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Assisted living costs in Wendell average about $6,580 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 121 communities in Wendell. Our detailed directory has 1910 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: 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.
Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...
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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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Cost of assisted living in Wendell, MA

The average cost of senior living in Wendell is $6,580 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,948 per month.

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

Wendell, MA
$6,580/mo
$6,365/mo

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

Wendell, MA
$6,580/mo
U.S. national average
$4,752/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,580/mo
$6,580/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,409/mo
Studio
$6,159/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,106/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,585/mo

Senior living costs in Wendell 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: Wendell, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWendell, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$6,580/mo$7,392/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,580/mo$7,399/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living$5,464/mo$6,496/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Wendell, MA:$6,580/mo
Massachusetts:$7,392/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Wendell, MA:$6,580/mo
Massachusetts:$7,399/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Wendell, MA:$5,464/mo
Massachusetts:$6,496/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wendell, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wendell 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
Wendell, MA$6,394/mo$5,882/mo+8.7%
Massachusetts$7,001/mo$6,732/mo+4.0%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Wendell, MA
2024 average cost:$6,394/mo
2023 average cost:$5,882/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,001/mo
2023 average cost:$6,732/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wendell, 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 Wendell.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wendell

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wendell

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!!

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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Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

5.0
We don't have any complaints about the building/staff/services. Our experience with Manor on the Hill has been wonderful. They worked with us in the beginning and reassured us this will be her "forever home" We didn't think we'd be able to afford assisted living, but everything worked out for ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtfully designed temperature control. Several reviews mention the importance of temperature control in senior living communities, with some residents expressing appreciation for having personal control over their living spaces at The Wellington at Springfield, Suffield by the River, and The Residence at Orchard Grove.
Staff accommodations for pets. Reviews for The Residence at Orchard Grove highlight the community's welcoming attitude towards pets, with some residents mentioning that they were able to bring their furry companions with them, making the transition to assisted living smoother.
Diverse range of activities. Activities catering to various interests are a common theme in the reviews, with residents at Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, The Gables of Fitchburg, and Ledgewood Bay expressing enjoyment in the wide range of options offered.
Responsive and attentive staff. Several residents praise the staff for their prompt responses to concerns and requests, as mentioned in reviews for Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Residence at Orchard Grove, and All American at Enfield Assisted Living.
Flexible meal plans and dining options. Reviews from Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Manor on the Hill, and Christopher Heights Of Belchertown highlight the importance of accommodating meal preferences and dietary restrictions in senior living communities, with some communities providing a range of options to meet residents' needs.
Open and welcoming atmosphere. A sense of community and inclusion is highlighted in several reviews, with residents at The Residence at Orchard Grove, Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings, and Cedarbrook Village at Ware expressing appreciation for the friendly and welcoming environment at their communities.
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Wendell review score based on 455 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 455 reviews of 103 Wendell assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wendell 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

Wendell review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Wendell, MA103 facilities
8.2
Greenfield, MA8 facilities
8.7
Amherst, MA150 facilities

Review subcategories for Wendell 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 455 reviews of 103 Wendell assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wendell 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.
Wendell, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
3.9
Friendliness
4.0
4.0
Care services
3.6
3.6
Staff
3.9
3.9
Meals & dining
3.5
3.5
Activities
3.5
3.5
Value for cost*
3.5
3.6
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Wendell assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wendell assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wendell, 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 Wendell 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 Wendell that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wendell, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.7%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.2%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.3%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.2%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68%
56.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.2%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.9%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wendell 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 Wendell Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wendell, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.2%
51.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.5%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wendell 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 Wendell partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wendell, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.1%
41.2%
No sugar
No sugar
57.3%
37.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
36.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
17.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Wendell 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 Wendell communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wendell, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.4%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.2%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wendell 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 Wendell offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wendell, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
65%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
31.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.7%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.2%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.1%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.1%
52.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.3%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
38.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.1%
47%
Live performances
Live performances
60.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
37.9%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33%
24.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.1%
46.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wendell

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 Wendell protect seniors.
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Artisan at Hudson, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Wendell, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 121 assisted living facilities near Wendell, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Wendell, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks and Southwick Village. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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