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Assisted living costs in Whately average about $6,243 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 128 communities in Whately. Our detailed directory has 2270 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of RiverMead
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Blaire House of Worcester
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.
The Blaire House of Worcester is a 75-bed Skilled Nursing Center and is devoted completely to the care of residents with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We...
Photo of Immanuel House
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center
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.
It is our mission to provide our residents and their families with superior care delivered by staff dedicated in the principles of kindness, compassion, service and excellence in an environment where the individuality, dignity and value of those who are served, as well as those who serve, is...
Photo of Fernwood West
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
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.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
Photo of Holiday Manor
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Photo of The Retreat
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
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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My uncle lived at Southgate in Hampton Suites (assisted living) for years and recently passed away at age 94. The staff were outstanding and treated him like family. He was involved in activities daily and...
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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Photo of Alterra Clare Bridge of Glastonbury
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.
Photo of Camphill Ghent
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of assisted living in Whately, MA

The average cost of senior living in Whately is $6,243 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,898 per month.

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

Whately, MA
$6,243/mo
$6,293/mo

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

Whately, MA
$6,243/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,243/mo
$6,243/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,347/mo
Studio
$6,664/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,751/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,434/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,581/mo

Senior living costs in Whately 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: Whately, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhately, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$6,243/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,243/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$5,356/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Whately, MA:$6,243/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Whately, MA:$6,243/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Whately, MA:$5,356/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Whately, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Whately 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.

Whately, MAMA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Whately, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Whately 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Whately, MA$6,387/mo$5,878/mo+8.7%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Whately, MA
2024 average cost:$6,387/mo
2023 average cost:$5,878/mo
Percent change:+8.7%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Whately, 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 Whately.

What families are saying about assisted living in Whately

Recent reviews for assisted living in Whately

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

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

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

Comfortable and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the warm and friendly nature of the staff at different communities. For example, at The Residence at Glastonbury, the staff is described as helpful and responsive, going above and beyond to make new residents feel at home. At Suffield by the River, the staff are reported ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at various communities, such as gardening classes, trivia nights, and museum outings. For example, at Cedarbrook Village at Ware, the staff organizes a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes, a ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Many reviews mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the private rooms and common areas, both indoors and outdoors. For example, at The Residence at Brookside, the dining room and bistro area are praised for their cleanliness and pleasant atmosphere. At Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, r ...
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Clear and frequent communication. Families appreciate the consistent and open communication from the staff at their loved ones' communities. For instance, at Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, the staff holds regular meetings with residents and their families, both in person and virtually, to ensure everyone is informed and ...
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Personalized meal options for residents. Throughout reviews, the quality and customization of meals stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. For example, at Brookdale Eddy Pond East, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Comfortable and functional living quarters. Reviews often highlight the comfortable and functional living spaces at different communities, including private apartments and communal areas. At Spring Village at Summerhill, residents appreciate the walk-in baths and separate sleeping quarters, while at Sunrise of Leominster, the apartmen ...
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Whately review score based on 531 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 531 reviews of 112 Whately assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Whately 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

Whately review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Whately, MA112 facilities
7.9
Northampton, MA8 facilities
8.6
Amherst, MA151 facilities

Review subcategories for Whately 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 531 reviews of 112 Whately assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Whately 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.
Whately, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Whately assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whately assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whately, 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 Whately 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 Whately that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Whately, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.9%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Whately 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 Whately Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Whately, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.1%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Whately 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 Whately partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whately, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.1%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
58.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Whately 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 Whately communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whately, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
47.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.2%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whately 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 Whately offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whately, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.9%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
59.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Whately

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

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Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Arden Courts Avon, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Whately, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 128 assisted living facilities near Whately, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Whately, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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