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Sanderson Court is an excellent living community for Seniors. Rent is income based. The area is very safe. The apartments are well kept and roomy enough for an individual or couple. Management is responsive....
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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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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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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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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.
For more than fifty years, the Levine family (local family) has worked to create a loving environment based on traditional values that recognizes the unique needs and preferences of each of our residents.  We are small (Bed N' Breakfast Style) 18 residents.  We serve a population of the...
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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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I enjoyed my time at Bishop Broderick. Pleasant, friendly, caring staff. Nice apartment. Beautifully maintained grounds. Enjoyed the general atmosphere. Convenient set up and well built facility. Well...
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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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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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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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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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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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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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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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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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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.
MeadowView at Clifton Park is a beautiful senior housing community located in Rexford, New York in Saratoga County. As a modern building with impeccable landscaping and ample outdoor patio space and walking trails, residents will love calling our location home. Even better, we're only a few...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Hancock, MA

The average cost of senior living in Hancock is $3,868 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Hancock, MA with an average of $3,250 per month.

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

Hancock, MA
$3,868/mo

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

Hancock, MA
$3,868/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,898/mo
Independent Living
$3,868/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,765/mo
Studio
$5,197/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,845/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,277/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,775/mo

Senior living costs in Hancock 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: Hancock, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
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Community typeHancock, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$3,868/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,883/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,898/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hancock, MA:$3,868/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hancock, MA:$4,883/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hancock, MA:$4,898/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Hancock, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hancock 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hancock, MA$3,219/mo$3,476/mo-7.4%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hancock, MA
2024 average cost:$3,219/mo
2023 average cost:$3,476/mo
Percent change:-7.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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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 Hancock

Recent reviews for independent living in Hancock

Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY

5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.

Beechwood at Eddy Memorial in Troy, NY

4.8
I have been a Resident of Beechwood for over six years, but at this time of pandemic and destructive weather events I especially appreciate the "peace of mind" it allows me. Not having to worry about handling details of a healthy and safe environment is a blessing.

Promenade at University Place in Albany, NY

4.5
It's been great! The staff are wonderful. Everyone is helpful and compassionate. They were the only facility in the area that offers an ALP for if my Aunt's finances are such that she needs to such to Medicaid. Big plus and draw with that feature.

Hancock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hancock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hancock, 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 Hancock 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 Hancock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hancock, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hancock 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 Hancock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hancock, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
18.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hancock 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 Hancock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hancock, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
32.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.5%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
38.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.1%
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Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, Sweetwood of Williamstown and Ingersoll Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Hancock, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 177 independent living facilities near Hancock, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Hancock, Massachusetts are Ingersoll Place, Holiday Glenville and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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