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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Athol, MA

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Memory care in South Athol 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 South Athol is about $6,260 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 72 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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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8.9
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The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
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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Mom spent the winter of '23-24 at this assisted living home - on the social plan. She was treated with dignity and respect by the loving and caring staff. "CLEAN" has always been an extremely high priority...
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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I was always getting quick replies via email whenever I had a question about adding money or if my MIL needed something. Also ongoing communication with onsite staff during visits. Room size 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.
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My mother received excellent friendly care. They had great communication with me as her health care proxy. The premises were always very clean. They got her interested in going to the dining hall for meals...
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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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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Cost of memory care in South Athol, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Athol is $6,260 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,739 per month.

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

South Athol, MA
$6,260/mo
$7,285/mo
$6,113/mo

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

South Athol, MA
$6,260/mo
U.S. national average
$4,989/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,260/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,700/mo
Studio
$6,157/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,321/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,178/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in South Athol over time

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What families are saying about memory care in South Athol

Recent reviews for memory care in South Athol

The Arbors at Greenfield

5.0
I was always getting quick replies via email whenever I had a question about adding money or if my MIL needed something. Also ongoing communication with onsite staff during visits. Room size was comfortable refrigerator, microwave and stove top available. Need to provide all linens but they ...
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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.

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

5.0
I was blessed to find Cedarbrook for a warm and caring place for my mom who was 90. Though her last 2 and half years had their physical challenges, the staff and Administration took excellent care of her body and soul. When she finally needed Memory Care, I found both a professional and a ...
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South Athol review score based on 41 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 41 reviews of 6 South Athol memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Athol 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

South Athol review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
South Athol, MA6 facilities
8.5
Gardner, MA8 facilities
8.3
Amherst, MA143 facilities

Review subcategories for South Athol 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 41 reviews of 6 South Athol memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Athol 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.
South Athol, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.0
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South Athol memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Athol memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Athol, 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 South Athol 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 South Athol that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Athol 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 South Athol Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Athol 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 South Athol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
83.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
83.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in South Athol 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 South Athol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
36.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Athol 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 South Athol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
83.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
83.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Gables of Fitchburg and The Arbors at Amherst are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Athol, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 6 memory care facilities near South Athol, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in South Athol, Massachusetts is Cedarbrook Village at Ware. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in South Athol, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Athol, 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 South Athol, 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 South Athol, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $16250. The average Memory Care cost in South Athol, Massachusetts is $6,260. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Athol, 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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