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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Palmer, MA
If you’re looking for assisted living in Palmer, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Palmer or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Palmer.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Palmer for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 6 assisted living facilities in the Palmer area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Six Corners/Maple Heights, Quadrangle-Mattoon Street Historic District and Metro Center.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Holyoke and Northampton.
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9.8
Review score
37 reviews
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their...
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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9.2
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32 reviews
My mom is so very happy at Orchard Valley. The administrative staff is very flexible and easy to work with. My mom loves the food and the many activities that take place. The staff that takes care of her is...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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8.9
Review score
3 reviews
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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8.6
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26 reviews
It's a great place but it is so over the top expensive. I don't know how anyone can afford it for long and you really never know how long. Staff are great and the activities are fun.
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.
Keystone Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA. Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live. Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Palmer, MA
The average cost of senior living in Palmer is $5,790 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northampton, MA with an average of $5,575 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Palmer, MA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about assisted living in Palmer
Recent reviews for assisted living in Palmer
Brookdale Eddy Pond East in Auburn, MA
4.9
My mom has been residing at Brookdale Eddy East in Auburn, MA since February and this is was a good move for her.
She loves it there, and is happy with all.
The place is very clean, excellent staff , and they provide good meals and activities.
I would highly recommend this place for someone ...
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Prosper at Monastery Height in West Springfield, MA
5.0
They have good ideas. She likes french toast. She likes her room.
The Arbors at Amherst
4.9
The Arbors at Amherst has been wonderful, especially with the whole process as it was happening they were great at explaining everything. On move in day the staff were all super accommodating and helpful with getting her room all set up for her. They offer a lot of activities for the residents ...
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Palmer review score based on 39 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 39 reviews of 5 Palmer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Palmer 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
Palmer review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Palmer 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 39 reviews of 5 Palmer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Palmer 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.Palmer, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.9
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.5
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Palmer assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Palmer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Palmer, 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 Palmer 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 Palmer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Palmer, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Palmer 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 Palmer Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Palmer, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Palmer 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 Palmer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Palmer, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
80%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Palmer 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 Palmer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Palmer, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
80%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Palmer 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 Palmer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Palmer, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
40%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Palmer
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Palmer protect seniors.
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Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Southwick Village and Suffield by the River are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Palmer, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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