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Photo of Wingate Residences at Haverhill
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Our one disappointing is the quality, and variety, of the food. We have dined there with mom quite a few times, and we would call it slightly better than cafeteria, or institutional food. That's the only...
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.
Wingate Residences at Haverhill is a state of the art, private, residential community with 64 apartments, offering 24 hour supportive care for seniors interested in maintaining active lifestyles while planning for future needs. The Neighborhood also includes 20 apartments with support for memory...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
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22 Floor plans available
9.3
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My mother was only there for about 7 weeks and then she passed. It was a wonderful place and they were very good to her. We had friends and family going in at all different times and the staff was always...
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 Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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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
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.
Bedford Falls is a welcoming assisted living community located in Bedford, New Hampshire of Hillsborough County. Our beautifully landscaped community allows residents to feel right at home while enjoying the cozy gazebo or relaxing on the patio with fellow residents and friends. Home of the...
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Photo of All American Assisted Living at Wrentham
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The facility and staff are excellent. I am completely satisfied with the care my mother is receiving. She began slowly failing a few months ago and she is now on hospice. I would also highly recommend the...
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 The Woods at Merrimack Retirement Community
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We picked because of the location overlooking golf course. Most attractive compared to other options. Nice entry, large rooms, washer, dryer in apartment and access to meals.
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.
Enjoy your golden years to the fullest at the most thoughtfully designed senior apartments in Methuen. The Woods at Merrimack is a new senior living community that offers the very best of retirement living for active seniors in the beautiful Merrimack Valley.Located a short drive from the sights...
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Overall family member has settled in nicely is assisted very well when needed. Staff is very friendly. Meals are good but he still complains sometimes. Activities are great and there are a variety of...
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.
Our goal at Granite Ledges of Concord is to provide assisted and senior living that surpasses the expectations of residents and their families. Over 70 seniors from different backgrounds and states call our community home. As the capital city of New Hampshire, our residents enjoy access to...
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From the initial meeting and tour through the re-visits to move in - the caring and engaged staff made this decision easy for my parents. The Director is fully engaged and visible as are the department...
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.
Artisan at Hudson - a great place to live the good life.We are owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by...
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77 Floor plans available
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It was a little more pricey than other places, but I would recommend. The staff is amazing. They accepted her quickly. She was hospitalized for a long time priori. It was also very nice and they people were...
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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44 Floor plans available
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I picked this community because it was the closest to me; in same area as her doctors/hospital; a little more upscale than other places I considered; could move in immediately.
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.
Maplewood at Weston is located along the Charles River in one of the most desirable suburbs in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil countryside, our community is just minutes from the many cultural attractions of Boston, including the Museum of Fine Arts and The Boston Symphony Orchestra. We...
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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.
Giving Tree Senior Living is a family-owned and operated Assisted Living Community located in Dracut, Massachusetts. We are established to serve older adults who still want to maintain a home-like environment as they age in place in an environment where their needs for dignity, privacy,...
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Photo of Dodge Park Rest Home
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My loved one was a resident at Dodge Park Rest Home and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. My experience with Dodge Park Rest Home was that they were a very reliable and honest...
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Chelmsford Crossings
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5 for all! This is a wonderful place to be! Yes, I often do recommend this community to other families! I try to always greet people who are touring to let them know how welcoming and fun it is to be here! I...
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.
Chelmsford Crossings is an award winning community located in the Merrimack Valley with easy access to both Rte. 495 and Rte. 3. We are a full service assisted living residence designed with quality services as well as affordability in mind. We offer a full array of services in a home-like...
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You feel like you just walked into a large family home. Clean, bright and friendly. Had lunch with a friend her while visiting and food was just like a nice restraunt. Everyone was happy and healthy. ...
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.
Welcome Home! Welcome to The Meetinghouse at Riverfront – a 55+ Independent Senior Living Community!At The Meetinghouse at Riverfront, we take pride in our abundant community features that support our residents desire for INDEPENDENT LIVING in a warm environment surrounded with friends. Residents...
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Photo of Greystone Farm at Salem
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Everyone is amazing, patient and caring. That he is comfortable and able to remain there without another transition. What stuck out about this facility initially was the full nursing and medical staffing...
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.
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
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Photo of Day Brook Village Senior Living
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I went to many senior living places for my demented mother who drinks too much. I picked DayBrook because the people seem quite normal. Not clinical, super cold and business like. Also they are still like...
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.
Day Brook Village Senior Living is an accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering a range of housing, healthcare and service options to meet residents’ changing needs. Residents enjoy a retirement lifestyle offering independent living, assistance in living and skilled...
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The staff is great. They take great care of the residents and some of them go above and beyond. The facility is a little run down in places but nothing excessive. It's just that the building has been there...
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.
Our progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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Photo of Tatnuck Park At Worcester
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I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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Nice place, great people. The only downside to the place is the individual hvacs are old, and need replacement parts that apparently are very hard to get. So the heat is always on.
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 Robbins Brook in Acton, 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...
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I give a 5 for all categories. I know the place is expensive, but I can't compare overall value vs. cost to other places because I don't have any other experience with other places.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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My aunt seems really happy here. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the environment feels clean and organized. She's made many friends and enjoys the activities they have. Definitely recommend checking...
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.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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I made the right decision coming to live at Evan Park, the staff is caring. The food is delicious the activities is wonderful. I highly recommend this place to your loved ones.
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.
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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My loved one would rather the meals and dining service category much lower! However, my siblings and I feel that my mom is safe in her living situation and we no longer need to worry about her. Staff 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.
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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My mother really likes it The facility is clean, organized, and the staff genuinely care about the residents. Everything is amazing, but the price is astronomical.
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.
Located in historic Ashland, our beautiful community boasts easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, I-495 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments for 84 residents; a combination of 29 studio, 29 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom...
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My mother in law doesn't participate in the activities but they have a lot to offer. The overall experience has been excellent and it is very clean there. the people that live there are very friendly.
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.
Quality Care Today and TomorrowIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in comfort and quality care, prepare to savor the good life. Nestled on more than 100 acres in Framingham, Massachusetts, our community offers a wonderful quality of...
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Really like the cottage living, and the surrounding areas for taking walks, the closeness of the shopping food and retail stores, the quietness of the area. The activities are limited (bingo, coffee & pizza...
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.
PLEASE NOTE: ALL SCHEDULED TOURS MUST BE CONFIRMED BY TELEPHONE.
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Cost of independent living in Gardner, MA

The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $6,207 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Monson Center, MA with an average of $4,454 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gardner, MA vs. nearby cities

Gardner, MA
$6,207/mo
$5,817/mo

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

Gardner, MA
$6,207/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gardner vs. other types of senior living

$7,237/mo
Independent Living
$6,207/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gardner, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,234/mo
Studio
$7,051/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,160/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,952/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,824/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gardner over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gardner

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardner

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 !

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Gardner independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardner, 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 Gardner 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 Gardner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardner, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
46.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gardner 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 Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardner, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
39.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.8%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardner 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 Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardner, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.7%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gardner, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 353 independent living facilities near Gardner, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Gardner, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Residences at Highland Glen. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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