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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Alford, MA

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Assisted living costs in Alford average about $5,565 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 131 communities in Alford. Our detailed directory has 2436 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of The New Village View SP LLC
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 Rivers Edge Cch
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 Holly View Manor Inc
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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.
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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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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.
Photo of Glenmeadow, a CCRC
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home 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.
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Photo of The Avalon Assisted Living and Wellness Center
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She has been happy there. The care that they give is just fine. It's clean and the staff is friendly. All of that is very good. I chose this one because it came recommended by someone who also had their...
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 MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and belief that each individual regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or handicap is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a human...
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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 Fernwood West
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.
Photo of Immanuel House
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.

Cost of assisted living in Alford, MA

The average cost of senior living in Alford is $5,565 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Egremont, MA with an average of $4,105 per month.

Assisted living costs in Alford, MA, vs. nearby cities

Alford, MA
$5,565/mo

Assisted living costs in Alford, MA, vs. state and national averages

Alford, MA
$5,565/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Alford, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,565/mo
$5,634/mo

Assisted living costs in Alford, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,176/mo
Studio
$6,278/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,221/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,187/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,344/mo

Senior living costs in Alford vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alford, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlford, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$5,565/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$5,634/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$3,598/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Alford, MA:$5,565/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Alford, MA:$5,634/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Alford, MA:$3,598/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alford, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alford and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Alford, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alford have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Alford, MA$5,450/mo$4,578/mo+19.0%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Alford, MA
2024 average cost:$5,450/mo
2023 average cost:$4,578/mo
Percent change:+19.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alford, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alford.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alford

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alford

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY

5.0
They are really perfect. They are trying to accomodate my loved one, who loves the breakfast. They have plenty of activites. The value for the money is worth it, and it gives me a peace of mind. I saw the community before, and had the opportunity to tour the place, and it was a nice place. I was ...
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The Landing of Poughkeepsie

4.3
I would say that it's a good place and my mom is happy there. I would mention the food is good, but the delivery is lacking thought management is aware and working on it.

Alford review score based on 554 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 554 reviews of 113 Alford assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alford review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Alford, MA113 facilities
8.1
Pittsfield, MA7 facilities
8.3
North Adams, MA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Alford assisted living

When assisted living 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 554 reviews of 113 Alford assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alford resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Alford assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alford assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alford, 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 Alford assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alford, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.7%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.6%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alford assisted living

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 Alford Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alford, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alford assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.5%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Alford assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
38.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alford assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Alford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alford, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.4%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.6%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
66.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
40.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alford

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alford protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Ingersoll Place, Eddy Hawthorne Ridge and Peregrine Senior Living at Colonie are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alford, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 131 assisted living facilities near Alford, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Alford, Massachusetts are Ingersoll Place, Eddy Hawthorne Ridge and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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