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The cost of independent living in Alander is about $5,082 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 21 options. Read 106 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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Photo of Keystone Place at Newbury Brook
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The best. From the beginning they provide a class A experience. The staff are incredible who really care. And the facility is very, very nice. We picked this community, because, for one, they provided clear...
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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My husband and I stayed at Home Sweet Home for almost a week in April this year and had a great time enjoying the convenient location and the delicious breakfast, but most importantly the wonderful help the...
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.
Home Sweet Home of Athens is a 24-bed facility located in historic Athens, NY blocks from the majestic Hudson River. Owned by The W Group we care for the person's physical, social, and spiritual needs. Our family atmosphere encourages a sense of purpose and promotes independence with...
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Very lovely assisted living , It is not large and the staff were great . The really personalize based on people's needs. They were with my Dad every step of the way, from when he came in needing very little...
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.
Photo of The Community at Brookmeade
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The people are very friendly, the place is very clean. The only negative is sometimes it takes a long time for the food to come out of the dining room. They could use a dining room manager or more help in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The Payn Foundation Home has been a great answer for our mom, who moved in two months ago. She still has her independence, but with the benefit of having a community surrounding her. It was just too lonely...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
We now require that all new admissions MUST be vaccinated against COVID19.Louis F Payn Foundation provides seniors with an independent living community in Chatham, NY. Chatham is a part of Columbia County and it provides its residents with a great place to live. Those who spend time in Chatham...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is 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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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Lenox Schoolhouse is doing a good job with taking care of the residents during Covid-19 and keeping things clean. The staff is remaining available as needed. Previous to Covid-19, they did have activities....
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.
Welcome home to Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments, The Berkshires’ newest 55+ Community. Our newly renovated studios and one bedroom apartment homes have been designed with you in mind. Our homes feature spacious, open layouts, sleek black energy efficient appliances, brand new cabinetry, plush...
Photo of The Cottage at Litchfield Hills
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It's a very nice, comfortable place where they try to cater to the patient and there family, as [name removed] did last week for my wife's birthday party, she was very helpful. I'm just happy we were able to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Cottage at Litchfield Hills, located in the heart of Litchfield County close to Routes 8 and 202, is owned by New England-based Northbridge Communities and their first property in Connecticut and 18th Senior Living Community.The Cottage offers all of the benefits of community living -...
Photo of Home Sweet Home on the Hudson
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I would recommend this facility to others.
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.
Home Sweet Home on the Hudson is located in Catskill, New York on the banks of the majestic Hudson River. The setting offers breathtaking views of the river including a changing array of interesting wildlife that flourish on our lush and beautifully landscaped 10-acre property.With our many room...
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The Eliot at Catskill is a very professional, and personable place where I felt comfortable leaving my aunt. My aunt loved the food there. She enjoyed the community very much. The activities are nice.
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.
A warm, caring atmosphere. Smiling, accommodating and competent staff. Delicious, restaurant-style meals. Friends, activities and spirituality. All of this and more is part of the carefree lifestyle experienced by the residents at The Eliot. Nestled in the Catskills, The Eliot provides a wide...
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Photo of The Fountains at Millbrook
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The Fountains at Milbrook is great! My parents are very happy there. The level of comfort with the staff is paramount. They have created such a warm and welcoming community, and they really know how to...
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.
The Fountains at Millbrook, located in Millbrook, NY is set on 200 beautiful acres in the Hudson Valley.We offer Independent Living with Cottages with garages and one and two bedroom apartments in our main building that is hotel like. All apartments and cottages have full kitchens. We have 27...
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I am happy with Ivy Lodge. They are proud of the way they handle residents with Alzheimer's. The staff is kind. Ivy Lodge is a home away from home, an extended family
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.
Come and visit our beautiful facility and experience the best that the Hudson Valley has to offer. Saugerties is a very unique village. We are surrounded by the beautiful Catskill Mountains, and edged by the Hudson River. We are within walking distance of the Main St. business center. There is a...
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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Tally Ho Mobile Home Estates
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: Independent Living
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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: 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
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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Cost of independent living in Alander, MA

The average cost of senior living in Alander is $5,082 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,558 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alander, MA vs. nearby cities

Alander, MA
$5,082/mo
$4,880/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alander, MA vs. the state and national average

Alander, MA
$5,082/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Alander vs. other types of senior living

$5,600/mo
Independent Living
$5,082/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Alander, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,378/mo
Studio
$5,136/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,561/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,101/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Alander

Recent reviews for independent living in Alander

Keystone Place at Newbury Brook in Torrington, CT

5.0
They are the most caring people who provide care with a smile and lots of love. I cannot say enough about Keystone at Newbury Brook! When I went for the first time, for a tour, I immediately felt the upbeat feeling that is pervasive there. Every staff member was smiling and happy in his/her job ...
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The Community at Brookmeade in Rhinebeck, NY

5.0
A very friendly atmosphere. A somewhat smaller site giving the feel of a country inn. Staff are pleasant and helpful. Always willing to be of service. Residents are pleasant and welcoming. Food is excellent. Always new things do and experience. I would recommend Arbor Ridge to anyone.

The Terraces at Brookmeade in Rhinebeck, NY

4.0
This is a new adjustment for my dad and the community has been a very good fit for him. They have activities available and the staff invite my dad to join. The care is good and he is in a clean environment throughout the community.

Alander independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alander independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alander, 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 Alander 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 Alander partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alander, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Alander 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 Alander communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Alander, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.1%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.6%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
38.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
16.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alander 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 Alander offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alander, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.6%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
23.8%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.1%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.6%
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Keystone Place at Newbury Brook, Home Sweet Home of Athens and The Terraces at Brookmeade are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alander, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 21 independent living facilities near Alander, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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