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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Blandford, MA

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Photo of Hillside Gardens
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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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
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.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
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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: 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.
East Ridge Manor is an assisted living community located in the historic town of Meriden, CT. Situated in New Haven County, half way between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is home to some of the most beautiful views in the state. At East Ridge Residential Care, you can be sure that the staff's...
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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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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: 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.
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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.
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My mom has been at Canterbury House for two years and enjoys it very much. As with any congregate living situation, family type "issues" arise. But the home is safe, clean, and caring. The staff welcomes...
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.
CANTERBURY HOUSE '...a retirement home for independent seniors...'   Canterbury House is a not-for-profit corporation that maintains an affordable senior residence for persons, 55 and above, who need companionship and safety but are not ready for a nursing home. Residents may stay for long...
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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.

Cost of independent living in North Blandford, MA

The average cost of senior living in North Blandford is $3,941 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,508 per month.

Independent living costs in North Blandford, MA, vs. nearby cities

North Blandford, MA
$3,941/mo
$4,931/mo

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

North Blandford, MA
$3,941/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in North Blandford, MA, vs. other senior living options

$5,911/mo
Independent Living
$3,941/mo

Independent living costs in North Blandford, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,360/mo
Studio
$5,564/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,581/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,333/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,502/mo

Senior living costs in North Blandford 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: North Blandford, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Blandford, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$3,941/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,889/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,911/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
North Blandford, MA:$3,941/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
North Blandford, MA:$5,889/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
North Blandford, MA:$5,911/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in North Blandford, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Blandford 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
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Blandford, MA$3,204/mo$3,448/mo-7.1%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
North Blandford, MA
2024 average cost:$3,204/mo
2023 average cost:$3,448/mo
Percent change:-7.1%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
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 North Blandford

Recent reviews for independent living in North Blandford

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

The Ivy at Watertown

4.5
The Ivy at Watertown is beautiful, we have no problems there at all, the services are fine and the rooms are beautiful. We have had a few meals there ourselves and they are really good. The activities also seem to be fine. The staff also are really good about bringing our loved one his ...
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Colebrook Village at Hebron

5.0
Colebrook is a well designed, beautiful facility. The residents are friendly and care about each other. Our fabulous staff members work tirelessly to keep us involved, safe and cared for.

North Blandford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Blandford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Blandford, 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 North Blandford 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 North Blandford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Blandford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in North Blandford 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 North Blandford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Blandford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Blandford 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 North Blandford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
37.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.3%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.5%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
37.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
24.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Colebrook Village at Hebron, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Cedarbrook Village at Ware are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Blandford, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 245 independent living facilities near North Blandford, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Blandford, Massachusetts are Colebrook Village at Hebron, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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