeeping is great. They do laundry...
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.
At Christopher Heights of Attleboro, our goal is to provide a comfortable, caring and uplifting atmosphere, where each resident’s rights, dignity, and individuality are treated with the utmost respect. We accomplish this by dedicating ourselves to the physical and emotional welfare of all those...
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My brother is doing well since moving into Darlington. The staff seem to know him and talk to him like he was family. This is an older victorian home merged with a home next store. Before he moved in they...
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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.
Darlington has four different facilities including 2 traditional assisted living , 2 memory care units and an independent living . Our staff have ongoing education on Dementia care, elder care, communication skills , medications and many more. All of our staff are CPR certified including our...
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I have only been in the facility twice since we have moved my mom in here. She has been taken care of well and we are really pleased with our experience so far. With covid we cannot visit, but they have been...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Assisted Living at Beaver Lake Lodge is a New Facility located on 7 acres overlooking Beaver Lake. Spacious Private Rooms and built with all the latest Life Safety amenities, it is rated as one of The Nicest Small Bed Facilities in New England. Owned and operated by Karen4Elders, LLC, Karen and...
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My dad doesn't care too much for the food, so I find myself doing a lot of Uber Eats to satisfy his appetite. While Fenno House is on the lower end for pricing in the area, you get what you pay for. Yes, I...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Fenno House has provided senior housing in the Wollaston section of Quincy for 42 years. Developed by Wollaston Lutheran Church and HUD, Fenno is not-for-profit and non-sectarian. Our residents come primarily from Boston and South Shore towns. Fenno House has offered certified Assisted Living for...
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I have lived at Birch Hill, Independent Living, for over 1 year. I love my apartment and I have grown very fond of the residents I live among. My activities here augment my time in the community where I...
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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.
As the only Continuing Care Retirement Community in the greater Manchester, New Hampshire area, Birch Hill Terrace offers an exciting, modern approach to senior living. Birch Hill is the perfect option for people seeking an independent lifestyle, or the warm and caring atmosphere offered in...
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My Mom has been living at The Residence for 18 months and she is thriving. Her quality of life has improved significantly after moving from an apartment where she lived alone. She engages in many activities...
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.
The Residence at Five Corners is located in the heart of Easton's Five Corners neighborhood, with close proximity to many of the town's historic landmarks, and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 84 apartments for 90 residents; a combination of 32...
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The transition of my Mom from her home to the Heights Crossing Memory Care Unit has been wonderful. The entire staff has been compassionate and caring working with our family during this difficult time. The...
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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.
At Heights Crossing, we’ve mastered the art of living well! We offer the highest quality Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®.We work hard to make every corner of the residence feel like your home, including our common areas. We’ve designed for gracious...
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Overall it has been a good experience. The staff seems quite good in general. The apartment is nice. My loved one had a couple of maintenance things here and there, but they were right on top of it and...
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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.
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They were FANTASTIC to work with when my uncle was alive they bent over backwards for him. HOWEVER when he passed [date removed] I was owed a substantial refund because I prepaid and he passed a lot quicker...
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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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Today is my one year anniversary of living here and I am beyond happy with everything. The building itself is well kept, clean and ultra safe. The apartments are spacious. The staff is helpful and friendly....
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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.
Coliseum Seniors II is a popular senior apartment community for seniors in Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. Nashua is the second largest city in New Hampshire and offers a plethora of activities to entertain you and your guests. Filled with historic architecture, this city is close to...
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Waterstone at Wellesley is a terrific community. We enjoy living here as well as the residents. A very warm, welcoming community! We recommend highly!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located along the banks of the Charles River, Waterstone at Wellesley is a premier senior living community offering both independent living and assisted living. Here, a world of luxury, attentive service and convenience come together to support and inspire a rewarding, carefree life.Residents of...

Cost of independent living in Brooks, MA

The average cost of senior living in Brooks is $6,021 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monson Center, MA with an average of $4,459 per month.

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

Brooks, MA
$6,021/mo
$5,954/mo

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

Brooks, MA
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U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$6,697/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Brooks, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,139/mo
Studio
$6,839/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,017/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,801/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,240/mo

Senior living costs in Brooks 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: Brooks, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrooks, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,021/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,695/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,697/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Brooks, MA:$6,021/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Brooks, MA:$6,695/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Brooks, MA:$6,697/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Brooks, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Brooks 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brooks, MA$4,085/mo$3,817/mo+7.0%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Brooks, MA
2024 average cost:$4,085/mo
2023 average cost:$3,817/mo
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2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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.

What families are saying about independent living in Brooks

Recent reviews for independent living in Brooks

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

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.

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Brooks independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brooks independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brooks, 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 Brooks 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 Brooks partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brooks, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
46.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.4%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Brooks 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 Brooks communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brooks, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brooks 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 Brooks offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brooks, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.4%
47%
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