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Memory care in South Royalston 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 Royalston is about $5,889 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 9 communities, read 61 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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South Royalston Memory Care Facilities | 61 Reviews

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Photo of Spring Village at Summerhill
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This place has a lot of activities. The food is really good. And the care is good. They have physicians and other medical people that go there to help the residents without them having to leave the property....
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.
Spring Village at Summerhill is tucked into the heart of the Monadnock Region in Peterborough, New Hampshire. We opened our doors in 1966 and our highly trained staff have been providing quality senior care ever since.The local community of Peterborough prides itself on top-notch shops and...
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9.5
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The place is beautiful the staff were excellent. It was a very nice place. My aunt was there for a year. She didn't like it. She ended up in a nursing home and she is thriving there. But, it has nothing to...
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.
Residents at The Gables enjoy their spacious apartments in a quaint community with the affordability they deserve.The Gables of Fitchburg is locally owned and offers Assisted Living in the privacy of your own apartment.We offer deluxe studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms and two bedroom suites...
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12 reviews
8.0
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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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Mom is doing great at this community. They made the process of moving her in outstanding. The nurse is phenomenal she answers mom's questions and stays in contact with the family. The entire staff are...
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.
Scott-Farrar at Peterborough is a non-profit, charitable retirement community. In existence for 109 year, Scott-Farrar was fully rebuilt in 2016. Scott-Farrar offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Assisted Living. Each neighborhood offers private apartments in a range of...
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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.
Photo of Friendship Manor
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.
Photo of RiverMead
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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Cost of memory care in South Royalston, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Royalston is $5,889 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 Royalston, MA vs. nearby cities

South Royalston, MA
$5,889/mo
$7,479/mo
$7,368/mo

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

South Royalston, MA
$5,889/mo
U.S. national average
$4,869/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,889/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,300/mo
Studio
$5,897/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,163/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,900/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in South Royalston

Recent reviews for memory care in South Royalston

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.

Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

4.6
My loved one loves the activities and the social piece of it. They bake, do songs, and play bingo. For somebody with Alzheimer's, I was impressed that she's been doing bingo. We did have some concerns with people going into her room and either taking stuff or leaving stuff there, but I ...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings

4.7
I was unsure of the place at the beginning. But after having my mother there for a couple of months, I was quite impressed with all they do for her. They keep her busy all day. If she wants to be engaged, there are a lot of things for her to do (although she says there's not enough Bingo). ...
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South Royalston review score based on 25 family reviews

9.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 7 South Royalston memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Royalston 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 Royalston review score compared against nearby cities

9.1
South Royalston, MA7 facilities
8.9
Gardner, MA8 facilities
9.1
Fitchburg, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for South Royalston 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 25 reviews of 7 South Royalston memory care communities. This chart helps you compare South Royalston 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 Royalston, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.9
4.4
Friendliness
5.0
4.5
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
5.0
4.4
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.7
4.0
Value for cost*
4.8
4.0
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South Royalston memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Royalston memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Royalston, 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 Royalston 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 Royalston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Royalston, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.1%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Royalston 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 Royalston Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Royalston, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
46.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Royalston 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 Royalston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Royalston, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
50.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Royalston 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 Royalston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Royalston, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Royalston 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 Royalston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Royalston, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
35.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Spring Village at Summerhill, The Gables of Fitchburg and Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Royalston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 9 memory care facilities near South Royalston, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The 9 memory care facilities near you in South Royalston, 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 Royalston, 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 Royalston, 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 Royalston, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $17250. The average Memory Care cost in South Royalston, Massachusetts is $5,889. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Royalston, 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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