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The cost of independent living in Mechanicsville is about $5,264 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 269 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Smithfield Woods is luxurious senior care community in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Our elegant and stately community, located in Providence County, is just minutes from the historic town of Smithfield, with fine dining, shopping, banks and medical offices just minutes away. The dynamic city of...
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The staff and residents at Brookdale Eddy Pond East are very welcoming and treated my mother like family. From the administrator to the business office , the support staff , nurses , CNA'S and kitchen staff-...
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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Facility is very well maintained, extremely clean, safe, carefully set up for persons with memory issues and attention is paid to decorating for holidays and birthdays. Residents, family members and other...
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.
Comfortable and Distinctive Surroundings The perfect blend of hospitality and healthcare. Breathtaking lake views highlight the picturesque campus of The Village at Waterman Lake. Lavish gardens provide the setting for arts, fitness and leisure, including a nine-hole putting green, Bocce court,...
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The facility was very well-maintained and the personnel were very pleasant. Unfortunately, they suffered from the same industry wide problems of adequate staffing in food, service, and housekeeping and the...
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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They are all very friendly, caring and helpful! Yes, we would recommend the community to other families. I helped get a dear friend in Creamery Brook and he has been there just over a year and is happy there...
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.
Creamery Brook Village is in the historic northeast CT town of Brooklyn - minutes from Interstate 395, routes 6 and 169. We are sponsored by PierceCare, a nonprofit provider of Eldercare Services. Creamery Brook is designed to be a community for those who seek the ease and security of living...
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Very accommodating in getting information to help us make our decision The facility is very nice and the staff are very helpful, knowledgeable and caring Facility is very well maintained Activities are...
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.
Christopher Heights of Webster is strictly a rents community, located in a beautiful rural setting easily accessible to al major routes. Our monthly fee includes all meals, utilities (excluding cable and telephone), 24 hour security and up to one hour and a half of personal care daily. There is...
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The only problem with the staff is most are foreign and I have trouble understanding them. The food could be a little better. I don't think they serve the same food that they do in the Assisted Living...
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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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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
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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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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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, 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 Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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My friend [name removed] is the number one friend in the whole wide world! I wouldn't hurt him or let anybody else hurt him either. This is why I went to his rescue to move back to Mount Vernon in 2016 then...
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.

Cost of independent living in Mechanicsville, CT

The average cost of senior living in Mechanicsville is $5,264 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Simsbury Center, CT with an average of $3,944 per month.

Independent living costs in Mechanicsville, CT, vs. nearby cities

Mechanicsville, CT
$5,264/mo
$5,235/mo

Independent living costs in Mechanicsville, CT, vs. state and national averages

Mechanicsville, CT
$5,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Mechanicsville, CT, vs. other senior living options

$6,831/mo
Independent Living
$5,264/mo

Independent living costs in Mechanicsville, CT, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,931/mo
Studio
$5,730/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,381/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,683/mo

Senior living costs in Mechanicsville 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: Mechanicsville, CT
Column state: Connecticut
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMechanicsville, CTConnecticutU.S.
Independent Living$5,264/mo$6,345/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,820/mo$8,789/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,831/mo$8,873/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Mechanicsville, CT:$5,264/mo
Connecticut:$6,345/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Mechanicsville, CT:$6,820/mo
Connecticut:$8,789/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Mechanicsville, CT:$6,831/mo
Connecticut:$8,873/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mechanicsville

Recent reviews for independent living in Mechanicsville

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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The Bridge at Cherry Hill in Johnston, RI

5.0
This is the third assisted living i have been in. My apartment is larger then my last one and a year after being here I am paying less per month. The chef here is great and has a great variety of menu items.

Wyndemere Woods in Woonsocket, RI

5.0
My Mom has been at Wyndemere woods for more than a week and we are very satisfied with the place. My Mom loves the food and the people are so friendly. It was an easy transition except for Cox [Removed], but not the home's fault.I am trying to encourage my Mom to use the transportation and ...
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Mechanicsville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mechanicsville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mechanicsville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mechanicsville independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mechanicsville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mechanicsville, CTNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mechanicsville independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mechanicsville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mechanicsville, CTNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mechanicsville independent 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 independent living communities in Mechanicsville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mechanicsville, CTNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
43.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.3%
46.4%
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Smithfield Woods, Brookdale Eddy Pond East and The Village at Waterman Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mechanicsville, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 18 independent living facilities near Mechanicsville, Connecticut. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mechanicsville, Connecticut are Atria Draper Place, Atria Lincoln Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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