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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Nichewaug, MA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Nichewaug area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Nichewaug. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 13 independent living facilities in Nichewaug, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Indian Hill-North Village, Indian Orchard and Montvale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Worcester, Amherst and Greenfield.
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9.8
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43 reviews
I come to Cedarbrook 2x monthly to host the four clinics. The staff are amazing their interactions with the residents go above beyond any other place I visited. The activities are fun and engaging. I would...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.9
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3 reviews
Mom spent the winter of '23-24 at this assisted living home - on the social plan. She was treated with dignity and respect by the loving and caring staff. "CLEAN" has always been an extremely high priority...
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.
Our Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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8.9
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7 reviews
The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
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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8.0
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12 reviews
My mother received excellent friendly care. They had great communication with me as her health care proxy. The premises were always very clean. They got her interested in going to the dining hall for meals...
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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.
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.
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: 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.
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in Nichewaug, MA
The average cost of senior living in Nichewaug is $5,457 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $3,916 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nichewaug, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Nichewaug, MA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Nichewaug, MA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Nichewaug
Recent reviews for independent living in Nichewaug
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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Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA
5.0
We don't have any complaints about the building/staff/services. Our experience with Manor on the Hill has been wonderful. They worked with us in the beginning and reassured us this will be her "forever home" We didn't think we'd be able to afford assisted living, but everything worked out for ...
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Keystone Commons in Ludlow, MA
4.6
It's a great place but it is so over the top expensive. I don't know how anyone can afford it for long and you really never know how long. Staff are great and the activities are fun.
Nichewaug independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nichewaug independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nichewaug, 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 Nichewaug 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 Nichewaug partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nichewaug, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Nichewaug 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 Nichewaug communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nichewaug, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nichewaug 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 Nichewaug offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nichewaug, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
8.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Gables of Fitchburg and Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nichewaug, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Nichewaug, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Nichewaug, Massachusetts is Cedarbrook Village at Ware. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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