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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Carlisle, MA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 32 independent living facilities in Carlisle, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Cost of independent living in Carlisle, MA

The average cost of senior living in Carlisle is $6,631 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leominster, MA with an average of $5,767 per month.

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

Carlisle, MA
$6,631/mo
$6,752/mo

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

Carlisle, MA
$6,631/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$7,218/mo
Independent Living
$6,631/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,232/mo
Studio
$9,493/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,410/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,248/mo

Senior living costs in Carlisle 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: Carlisle, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarlisle, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,631/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$7,205/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,218/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carlisle, MA:$6,631/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Carlisle, MA:$7,205/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Carlisle, MA:$7,218/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Carlisle, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Carlisle 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
Carlisle, MA$3,936/mo$3,831/mo+2.7%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Carlisle, MA
2024 average cost:$3,936/mo
2023 average cost:$3,831/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
Massachusetts
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 Carlisle

Recent reviews for independent living in Carlisle

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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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.

Carlisle independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carlisle independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carlisle, 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 Carlisle 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 Carlisle partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carlisle, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carlisle 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 Carlisle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carlisle, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carlisle 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 Carlisle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carlisle, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.7%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carlisle, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Carlisle, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Carlisle, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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