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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Plainville, MA

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Plainville 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 Plainville. 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 25 independent living facilities in Plainville, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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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Cost of independent living in Plainville, MA

The average cost of senior living in Plainville is $4,747 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Worcester, MA with an average of $4,011 per month.

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

Plainville, MA
$4,747/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$9,416/mo
Independent Living
$4,747/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,445/mo
Studio
$4,672/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,388/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,894/mo

Senior living costs in Plainville 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: Plainville, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typePlainville, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,747/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$8,154/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,416/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Plainville, MA:$4,747/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Plainville, MA:$8,154/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Plainville, MA:$9,416/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Plainville, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Plainville 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
Plainville, 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%
Plainville, 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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Plainville

Recent reviews for independent living in Plainville

Fairing Way - A Rice Eventide Community in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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Cornerstone at Canton

5.0
The Compass neighborhood at Cornerstone of Canton has been a blessing for my mom and my family. She was very reluctant to leave her home, but she finally did and has found a whole new life at Cornerstone and absolutely loves it there. Can't say enough about how wonderful it is, the activities, ...
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Plainville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Plainville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Plainville, 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 Plainville 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 Plainville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Plainville, 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%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Plainville 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 Plainville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Plainville, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.5%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.3%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Plainville 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 Plainville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Plainville, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.1%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.6%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.8%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.9%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.6%
34.1%
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%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.4%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Atria Lincoln Place and The Residence at Great Woods are the top-rated independent living facilities near Plainville, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 25 independent living facilities near Plainville, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Plainville, Massachusetts are Cornerstone of Weymouth, Atria Draper Place and Atria Lincoln Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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