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Assisted living costs in Southbridge average about $7,782 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 281 communities in Southbridge. Our detailed directory has 6285 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sturbridge, Ludlow and Auburn.

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 Addison Place at Glastonbury
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Addison strives to personalize the experience as much as possible to each person's wants and needs . The management is very open to discussions and constructive criticism if something is not working as...
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.
Situated just south of East Hartford, bordering Bell-Hebron Linear Park on 14 wooded acres, Addison Place at Glastonbury is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being.This inviting residence offers a selection of...
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My brother is doing well since moving into Darlington. The staff seem to know him and talk to him like he was family. This is an older victorian home merged with a home next store. Before he moved in they...
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.
Darlington has four different facilities including 2 traditional assisted living , 2 memory care units and an independent living . Our staff have ongoing education on Dementia care, elder care, communication skills , medications and many more. All of our staff are CPR certified including our...
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[name removed] is the executive director and Andrew is the community relations director. [name removed] and [name removed] have been fantastic and very caring. Staff is very friendly treat the family of...
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 New England style residence, with covered porches, courtyards, gardens and walking paths, welcome you with the warmth and charm of a gracious home.*Professionals will monitor your medications, health safety and well being every day* Round the clock emergency response* Help with dressing,...
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The staff here has been great. My mom has been in the memory care unit since just before Christmas. She is very happy and feels safe. It’s so nice to finally spend my time with her as a daughter and not a...
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.
Greenwich Farms at Warwick located in Warwick, RI is a Benchmark Senior Living independent living residential community for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle?...
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Although founded by the Sisters of Mercy, residents have diversity of faiths (Christian & Jewish) as well as non-practicing. Most residents live independently and there is one floor dedicated to assisted...
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.
Located on a 40-acre campus in West Hartford, CT adjacent to Saint Joseph College, The McAuley features beautifully landscaped grounds and lovely views of Avon Mountain.  Best of all, when you live at The McAuley, you're just minutes away from the area's most popular attractions -- the...
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The facility is great! Additionally, most of the staff are quite wonderful as well. However, I am not a huge fan of most of the CNA's. I find most of them to be pretty rude, and seem quite lazy with their...
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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Mclean has closed a few times due to Covid concerns. This is why the overall experience is a 4. My father says that the food that is served is good, but not great. It is a caring environment that provides...
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 Village at McLean includes 15 barrier-free cottages, 48 large, spacious apartments plus a neighborhood of 13 villas . We are under construction of a beautiful new apartment building that will have 55 one & two bedroom apartments. Some will have balconies and fireplaces. Amenities will be...
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Atria Greenridge Place for the memory care is just what we were looking for. They are very attentive to all the residents. They keep them engaged unlike some of the other facilities just sitting and watching...
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.
At Atria Greenridge Place, you'll enjoy all the comforts of home and just the right amount of discreet support to help you live independently. This inviting community is situated in a residential neighborhood in Rocky Hill, next to Wethersfield and Newington. You'll find warm, friendly neighbors...
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Our loved one has since based but during her stay at Concord Place it was a wonderful experience. Being on the memory care side she received so much individual attention and care. The program director [name...
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.
Concord Park, a Volunteer of America senior community, is conveniently located on Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of the West Concord, MA shopping village. Concord Park offers local seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted...
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Cleanliness - slightly lower here since my mom often refuses service, but she really needs it given her condition. Dining/meals - surprisingly good and nice variety. Activities - activities were a main...
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.
A magnificent waterfall that once powered an 18th century mill creates a dramatic setting for The Falls at Cordingly Dam. Tucked away in a charming historic village, this is an extraordinary natural haven where fond memories and family traditions thrive. Inside, you'll find a familiar feeling of...
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Photo of The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way
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I picked Wingate because of the facilities location and the visual appeal of the buildings and the grounds. Very clean, very classy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. And the executive staff is always...
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.
Voted Best Assisted Living in Boston in 2014 & 2015 by SENIORADVISOR.COM and Voted Best Retirement Living Residence in Needham and Surrounding Communities by the Readers of Hometown Weekly in 2014. The Residences at Wingate is an Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care Community...
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I would tell my friends that this community was adequate and if someone had to go there it would be ok. The community seemed to be clean. The food at Pettee House was adequate and cold from my loved...
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.
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My mother has been a resident for nearly two months. She has thoroughly enjoyed the social activities offered there and seems to feel at home. She is always well groomed, has a friendly rapport with the...
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.
Avita of Needham is a unique Assisted Living Community, catering to memory support and care for seniors. We approach all of our care in a manner that looks holistically at the needs of our residents. In that way we believe we can maximize the abilities and minimize the losses of those in our...
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My family and I have nothing but positive things to say about Newbridge in the Charles. The staff couldn’t be kinder and more attentive to the residents. Most important to me, they have kept my dad engaged...
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.
You want the best for your loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. So do we. Strongly informed by research, memory care assisted living at NewBridge on the Charles offers comfortable and secure apartments and living areas, stimulating programming that keeps residents...
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Overall it has been a good experience, but they need more people for assistance and need to work some on training the staff that are there.
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.
Cornerstone at Canton offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living, ConnectedLIFE, an open campus memory support program for Assisted Living residents who have Mild Cognitive Impairment, and a state-of-the-art secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® affiliated with the Boston...
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I moved into Newbridge assisted living with my wife, who was dealing with health issues. I found the apartment size good with good closet size. They had very good and meaningful activities and programs 7...
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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It's one of the better places available but it is extremely expensive and not sure the high price is worth the level of care.
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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We never thought we would find an assistant living facility which combines a staff that genuinely cares for its elder clients, having an almost new facility, serving food that compares with a 4-star...
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: 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.
If you’ve ever dreamed of living in one of Connecticut’s delightful shoreline towns, you must come see Masonicare at Mystic. This brand new community from one of the state’s most trusted providers of senior services is located on Clara Drive, not far from the Aquarium, and next to a beautiful...
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It was expensive but my loved one received excellent care. We picked this community because, they had avalability,it was beautiful like a hotel, and I felt that my loved one would feel comfortable . I was...
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.
Commonwealth Senior Living at Haddam is a warm and gracious assisted living and retirement community with 72 bright and spacious one- and two- bedroom apartments, located in the Connecticut River Valley.A terrific value for independent seniors, we offer chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping...
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Academy Point is the perfect place for our 95yo mom. She enjoys the activities provided, socializing at meal times and having visitors. The staff is very friendly and everyone knows her name. They check in...
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.
Overlooking downtown Mystic Connecticut, Academy Point is a thoughtful, historic renovation of the former Mystic Academy. Much of the original building has been preserved to offer an environment rich in local history and fond memories. As an assisted living community, Academy point provides its...
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My Dad lives at this community, and we love it! It's a beautiful community, and the staff and residents are wonderful. It provides all sorts of activities and care for a great price.
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.
Springhouse is located in the Jamaica Plain area of Boston, across from the Faulkner Hospital and within walking distance of the Arnold Arboretum and public transportation. Springhouse is a not-for-profit community located on 13 acres of conservation land. We are within minutes of the Chestnut...
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They were great until my sister got sicker. They did their best but the cost got very high. My sister died there in hospice care The staff are all very nice and try their best.
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in Brighton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or...
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They were FANTASTIC to work with when my uncle was alive they bent over backwards for him. HOWEVER when he passed [date removed] I was owed a substantial refund because I prepaid and he passed a lot quicker...
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.
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I rate it an easy "5" !! All areas meet and exceed expectations. The care they show their residents is truly amazing. We are very happy with our choice.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Southbridge, MA

The average cost of senior living in Southbridge is $7,782 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, MA with an average of $5,749 per month.

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

Southbridge, MA
$7,782/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,782/mo
$10,983/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,832/mo
Studio
$6,490/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,894/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,373/mo

Senior living costs in Southbridge 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: Southbridge, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouthbridge, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,782/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$10,983/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,011/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Southbridge, MA:$7,782/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Southbridge, MA:$10,983/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Southbridge, MA:$4,011/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Southbridge, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Southbridge 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 Southbridge, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Southbridge 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 average 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Southbridge, MA$7,025/mo$6,643/mo+5.8%
Massachusetts$7,236/mo$6,741/mo+7.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Southbridge, MA
2024 average cost:$7,025/mo
2023 average cost:$6,643/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,741/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Southbridge, MA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Southbridge

Recent reviews for assisted living in Southbridge

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

Cornerstone at Canton

4.9
The staff at Cornerstone are so attentive, they know all of the residents by name and the families that come to visit. They are great about making sure nobody is stuck in their rooms and that everyone is engaging with each other whether that be in big groups or smaller groups. They are giving ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across different communities, such as Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Cedarbrook Village at Ware, and Brookdale Eddy Pond West. They are described as going above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and accommodated.
Varied activities for socializing. Reviews highlight the importance of having diverse activities available for residents at communities like Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Christopher Heights of Webster, and Brookdale Eddy Pond West. These activities range from movies and games to outings and classes, keeping seniors engaged and ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of various facilities, including Christopher Heights of Webster, Cedarbrook Village at Ware, and Brookdale Eddy Pond West. Residents appreciate the immaculate conditions of both their private rooms and communal areas.
Responsive and clear communication. Clear and effective communication between staff and families is emphasized in several reviews, with mentions of prompt responses to questions and concerns at Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Christopher Heights of Webster, and Cedarbrook Village at Ware.
Individualized care plans. Some reviews stress the importance of tailored care plans for residents, citing examples from Brookdale Eddy Pond East and Brookdale Eddy Pond West, where staff members take the time to understand and accommodate specific needs.
Delicious and varied meals. Reviews consistently praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at different communities, such as Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Christopher Heights of Webster, and Cedarbrook Village at Ware. Residents enjoy the attention to dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
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Southbridge review score based on 1,383 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 1383 reviews of 281 Southbridge assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Southbridge 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

Southbridge review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Southbridge, MA281 facilities
8.4
Cambridge, MA349 facilities
8.4
Quincy, MA349 facilities

Review subcategories for Southbridge 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 1,383 reviews of 281 Southbridge assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Southbridge 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.
Southbridge, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
3.5
Care services
3.2
3.2
Staff
3.4
3.4
Meals & dining
3.2
3.1
Activities
3.2
3.1
Value for cost*
3.1
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Southbridge assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southbridge assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southbridge, 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 Southbridge 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 Southbridge that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Southbridge, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.9%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.6%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.1%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Southbridge 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 Southbridge Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Southbridge, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
49.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Southbridge 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 Southbridge partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southbridge, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.9%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Southbridge 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 Southbridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southbridge, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.4%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
49.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.9%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southbridge 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 Southbridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southbridge, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.4%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.4%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.4%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.6%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
61.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
40.9%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Southbridge

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 Southbridge protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, The Lighthouse at Lincoln and Atria Lincoln Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Southbridge, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 281 assisted living facilities near Southbridge, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Southbridge, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Lincoln Place and Elmbrook Village at Bozrah. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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