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Memory care in Bernardston offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Bernardston is about $6,149 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 92 communities, read 1146 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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: 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.
As an integral part of the Hillside Village Keene Life Plan Retirement community, The Prospect-Woodward Health Center is a not-for-profit community, offering Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care in Keene NH. Prospect-Woodward is made up of 43 attractive, newly built, private assisted...
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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.
Rockridge, a not-for-profit Retirement Community, provides singles and couples 62 or older with a rewarding lifestyle on a magnificent 12-acre site adjacent to Fitzgerald Lake Conservation area in Northampton, MA. Established in 1971, the Rockridge grounds are beautifully landscaped and allow...
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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.
We offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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: 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.
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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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Photo of Palmer House Alzheimers Ctr
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide the...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for East Longmeadow provides quality healthcare to our community in a JCAHO-accredited facility designed for people who have complex medical conditions or are recovering from surgery or illness. Each resident receives ongoing healthcare assessments from our...
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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: 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, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...

Cost of memory care in Bernardston, MA

The average cost of senior living in Bernardston is $6,149 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,739 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bernardston, MA vs. nearby cities

Bernardston, MA
$6,149/mo
$6,193/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bernardston, MA vs. the state and national average

Bernardston, MA
$6,149/mo
U.S. national average
$4,871/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Bernardston vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,149/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Bernardston, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,234/mo
Studio
$6,904/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,893/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,079/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,617/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Bernardston over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Bernardston

Recent reviews for memory care in Bernardston

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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Linda Manor Assisted Living in Leeds, MA

5.0
The staff is very nice and friendly, They also get to know the resident's and family members' names. The food is good and they are very accommodating and will make sure that the residents eat. The activities are great and they change it all the time. I would recommend this community to others ...
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Broadview Assisted Living in Winchendon, MA

4.0
The staff at Broadview Assisted Living gave a wonderful tour of the community. They were very friendly and knowledgeable. It just was not a good fit as my in-laws are still very active and do not need the extra assistance.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Several reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, the director is described as being attentive and accommodating, and at The Oasis at Dodge Park, the caregivers are mentioned for their loving a ...
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Daily activities for mental stimulation. Reviews consistently mention that the communities offer a variety of activities to keep residents engaged and mentally stimulated. For instance, at The Atrium at Cardinal Drive, the staff tries to get residents involved and keep them active, and at Notre Dame du Lac, residents are kept busy ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with specific mention of clean private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces. For example, at The Oasis at Dodge Park, the facility is described as spotless, and at The Arbors at Greenfield, the bathrooms are mentioned as ...
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Reliable and open communication. Families appreciate the open and effective communication between staff and loved ones. For instance, at Dodge Park Rest Home, staff members keep families informed of health updates, and at Sunrise of Leominster, the director is very communicative. Additionally, at The Arbors at Amherst, th ...
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Personalized care plans. Reviews mention that communities tailor care plans to individual residents' needs. For example, at Armbrook Village, the staff is described as very caring and attentive to medical needs, and at The Reserve at East Longmeadow, the staff are responsive to residents' needs and provide care that ...
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Excellent food and dining experiences. Food quality is consistently mentioned as a key factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. For instance, at Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, the meals are described as good but in need of an update, while at The Oasis at Dodge Park, the food is excellent and acco ...
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Bernardston review score based on 284 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 284 reviews of 85 Bernardston memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bernardston review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Bernardston review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Bernardston, MA85 facilities
8.6
Greenfield, MA6 facilities
8.6
Amherst, MA138 facilities

Review subcategories for Bernardston memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 284 reviews of 85 Bernardston memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bernardston resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Bernardston, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Bernardston memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bernardston memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bernardston, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Bernardston memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Bernardston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bernardston, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
24.7%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.5%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
64.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.1%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.2%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Bernardston memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Bernardston Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bernardston, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.6%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
45.9%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bernardston memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Bernardston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bernardston, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.8%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.1%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.4%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Bernardston memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Bernardston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.2%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.6%
40%
Room service
Room service
41.2%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.6%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bernardston memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Bernardston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.2%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.1%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.2%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.6%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.1%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
57.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 92 memory care facilities near Bernardston, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Bernardston, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Southwick Village and Suffield by the River. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 92 memory care facilities near you in Bernardston, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bernardston, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Bernardston, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Bernardston, Massachusetts ranges from $1800 to $17250. The average Memory Care cost in Bernardston, Massachusetts is $6,149. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Bernardston, Massachusetts typically starts at $1800. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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