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The cost of independent living in Ashburnham is about $4,226 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 292 options.

Read 5183 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Nashua, Holden and Leominster.

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Photo of Sunrise of Lynnfield
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Sales folks knowledgeable and honest. Reception area, friendly, and helpful daily. The floor staff is very business like, which we like, but they would also take the time and talk with us and the residence....
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
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.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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The one bedroom apartment is a very nice size. Specifically, the bathroom is really well thought out and the shower is a walk-in shower which is helpful for people with limited mobility. The staff is kind...
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.
American House Keene is everything you are looking for in an all-inclusive senior living community. Located within walking distance to downtown Keene with its many shops and restaurants, this beautifully designed senior living community offers an active lifestyle supported by a nurturing...
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She is very well taken care of by the staff. They have activities all day and they really work hard to have everyone participate. She is in a companion suite so she has a bedroom and there is a shared...
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.
Residents of Shrewsbury Crossings enjoy the pleasure of a close-knit community, the privacy of a spacious apartment home, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our staff is always available to cater to their individual needs. Our spacious assisted living apartments have room for favorite...
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Regarding Brookdale itself, who it is average to very good. The staff is very helpful and on hand when needed. The activities at Brookdale are many and varied as are the trips and outings. Shopping and trips...
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.
Quality Care Today and TomorrowIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in comfort and quality care, prepare to savor the good life. Nestled on more than 100 acres in Framingham, Massachusetts, our community offers a wonderful quality of...
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Photo of Sunrise of Leominster
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Excellent care. Stimulating activities. Food looks fantastic. [name removed] is really happy there. The staff has met the challenges of her care with such kindness and efficiency.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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Photo of Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living
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The place was clean. Plenty of activities for the residents in and outside the facility. Very accommodating and have extra options available for the residents to stay longer before going to assisted living...
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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Staff is great food is very good , we have not gotten involved with activities yet as we have not sold our house yet. That has kept us busy but seems a lot too do when we get time. Apartment we chose is...
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.
The Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,...
Photo of Whitney Place at Medway
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Staff generally are wonderful. Activities sometimes beyond capabilities of residents. Food was ok. Sometimes better than at other times. Housekeeping staff did a good job . Apartment size ok Nothing is ideal...
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 The Residence at Orchard Grove
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The facility is very modern and clean. The staff are all extremely friendly. There seemed to be a lot of activities which my father engages in the room is small, although well laid out, and the bathroom is a...
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 Residence at Orchard Grove is a brand new monthly rental community in Shrewsbury. This luxury senior living community features independent and assisted living apartments along with a supportive neighborhood for those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.Featuring LCB's Everyday Gourmet dining...
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Photo of Evans Park At Newton Corner
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Overall, apartment and closet space is huge. Very generous. Overall design and cleanliness is great, activities are varied and multiple options daily. The food is also above average and flexible, generous...
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.
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, 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 transportation to and from doctor’s...
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I am very happy with the Highlands and mom is as well. It's very clean, people are super friendly. My mom just has a studio apartment but that's all she needs. A ton of activities but she is currently not...
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 believe that The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At The Highlands, our management teams live...
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Photo of Sunrise of Norwood
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Staff-everyone was pleasant and tried to be helpful. However, I am in A hard neck collar because of a fracture. I don't believe any of the staff, including the nurse had dealt with this before that resulted...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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My mother appreciates the library and book club, topics club, etc. The resident garden club has multiple rose and flower beds on the property and a lovely plant/flower room on the fourth floor. There is also...
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.
Photo of Benchmark at Billerica Crossings
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We moved my father into the work, crossing at the end of June. He has been very happy with the service and the staff there. He calls me almost daily to rave about the food. It’s a clean friendly environment...
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 Billerica CrossingsAssisted Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsBenchmark Senior Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica Crossings in Billerica, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need...
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The staff are all super caring and friendly. They all remember you and your name, where you sit for dinner, your preferences for meals, and go out of their way helping.
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.
Cabot Park Village offers Seniors an opportunity to live independently, while enjoying a truly carefree lifestyle. Just a short walk from Newtonville Center, Cabot Park Village's location offers residents a wide array of social and cultural activities. Residents enjoy pursuing their interests...
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It's well maintained, staff is great and there is always something to do. It's very comfortable. I have given several friends a tour. And one of them is moving in at the end of the month. We are very...
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.
Keystone Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA.  Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live.  Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
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We were all very happy with Magnolia Heights. The staff were very helpful and the place was lovely. My mom enjoyed it thoroughly!
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 believe that Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Magnolia Heights, our management...
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Staff has been great, place is super clean, food is outstanding. My Dad is picky and he loves the food. He's in a studio which is plenty of room for him even with a double size bed in there and his easy...
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.
Giving Tree Senior Living is a family-owned and operated Assisted Living Community located in Dracut, Massachusetts. We are established to serve older adults who still want to maintain a home-like environment as they age in place in an environment where their needs for dignity, privacy,...
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We have found the facility and most especially each and every staff person at Windham Terrace to be incredibly warm and welcoming. The place is immaculate, inside and outside, and the food and dining service...
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.
Located in the heart of Windham village, but hidden from the hustle and bustle, you will find Windham Terrace.  We provide a full complement of services and amenities.  Residents can enjoy enriching social, cultural and educational activities.  Windham Terrace is close to...
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Beautiful facility nice people good customer service nice size. Very nice community for someone that wants to get active. There's a lot to do.
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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And in addition, my friend has moved to the memory care unit and is thriving there. I have great peace of mind after I visit because he is totally engaged in whatever activity is going on at the moment. I...
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.
At Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree, we are committed to ensuring that our every service and amenity will help create the enriched, active life you deserve. It starts with our surroundings. Our community beautifully balances privacy, safety and security, with well-appointed dining rooms...
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5's for all. She's very happy there. The residents are very welcoming and friendly, as are the staff. The facility has many nice seating areas we can sit in when we visit our mom, and the facility is very...
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.
For more than 18 years, Atria Marland Place has been the senior living provider of choice for Andover's wisest older adults. Building on this foundation of trust, they've recently completed a thoughtful, thorough renovation to expand and enhance their community — including the addition of Atria...
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Our whole experience from start to when my mother moved in has been extremely positive. The place is immaculate, there are tons of interesting and diverse activities to choose from on a daily basis, the...
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 Delaney at The Vale, located just 10 miles north of Boston is the areas newest 62+ community, featuring contemporary independent living, assisted living and memory care residences. The community will include three connected buildings complete with high-end amenities, upscale concierge...
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We like the house/one floor home we live in. We have been so busy with me having several surgeries and [name removed] with dementia and fighting cancer so at some time may have to move because of our health...
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.
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Cost of independent living in Ashburnham, MA

The average cost of senior living in Ashburnham is $4,226 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, MA with an average of $3,465 per month.

Independent living costs in Ashburnham, MA, vs. state and national averages

Ashburnham, MA
$4,226/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Ashburnham, MA, vs. other senior living options

$11,473/mo
Independent Living
$4,226/mo

Independent living costs in Ashburnham, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,421/mo
Studio
$4,204/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,670/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,818/mo

Senior living costs in Ashburnham 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: Ashburnham, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshburnham, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,226/mo$4,472/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$8,192/mo$8,094/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$11,473/mo$9,969/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Ashburnham, MA:$4,226/mo
Massachusetts:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Ashburnham, MA:$8,192/mo
Massachusetts:$8,094/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Ashburnham, MA:$11,473/mo
Massachusetts:$9,969/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Ashburnham, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ashburnham 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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Independent living cost trends in Ashburnham, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ashburnham 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
Ashburnham, MA$4,220/mo$4,096/mo+3.0%
Massachusetts$4,293/mo$4,175/mo+2.8%
National$3,400/mo$3,276/mo+3.8%
Ashburnham, MA
2024 average cost:$4,220/mo
2023 average cost:$4,096/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,293/mo
2023 average cost:$4,175/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,400/mo
2023 average cost:$3,276/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ashburnham

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashburnham

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

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.

Meetinghouse at Riverfront in Manchester, NH

5.0
You feel like you just walked into a large family home. Clean, bright and friendly. Had lunch with a friend her while visiting and food was just like a nice restraunt. Everyone was happy and healthy. Staff new everyone name and the residents seems to like each other!

Ashburnham independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashburnham independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashburnham, 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 Ashburnham 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 Ashburnham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashburnham, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
47.3%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashburnham 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 Ashburnham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashburnham, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashburnham 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 Ashburnham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashburnham, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
58.6%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.5%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.2%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.9%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
59.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
33.2%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
47.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Dodge Park and The Oasis at Dodge Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashburnham, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 292 independent living facilities near Ashburnham, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ashburnham, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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