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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Shaftsbury, VT
If you’re looking for independent living in the Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury. 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 169 independent living facilities in Shaftsbury, 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 Bennington, Manchester and Williamstown.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Bennington, Manchester and Williamstown.
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For more than fifty years, the Levine family (local family) has worked to create a loving environment based on traditional values that recognizes the unique needs and preferences of each of our residents. We are small (Bed N' Breakfast Style) 18 residents. We serve a population of the...
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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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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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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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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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Very friendly and very clean. I've been in business all my life and have always owned my own home but of course now rent and they are right on the ball. They are very accommodating if there is something you...
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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.
Skenesborough Harbor is a senior housing building for persons 62 or older or mobility impaired. Rent is based on income and HUD subsidized. We offer 1 bedroom and studio apartments with an on-site manager and services coordinator. We also have handicapped accessible apartments. We offer a...
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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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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.
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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.
The mission and spirit of Maples Senior Living Community is to provide the opportunity for residents to maintain independence, and to promote wellness and enthusiasm for life. By combining the services of various community organizations along with affordably priced independent living 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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
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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.
Cost of independent living in Shaftsbury, VT
The average cost of senior living in Shaftsbury is $3,588 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rutland, VT with an average of $1,265 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Shaftsbury
Recent reviews for independent living in Shaftsbury
Hearthstone Village in Latham, NY
5.0
We have been incredibly pleased with Hearthstone and my grandma loves living there! All of the staff members are friendly and attentive. The neighbors are kind and she absolutely loves the activities. It's great to have a shuttle for errands and the community is quiet and clean. Definitely the ...
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Glen Eddy in Niskayuna, NY
5.0
Glen Eddy is a great place to live. The staff is caring and the residents are friendly. There are plenty of activities and entertainment. If you are looking for quality senior living, Glen Eddy is the place for you.
Avila Independent Retirement Community in Albany, NY
4.9
After visiting four other retirement facilities, we selected Avila for its friendly climate, services offered, meal opportunities, and several religious services provided on-site. Now, with three years of experience at Avila, we are pleased with our decision to join this community. We also know ...
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Shaftsbury independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaftsbury independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaftsbury, 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 Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shaftsbury, VTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaftsbury 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 Shaftsbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
36.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
34%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holiday Glenville, Ingersoll Place and Summit at Glenwyck are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shaftsbury, Vermont. See full list of communities.
There are 169 independent living facilities near Shaftsbury, Vermont. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shaftsbury, Vermont are Ingersoll Place and Diamond Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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