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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Charles River Station, MA

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Photo of One Wingate Way East
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.
Photo of Fox Hill Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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7.0
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Really my only disappointment was with the senior staff once my mom moved in. They didn't check in during the first few days and also when she came back from a hospital stay (on hospice) they didn't check...
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.
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...
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.
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.
Photo of Willowbrook Manor Rest Home
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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Photo of Center Communities of Brookline
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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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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LIVED THERE FOR 1 YEAR IN INDEPENDENT LIVING
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.
Providing exceptional, quality housing and services while preserving the independence, rights and dignity of our residents in the most professional, respectful and caring manner. The Foley Senior Residences is an affordable independent and assisted living community that opened in the spring of...
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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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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.
We have two residential apartment communities in two convenient locations in Canton, MA. Canton Estates is for those who want spaciousness, convenience and comfort in a contemporary environment. We have short term leases available. Our locations are all easily accessible from Routes RT. 1, 128,...

Cost of independent living in Charles River Station, MA

The average cost of senior living in Charles River Station is $6,538 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mansfield Center, MA with an average of $5,943 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Charles River Station, MA vs. nearby cities

Charles River Station, MA
$6,538/mo
$6,565/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Charles River Station, MA vs. the state and national average

Charles River Station, MA
$6,538/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Charles River Station vs. other types of senior living

$7,003/mo
Independent Living
$6,538/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Charles River Station, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,812/mo
Studio
$7,720/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,111/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,543/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Charles River Station over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Charles River Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Charles River Station

Fairing Way - A Rice Eventide Community in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

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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Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, MA

5.0
Everyone has been very welcoming and warm. Very attentive and helpful ! There is always someone available 24/7 and always right there to help. The dining room is wonderful and the meals are great !

Charles River Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charles River Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charles River Station, 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 Charles River Station 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 Charles River Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charles River Station, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.6%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Charles River Station 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 Charles River Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charles River Station, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.1%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
52.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charles River Station 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 Charles River Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charles River Station, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
66.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
67.7%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.2%
46.1%
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Summer Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Charles River Station, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 77 independent living facilities near Charles River Station, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Charles River Station, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Summer Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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