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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North New Salem, MA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 178 independent living facilities in North New Salem, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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zipAveragecost: $5,256

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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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This is an older building so I would give the look of it a 3. They offer daily activities such as Karaoke, daily exercise and my mom has taken advantage of the bingo. My parents attitude is now more...
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.
Delamere WoodsSituated in a picturesque country setting right off route 159 in Hartford County, Delamere Woods in Windsor, CT is an independent living community for those who want to enjoy their golden years in a tranquil environment. While the greenery and scenic landscapes are peaceful, they...
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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: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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Cost of independent living in North New Salem, MA

The average cost of senior living in North New Salem is $5,256 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,508 per month.

Independent living costs in North New Salem, MA, vs. nearby cities

North New Salem, MA
$5,256/mo
$4,666/mo

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

North New Salem, MA
$5,256/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$6,247/mo
Independent Living
$5,256/mo

Independent living costs in North New Salem, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,736/mo
Studio
$6,036/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,363/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,655/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,850/mo

Senior living costs in North New Salem 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 New Salem, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth New Salem, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,256/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$6,247/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,247/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
North New Salem, MA:$5,256/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
North New Salem, MA:$6,247/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
North New Salem, MA:$6,247/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in North New Salem, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North New Salem 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North New Salem, MA$3,685/mo$3,718/mo-0.9%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
North New Salem, MA
2024 average cost:$3,685/mo
2023 average cost:$3,718/mo
Percent change:-0.9%
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 New Salem

Recent reviews for independent living in North New Salem

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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American House Keene

4.9
My father lived in American House, Keene for eight years; six of them alone after my mother died. American House was absolutely the best place for him. He had company, care, and companionship. The staff were terrific. I never had to worry about him because I knew caring eyes were on him every ...
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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.

North New Salem independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North New Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North New Salem, 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 New Salem 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 New Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North New Salem, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.4%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
44.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in North New Salem 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 New Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North New Salem, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
46.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North New Salem 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 New Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North New Salem, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Artisan at Hudson and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near North New Salem, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 178 independent living facilities near North New Salem, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North New Salem, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Spring Village at Summerhill and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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