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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Nobscot, MA

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Photo of Sunrise of Weston
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This place is awesome and I love the fact that they call it a Bed and Breakfast. That is exactly how they treat there residents as well. There are fresh flowers at every dining room table for ever meal. ...
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.
Sunrise of Weston has been serving the needs of seniors and their families since 1997 in our historic home, formerly known as the Drabbington Inn and later as the Westonian Inn. Famous for a homelike ambiance, Sunrise of Weston offers 29 apartments, each of which has a private bathroom with a...
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Overall the staff was very good. Especially the leadership team in the memory unit where my mom was. The food was fine and they did some activities but as you know they are limited in memory care.
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at The Commons is a state-of-the-art assisted living community for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia and is located in Lincoln, Middlesex County, Massachusetts. Our campus facilities are tailored for the individual needs of residents with dementia in the historic...
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Our loved one has since based but during her stay at Concord Place it was a wonderful experience. Being on the memory care side she received so much individual attention and care. The program director [name...
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.
Concord Park, a Volunteer of America senior community, is conveniently located on Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of the West Concord, MA shopping village. Concord Park offers local seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted...
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Facility is very nice. We transferred my mother from a facility where the and personal care and medical care was exceptional from the staff. The staff/aids are not as caring, but that could be a northern...
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.
Golden Pond is much more than a typical housing development for seniors. Golden Pond's programs and services are designed specifically for individuals who live independently but may require some assistance with their daily care to maintain that independence. Our residents needing assistance see...
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Waterstone at Wellesley is a terrific community. We enjoy living here as well as the residents. A very warm, welcoming community! We recommend highly!
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...
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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.
Shillman House Shillman House is an independent living community that is located in Framingham, MA. This community is located in a beautiful area and is open to seniors who are looking for a caring home. Framingham is a part of Middlesex County and it offers much for residents and guests to check...
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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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
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.
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, 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.
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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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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Nobscot, MA

The average cost of senior living in Nobscot is $4,912 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worcester, MA with an average of $4,226 per month.

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

Nobscot, MA
$4,912/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

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

$9,594/mo
Independent Living
$4,912/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,379/mo
Studio
$4,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,323/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,881/mo

Senior living costs in Nobscot 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: Nobscot, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNobscot, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,912/mo$4,472/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$8,339/mo$8,094/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$9,594/mo$9,969/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Nobscot, MA:$4,912/mo
Massachusetts:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Nobscot, MA:$8,339/mo
Massachusetts:$8,094/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Nobscot, MA:$9,594/mo
Massachusetts:$9,969/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Nobscot, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nobscot 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 average 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
Nobscot, MA$4,722/mo$4,472/mo+5.6%
Massachusetts$4,386/mo$4,198/mo+4.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Nobscot, MA
2024 average cost:$4,722/mo
2023 average cost:$4,472/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,386/mo
2023 average cost:$4,198/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Nobscot

Recent reviews for independent living in Nobscot

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.

New Horizons At Choate in Woburn, MA

4.5
It is restricted, as to who can apply, you have to live in a particular town or have family in the town. It's subsidized by a family foundation. They had good food. They really aren't set up for assisted living, more independant. They aren't set up to accommodate wheelchairs. The people were ...
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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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Nobscot independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nobscot independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nobscot, 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 Nobscot 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 Nobscot partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Nobscot, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.6%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.7%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
45.4%
27.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
9.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Nobscot 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 Nobscot communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nobscot, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.9%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
32.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.3%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nobscot 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 Nobscot offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Nobscot, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
39.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.9%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
41.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.8%
43.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
59.7%
41.3%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
29.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.5%
35.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.4%
40.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Branches of Framingham, Atria Draper Place and Fairview Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nobscot, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 39 independent living facilities near Nobscot, Massachusetts. See the full list.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 63% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 60% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 63% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 35% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 66% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 51% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 51% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, French, American Sign Language, Portuguese, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Whitney Place at Westborough, Maplewood at Weston, and Sunrise of Wayland 11. top3TransportWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson
The best independent living facilities near you in Nobscot, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living and Atria Longmeadow Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
Test shortCodes: 1. percentPetFriendly: 63% MAX(Cats allowed %, Dogs allowed %) from Databricks market_amenities. 2. percentDogsAllowed: 60% 3. percentCatsAllowed: 63% 4. percentMCStaffTraining: 35% – offer transportation for a fee. 5. percentTransportationComp: 66% – offer complimentary transportation. 6. percentRespite: 51% 7. percentDevotionalOnSite: 51% 8. LanguagesList: Spanish, French, American Sign Language, Portuguese, and German 9. top3PetFriendlyWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson 10. Top3MultilingualWithLinks: Whitney Place at Westborough, Maplewood at Weston, and Sunrise of Wayland 11. top3TransportWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson 12. top3DevotionalWithLinks: The Branches of Framingham, Fairview Estates, and Artisan at Hudson
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