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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Boston, TN
If you’re looking for independent living in the Boston 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 Boston. 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 22 independent living facilities in Boston, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Neighbors of Granny White, Arden Place and Burton Valley.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Franklin, Spring Hill and Brentwood.
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9.6
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30 reviews
The food at Somerby Franklin is very good. The dining wait staff usually in their first entry-level work experience and some more training to provide consistency would be helpful.
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.
Close to the glitz and glamour of Nashville, Somerby Franklin is tucked away in idyllic Franklin. This quaint, historic town is a cozy and convenient place to settle and is frequently ranked as one of the best places to retire in the U.S. Somerby Franklin simply sparkles with the best of what...
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9.6
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57 reviews
I have visited several times in search for a loved one. Everytime I have visited, I have met very nice residents and staff. The facility seems very clean and it feels very home like. One of the residents...
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.
Vitality Living Franklin is proud to offer Viking Pure Solutions’ electrochemically activated cleaning and disinfecting systems for our residents in each of our communities! This revolutionary safe and effective cleaner provides protection for our residents, teams, and families providing state of...
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9.4
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19 reviews
All I have is great things to say about Charter. No joke literally everything is a 5. I was extremely impressed. I was there almost everyday and was very impressed. The fact that it is small makes it easy...
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.
Nestled in the outskirts of Cool Springs, Charter Senior Living of Franklin Residents enjoy 24-hour assistance with day-to-day tasks in a setting that fosters independence. We recognize that a person's optimum health and well being are the result of caring for the whole person - physically,...
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9.1
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14 reviews
They absolutely deserve all 5s. Everything from the cleanliness, to the friendliness of the staff, quality of care, the meals and activities has been such a great experience. We would recommend Canterfield...
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.
Canterfield of Franklin is very proud to be a part of a growing service community in Williamson County, Tennessee, meeting the needs of senior adults. We are family owned and operated, with a business model deeply rooted in both the hospitality and restaurant industries. This family tradition...
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9.0
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31 reviews
Overall we are happy . It took awhile for Mom to adjust but she seems happy now at Harmony. If possible, I feel that family members should visit as much as possible right after the move because that seems...
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.
Welcome to Harmony at BellevueIndependent Living | Assisted Living | Memory CareComfort. Easy elegance. Irresistible cuisine. Friends and family. These are the elements that make a person feel at home, and they are the very essence of everyday senior living at Harmony at Bellevue. Located in...
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8.9
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17 reviews
Staff is friendly and caring. Director is very competent and tries hard to make sure everyone is well taken care of. The only criticism and concern I have is that in my opinion there’s not enough...
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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8.8
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36 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at The Goldton at Spring Hill and the experience has been great so far! The Executive Director is amazing. I love this facility. The cleanliness and friendliness are...
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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8.8
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80 reviews
I can tell you the staff there are so friendly and helpful, the setting there is very country home. I personal just could have moved in myself, it wasn't fancy, they poured me a glass of iced tea it was...
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.
Belvedere Commons of Franklin Assisted Living and Memory Care Community is conveniently located in beautiful Franklin, Tennessee. Our convenient location to hospitals, shopping, dining and only a short drive from Nashville makes our community the perfect home to many Tennessee seniors. At...
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8.8
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68 reviews
If you ask my dad the meals are not always up to standard but he compares it to my mom' s cooking, which was excellent, so I'm not sure how bad that situation is. Every time I've eaten there it has been...
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.
The Manor at Steeplechase provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated within beautiful grounds in the peaceful community of Franklin, you'll love the tasteful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the convenience of the nearby town. We're just minutes...
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8.6
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36 reviews
Overall, we are very satisfied with Brookdale. This is the only facility that I have had experience at, so I can't really compare this to other facilities.
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.
Spectacular Senior Living in a Spectacular Small TownSenior living doesn’t get too much better than this. Our residents get to live a life of leisure in a community full of luxury. We are an upscale senior living community located in the prestigious city of Franklin, Tennessee. Located just 20...
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8.4
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53 reviews
While this is always a hard thing to do..:::maristone of Franklin has been a wonderful experience. [name removed] the director has been there every step of the way and the staff is friendly and kind. My...
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.
Maristone of Franklin is a memory care and assisted living community located about 15 miles south of Nashville in the city of Franklin, Williamson County, Tennessee. With both Williamson Square and the Watson Glen Shopping Center less than a mile away, residents of this community have easy access...
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8.2
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35 reviews
My parent has been at the Lodge for a few years. Overall, we have had a good experience. There was a short time when things were not as good as they had been. Lodge has a new director and he is making 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.
The Lodge at Natchez Trace is an assisted living community nestled in a small and private neighborhood in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. Our location is both easily accessible and surrounded by beautiful parks and greenery, providing the comfort and peace of country living. The Lodge is...
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8.0
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9 reviews
They deliver exactly what they promise you. They ago above and beyond what they are asked. I would definitely recommend Morning Pointe of Franklin, it is a true home.
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.
Morning Pointe of Franklin, TN Assisted Living Community and The Lantern Alzheimer's Memory Care Program OPENING LATE 2015- NEW FRANKLIN, TN SENIOR LIVING CAMPUS 120 New Assisted Living Living and Alzheimer's Memory Care Apartments Morning Pointe is a senior living retirement community that...
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We chose Willow Springs because it is a smaller facility and they are very caring. Whenever I call I am always able to get through to someone and they have been great with communication. It is easy to get...
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.
Assisted living at Willow Springs includes personal assistance available 24 hours a day. Whether it's help with medications, assistance with bathing or just a shoulder to lean on - we're here to help. You'll enjoy restaurant-style menu dining and a full calendar of life enrichment opportunities....
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1.0
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1 review
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.
The Reserve at Spring Hill offers a welcoming environment where adults age 65 and older can live stress free. Our friendly staff may provide residents with any assistance they need to maintain their own independent lifestyle. We also take care of housekeeping and home maintenance...
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They treated my mom like she was a member of the family, they were so kind and they communicated well with the family especially during the pandemic. I would definitely recommend this community to others.
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.
Pricing includes all. Assist with bathing, meals, snacks, activities, medication administration. Full time licensed Nurse. 24 hr staffing. Assistance with ADLs.
8.5
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8 reviews
Employees do their jobs well and are very caring. Our needs are met and enjoy the opportunities with others daily. I enjoy living here very much.
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.
8.0
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18 reviews
My mother is in long-term care at NHC Cool Springs. She moved there last September when [facility name removed] could no longer support her. They are fantastic. Staff is very attentive and caring! In...
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.
NHC Place Cool Springs is located in Franklin, TN and provides an assisted living facility, memory care facility, rehabilitation and a specialized healthcare facility. National Healthcare Corporation was founded in 1971 by Dr. Carl E Adams who is a physician and community leader in Murfreesboro,...
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Boston, TN
The average cost of senior living in Boston is $4,526 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Charlotte, TN with an average of $3,824 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boston, TN vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Boston, TN vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Boston, TN by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Boston
Recent reviews for independent living in Boston
Southern Care Inc in Franklin, TN
4.3
Southern Care is a great facility. The staff is very friendly and attentive. I would recommend them to a friend. They are cost-effective. My sister likes the food. They have a big porch with rockers in the front and other space in the back. The room sizes are of a good size.
Dandridge Tower in Nashville, TN
4.0
In general things seem to be going well for my loved on at Dandridge Tower. It's a nice enough looking place, but what really sets it apart is the people. Everyone is so friendly, and so welcoming! It's really a tight knit community. My loved one can be a bit of a shut-in, but she's always got ...
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The Village at Bellevue in Nashville, TN
4.5
It is an older community but recently renovate with apartments with adequate square footage. Staff was easy to work with even with a full upper management change. They were very caring when my father passed. I would and have recommended the community and A Place For Mom to others.
Boston independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Boston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Boston, 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 Boston 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 Boston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Boston, TNNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Boston 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 Boston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Boston, TNNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
45%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Boston 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 Boston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Boston, TNNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
45%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Belmont Village Green Hills, Brookdale Belle Meade and Somerby Franklin are the top-rated independent living facilities near Boston, Tennessee. See full list of communities.
There are 22 independent living facilities near Boston, Tennessee. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Boston, Tennessee are Belmont Village Green Hills, Vitality Living Franklin and Holiday Windlands South. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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