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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in South Ashburnham, MA
Assisted living costs in South Ashburnham average about $7,095 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 284 communities in South Ashburnham. Our detailed directory has 4158 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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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.
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Arnold House was the best place for our father. The nursing staff were highly educated and most important caring to my father and all of my sisters. We became part of the family. The food was excellent all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
At Arnold House we now about life's choices.Residents and staff alike share in them daily.We also know that sometimes those decisions may be difficult to make, but when viewed from the perspective of genuine caring about others, the difficulties seem to diminish and the answers become...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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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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.
Our goal at White Oak Cottages is to offer our residents homes where they enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care. The home itself has been thoughtfully designed with the happiness and well being of our residents in mind. The White Oak Cottages are homes where people want to live and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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This was a wonderful experience, we left this community to move my husband as he needed higher care, and I wanted to come back! After he passed away, I considered moving back as I love it here. The care here...
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
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.
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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.
The Leonard Florence Center for Living, a state-of-the-art, 100-bed skilled nursing home sponsored by the Chelsea Jewish Foundation, is now accepting resident applications for its February opening. Located on Admiral's Hill in Chelsea, MA, the Leonard Florence Center for Living is the first...
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.
The Chelsea Jewish Foundation is an assisted living community located in the quiet area of Chelsea, Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Located just across the bridge from Boston, the Chelsea area has always been an independent, working-class industrial community from the beginning of its existence....
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.
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.
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I made the very difficult decision in July 2020 to move my mother into a memory care facility - during COVID, with only virtual tours available at all the facilities I looked into for her. The staff at...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood is a memory care assisted living community located in Norfolk County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully designed...
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Cost of assisted living in South Ashburnham, MA
The average cost of senior living in South Ashburnham is $7,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Northampton, MA with an average of $5,769 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ashburnham, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ashburnham, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in South Ashburnham vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in South Ashburnham, MA by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in South Ashburnham over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Ashburnham, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in South Ashburnham
Recent reviews for assisted living in South Ashburnham
The Gables at Winchester
4.9
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views
Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua
5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!
Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Supportive and communicative staff. Several reviews praise the attentiveness and responsiveness of the staff at various communities, including updating families with regular conversations about care needs and residents' well-being. For instance, at Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown, the staff at The Branches of Marlboro are descr ...
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Excellent food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At The Wellington at Springfield, the food is delicious, and at The Residence at Orchard Grove, the Residence at Orchard Grove's food is well-loved by residents. Some co ...
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Engaging activities for all interests. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. For example, at Barton House, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools, hikes, and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more. At Atria Longmeadow Place, residents participate in d ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, with some commenting specifically on the upkeep of both private rooms and common areas. At Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook, the individual hvacs are old but the facility is always kept clean, while at The Residence at Freeman La ...
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Personalized care plans tailored to individual needs. Several reviews mention that care plans are tailored to accommodate individual resident needs, ensuring that they receive the specific care and attention they require. At The Branches of Marlboro, the care team at The Branches of Marlboro creates personalized care plans for their residents, an ...
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Dedicated on-site health care services. Having health care services available on-site is crucial for many residents and their families. Several reviews highlight the benefit of having on-site health care staff at their communities. For instance, at Kaplan Estates, Kaplan Estates offers full nursing and medical staffing available 24/ ...
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South Ashburnham review score based on 1,015 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 1015 reviews of 255 South Ashburnham assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The South Ashburnham 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
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Review subcategories for South Ashburnham 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 1,015 reviews of 255 South Ashburnham assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Ashburnham 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.South Ashburnham, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
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South Ashburnham assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Ashburnham assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Ashburnham, 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 Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
57%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.2%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.4%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.8%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.4%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.8%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.4%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.8%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
59.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.5%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.1%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
48%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.1%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.9%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
68.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Ashburnham
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 South Ashburnham protect seniors.
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Spring Village at Summerhill and Cedarbrook Village at Ware are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Ashburnham, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 284 assisted living facilities near South Ashburnham, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Ashburnham, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Draper Place and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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