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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Spencer, MA
Memory care in 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 Spencer is about $6,848 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 145 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Worcester, Marlborough and Southborough.
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9.8
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45 reviews
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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27 reviews
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,...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.8
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39 reviews
I have already recommended Eddy Pond East to someone .By the way, my mother was also at Eddy Pond West, I would also recommend them
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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8.7
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78 reviews
only negative is her room is not the cleanest and the wash should be done separately for each person and sometimes it's not. The staff at least on the third floor Eddy pond west is extremely caring and...
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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...
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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, 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.
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.
The Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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Cost of memory care in Spencer, MA
The average cost of senior living in Spencer is $6,848 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northampton, MA with an average of $5,769 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in Spencer
Recent reviews for memory care in 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!
Spencer review score based on 31 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 7 Spencer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Spencer 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
Spencer review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Spencer 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 31 reviews of 7 Spencer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Spencer 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.Spencer, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.7
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
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Spencer memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Spencer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in 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 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 Spencer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Spencer, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.1%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in 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 Spencer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Spencer, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in 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 Spencer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Spencer, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
50.2%
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Availability of select dining options in 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 Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Spencer, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in 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 Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Spencer, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
54.2%
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%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Atria Draper Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove are the top-rated memory care facilities near Spencer, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Spencer, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Spencer, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in 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 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 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 Spencer, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $57000. The average Memory Care cost in Spencer, Massachusetts is $6,848. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in 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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