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Photo of The Residence at Great Woods
99 Photos available
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I have not seen my Mom as happy as she has been since living at The Residence at Greatwoods! She was living an isolated life before. She was very hesitant to go to meals and activities at first. The...
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and receiving just the right amount of support to have your best day everyday! The Residence at Great Woods is the area's premier assisted living community located in...
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33 Floor plans available
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9.4
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56 reviews
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It's a fortune but nothing to compare it to. Thank god for long term care. Notes: food really is awful Staff: too much mgmt turnover. Most are very pleasant, dedicated and helpful. Right now there is one...
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.
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from doctor’s...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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The people here both employees and residents really try hard to do a good job in making a new comer feel welcome. The 1 bedroom apartment is ample in size so comfortable and I have double window in bedroom...
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.
Quail Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Springfield, you'll love the comfortable facilities, our friendly staff and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from...
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The staff are all super caring and friendly. They all remember you and your name, where you sit for dinner, your preferences for meals, and go out of their way helping.
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.
Cabot Park Village offers Seniors an opportunity to live independently, while enjoying a truly carefree lifestyle. Just a short walk from Newtonville Center, Cabot Park Village's location offers residents a wide array of social and cultural activities. Residents enjoy pursuing their interests...
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5 for everything. They were so good to my mom and our family. We would absolutely recommend Anchor Bay at Pocasset to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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Photo of Chapel Hill Senior Living
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My grandmother recently moved in. I am blown away by how remarkably clean it is. I stayed for lunch and a musical presentation. The food was great and I had such a good time, watching the residents and...
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.
Chapel HIll is a luxury senior living community in the tranquil village of Chapel Four Corners in Cumberland, Providence County, Rhode Island. Our community is located just off Route 295, offering a convenient and short drive from the major cities of Providence, Boston, New Haven and Hartford....
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Photo of Highlands on the East Side
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5 on each. Small and the personal care is wonderful. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN! Exclusively created to celebrate you, your wisdom, your spirit, and your life — The Highlands on the East Side is a newly designed Assisted Living residence with all the comforts of home...and more! We pride ourselves as being the value choice for senior living by offering...
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Photo of Orchard Valley At Wilbraham
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.3
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Benchmark at Orchard Valley was a truly special place for my mom, and I am deeply grateful for the care she received there. From the start, the strong sense of community and genuine compassion made a...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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The staff is very nice and friendly and helpful--the facility is nice and clean--the location is really nice--easy to get onto major routes and to hospitals--my major concern is that it takes too long for...
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.
Residents of Shrewsbury Crossings enjoy the pleasure of a close-knit community, the privacy of a spacious apartment home, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our staff is always available to cater to their individual needs. Our spacious assisted living apartments have room for favorite...
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Photo of Sunrise of Norwood
1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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The most impressive aspects were the attractive interior and the people that I dealt with. I have no basis to evaluate the food. The unfortunate part of my experience -- and this is not the fault of Sunrise...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of The Residence at South Windsor Farms
1212 Photos available
9.3
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59 reviews
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59 reviews
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Two years ago we were looking for an assisted living facility for our family member. We visited many places and The Residence at SW Farms was our last stop. Talk about saving the best for last! The staff and...
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.
The Residence at South Windsor, our beautiful, new community is nestled on spectacular farmland, boasting easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, Wapping Park, I-84 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments; a combination of 31...
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Photo of Anchor Bay at Greenwich
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They are pleasant, friendly and knowledgeable. Like a big family, they are engaging and go out of their way to provide solutions. The staff provides and promotes a friendly caring atmosphere encouraging...
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.
Situated near the Atlantic Ocean in historic East Greenwich, Anchor Bay at Greenwich is a warm, suburban senior living community located near Kent County Hospital and Rhode Island Hospital, as well as Warwick Mall, Providence Place Mall, Goddard Park and Chelo’s on the Water. Wake up every day in...
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Photo of Holiday Farmington
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33 Floor plans available
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I probably would rate all categories 5++++ I honestly feel I've died and gone to Heaven...I've owned a lot of businesses and believe this one is beyond compare(??????????) soooo grateful for your assistance...
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.
Village Gate of Farmington provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled within beautiful, scenic grounds just outside of Hartford, you'll love the elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Photo of The Wellington at Springfield
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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They seem short staffed, I stayed with my sister in her apartment for 8 days. Food was always cold when delivered. My sister does not go to dining room. Breakfast was fair, staff is good, pill distribution...
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.
Be inspired to live life to the fullest when taking up residence at The Wellington at Springfield. Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Springfield, MA Sixteen Acres/East Longmeadow/Wilbraham line, enriches the lives of seniors by providing an environment that is...
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Photo of Brookdale Eddy Pond East
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My wife and I moved into Brookdale Eddy Pond East on [date removed], about a year and a half ago, and we’ve had a very positive experience living here. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and we enjoy...
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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Photo of Holiday White Oaks
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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.
White Oaks provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds in the charming community of Manchester, you'll love the elegant beauty of White Oaks while enjoying the conveniences of the nearby town. If you're in the mood to explore, you'll...
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Photo of Connect55 Plus Manchester
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It was a great experience. We moved in very quickly. In 2 weeks we were in a beautiful apartment with everything we wanted. I rate our experience a "5"
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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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Photo of The Branches of Marlboro
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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Staff are excellent. Room is good size but limit what you can have. Activity Director engaged with residents all day. She is excellent . Could use more activities directed for the men. Food on Memory side...
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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Photo of Dodge Park Rest Home
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Dodge Park Rest Home is always clean, the food is tasty and nutritious and activities are provided to keep residents involved all day. My daughter has resided in this Memory Care facility for three years....
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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Photo of The Willows at Worcester
1313 Photos available
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My mom is very happy. She likes the people there and is starting to join in on some of the activities and has enjoyed them so far. She said the food is good. The staff have been helpful and accommodating....
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.
The Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,...
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A few things we like the most about Christopher Heights community is that it is clean, it is friendly and there are a lot of activities.
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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Photo of Willows at Westborough
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My mother appreciates the library and book club, topics club, etc. The resident garden club has multiple rose and flower beds on the property and a lovely plant/flower room on the fourth floor. There is also...
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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Photo of The Branches of Framingham
1111 Photos available
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The staff was fantastic with my mother. From the time she got there to the time of her passing. Staff individually knew her and cared for her well. She always looked presentable. When she passed caregivers,...
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.
The Branches of Framingham in Framingham, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from...
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Photo of Magnolia Heights
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I have lived at Magnolia Heights for two years and very satisfied with the whole place The managers are helpful and caring , the food is excellent and even includes desserts Activities are many The...
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.
We believe that Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Magnolia Heights, our management...
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Photo of Carriage House at Lee's Farm
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Carriage House recognized my dad as an individual-they made him feel welcome, and the staff was attentive to our questions and concerns. My dad was "young" by many measures in the memory care unit, &...
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.
Carriage House at Lee's Farm is an assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts. Wayland is a beautiful small town with natural spaces like forests, fields and marshes around the Sudbury River.At Carriage House we strive to meet the individual needs and wants of our residents Our care...

Cost of independent living in Sturbridge, MA

The average cost of senior living in Sturbridge is $5,330 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,215 per month.

Independent living costs in Sturbridge, MA, vs. nearby cities

Sturbridge, MA
$5,330/mo

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

Sturbridge, MA
$5,330/mo
U.S. national average
$4,022/mo

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

$6,633/mo
Independent Living
$5,330/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,109/mo
Studio
$4,556/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,420/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,642/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,849/mo

Senior living costs in Sturbridge 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: Sturbridge, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSturbridge, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,330/mo$6,112/mo$4,022/mo
Assisted Living$6,636/mo$6,883/mo$4,564/mo
Memory Care$6,633/mo$6,886/mo$4,801/mo
Independent Living
Sturbridge, MA:$5,330/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,022/mo
Assisted Living
Sturbridge, MA:$6,636/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,564/mo
Memory Care
Sturbridge, MA:$6,633/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,801/mo
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Independent living costs in Sturbridge, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sturbridge 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
Sturbridge, MA$3,968/mo$3,859/mo+2.8%
Massachusetts$4,122/mo$3,862/mo+6.7%
National$3,256/mo$3,167/mo+2.8%
Sturbridge, MA
2024 average cost:$3,968/mo
2023 average cost:$3,859/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$3,862/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,167/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Sturbridge

Recent reviews for independent living in Sturbridge

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 Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

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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Sturbridge independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sturbridge independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sturbridge, 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 Sturbridge 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 Sturbridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sturbridge, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.7%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
43.9%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.3%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Sturbridge 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 Sturbridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sturbridge, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.1%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.5%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sturbridge 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 Sturbridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sturbridge, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
51.8%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.1%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Atria Draper Place and Atria Lincoln Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sturbridge, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 328 independent living facilities near Sturbridge, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sturbridge, Massachusetts are Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Atria Draper Place and Atria Lincoln Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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