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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in North Spencer, MA

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Memory care in North Spencer 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 North Spencer is about $6,930 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 93 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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1313 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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45 reviews
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My stepdad was in the memory unit. The staff were very attentive to him a made his stay more comfortable. I also worked with a hospice patient in the memory unit. I was so impressed with the care he...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
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Oasis is the best! Our loved one was in a total of four facilities before we found Oasis. It has the best of rooms, best of food and the best caring staff. They provide a supportive, loving family...
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.
The Oasis at Dodge Park provides Dementia and Alzheimer's care in Worcester MA. The Alzheimer's Program at the Oasis is designed to promote independence within a comfortable and safe environment. The goal of the program is to help individuals maintain the optimum level of functioning and to...
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9.2
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36 reviews
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My loved one was a resident at Dodge Park Rest Home and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. My experience with Dodge Park Rest Home was that they were a very reliable and honest...
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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33 Floor plans available
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I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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...
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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Cost of memory care in North Spencer, MA

The average cost of senior living in North Spencer is $6,930 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, MA with an average of $5,770 per month.

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

North Spencer, MA
$6,930/mo
$6,951/mo

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

North Spencer, MA
$6,930/mo
U.S. national average
$4,881/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,930/mo

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

Semi-Private
$11,224/mo
Studio
$12,728/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,110/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,715/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in North Spencer over time

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What families are saying about memory care in North Spencer

Recent reviews for memory care in North Spencer

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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Southgate at Shrewsbury

5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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Notre Dame du Lac in Worcester, MA

5.0
My mom is a resident of Harmony at Notre Dame. It has been a wonderful experience. The staff is kind, knowledgeable, and they take great care of my mom! My siblings and I can sleep easy at night knowing our mother is in a safe, secure, and loving environment. Highly recommend!

North Spencer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Spencer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Spencer, 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 North Spencer 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 North Spencer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
60%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
48.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Spencer 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 North Spencer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Spencer, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Spencer 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 North Spencer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Spencer, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
50.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Spencer 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 North Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Spencer, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
40%
Room service
Room service
60%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Spencer 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 North Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
51.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
60%
31.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Residence at Orchard Grove and The Gables of Fitchburg are the top-rated memory care facilities near North Spencer, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near North Spencer, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in North Spencer, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in North Spencer, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in North Spencer, 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 North Spencer, 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 North Spencer, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $57000. The average Memory Care cost in North Spencer, Massachusetts is $6,930. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in North Spencer, Massachusetts typically starts at $300. 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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