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The cost of independent living in Ashley Heights is about $5,272 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 310 options.

Read 4797 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 Plymouth, Falmouth and Duxbury.

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Photo of The Residence at Whitcomb House
1515 Photos available
8.7
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53 reviews
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The Residence had a nice homey feel. And all the many community rooms were spacious. Also I liked that it was a smaller community of people living there, which felt more personal.
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.
Make yourself at home in the warm, welcoming community of Whitcomb House in Milford, MA, where abundant amenities and thoughtful features provide comfort and convenience. Our Assisted Living residents enjoy regular live entertainment as well as several family events throughout the year. Imagine...
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Photo of Brookdale Centre of New England
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.7
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70 reviews
8.7
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70 reviews
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What we think the community could improve on would be bathing the patients, sometimes I come and my moms face is not washed or her teeth not brushed
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.
Our community has been COVID free during this pandemic thanks to our dedicated staff! We are now allowing tours inside our building so you can see in person what a beautiful community it truly is!A little help can go a long way.At our senior living community, you’ll have the help you need and the...
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Photo of The Cottages at Dartmouth Village
44 Photos available
8.7
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36 reviews
8.7
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Sometimes I find it a little difficult to track someone down to answer a question. Overall it has been as positive an experience as possible considering my sister's condition. The management team has...
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 Cottages at Dartmouth Village is a memory care and assisted living community in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. Our community is nestled in a wooded area of the city giving residents peace and tranquility while still offering easy access to local attractions and amenities like Buttonwood Park Zoo,...
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Photo of Blenheim-Newport
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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Yes, it was a good experience. I filled out the application around 7:00 am and I was contacted about 8:00 am, I couldn't believe the quick response. It seemed a place was available for my friend within a...
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.
Situated on fifteen beautiful acres in Middletown, Rhode Island, Blenheim-Newport is an innovative senior living community providing assisted living services in a residential, home-like environment. Blenheim-Newport borders historic Newport, offering many cultural, educational and recreational...
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Photo of CareOne at Sharon
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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43 reviews
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So far, our experience has been very good! The staff is friendly and responsive, and the facility is excellent. My friend has been having a good transition to memory care and her level of anxiety and overall...
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.
CareOne is a family-owned and operated company, where we consider your family an extension of our own. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, our chief goal is to provide a warm environment where residents can thrive, remain connectedto the community and enjoy a fulfilling...
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Photo of Grove Manor Estates
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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36 reviews
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The deciding factor for us when it came, time to choose the best place for our mom, was the size of Grove Manor Estates overall - it's small enough to feel "homey," and not overwhelming. The generous room...
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 New Pond Village, a CCRC
1414 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.6
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The overall idea of the community, most people are friendly, the whole dining room dinner reservation thing is weird to me and many others, very poor communication between administrators, nursing , PT...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at New Pond Village located in Walpole, MA provides independent living for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle? Wouldn’t it be great to have...
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Photo of Sunrise of Newton
2525 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.6
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43 reviews
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It is a beautiful facility very new especially the fourth floor, which is brand new. There are a lot of activities for active people only a few activities for those who have mobility issues.
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.
Here at Sunrise of Newton, residents enjoy living in the lively suburban neighborhood of Newton Corner, just 20 minutes from downtown Boston, and with underground parking available for residents and visitors. Our community is also conveniently situated within easy reach of I-90 for excursions to...
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Photo of Atria Fairhaven
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.6
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27 reviews
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share the only item that they have failed at so far which was promised during the sale process, and that was Atria would provide transportation on any week day to and from his boat located close by. It was...
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.
Atria Fairhaven is an inviting senior community located in a charming seaside town. Residents gather with friends and family in one of several beautiful common spaces and an array of exciting daily activities provides many opportunities for social engagement. Atria Senior Living is a leading...
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Photo of Swan Brook Assisted Living
88 Photos available
8.6
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My mom is always clean and very happy. They take her food order every day and have a wide range of activities. The staff has very little turnover and the owner is ALWAYS there. I have seen him cook, clean...
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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Photo of Willows at Medway
99 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.6
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8 reviews
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Activities - variable as It has been a tough winter for our athletic director. She has been out sick. But on the whole there are many activities and I find them all very good. . It is expensive but I think...
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 Edelweiss Village
1111 Photos available
8.6
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The staff was friendly and great, so were the residents! The committee was nice and clean, as well as the staff and residents! They always have activities and weekly's trips and the food and beverages are...
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.
Edelweiss Village, one of Boston’s premiere senior living communities, provides residents with opportunities to enjoy an active, healthy, and social lifestyle. Here you will find an exceptional level of assisted living senior care. Welcoming all faiths and backgrounds, residents enjoy delicious...
Photo of The Residence at Vinnin Square
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The facility is beautiful, and the staff is caring. Most of the activities and good for our memory deficient loved one, but a few activities can feel a little halfway. We feel extremely confident about her...
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 Vinnin Square is a premier Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community, coming soon to a quiet, wooded parcel in Swampscott, MA. When you join our family, you’ll thrive in a vibrant community setting, and as importantly, your family and friends will have the...
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Photo of Sophia Snow House
55 Photos available
8.5
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The staff is wonderful. Sophia Snow House is a small lovely, simple community. There are just enough activities for the residents, and the accommodations are very clean and comfortable. My mother enjoys the...
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.
Sophia Snow Place is a 164 year old not-for-profit, retirement community that offers two options for living. The Residences at Snow Place are 66 independent living apartments with entry fees and low monthly fees with the option of adding on services.Sophia Snow House is a licensed option that...
Photo of Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.5
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Everyone is nice and welcoming. They made the process easy. They were very accessible. I would recommend it to others. My dad is happy and finds the food enjoyable.
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.
Located just minutes from Symphony Hall, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, residents of the Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community live in the heart of Boston's thriving cultural and entertainment world. Convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants, and a host of...
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Photo of The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living
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8.5
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My sister is well taken care of emotionally and physically. The staff is attentive. She also likes the food. It is always clean when I go there. I think the Parc is a great fit for my sister.
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 The Parc at Harbor View, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Winthrop area. Residents have many opportunities to...
Photo of The Residence at Melrose Station
1818 Photos available
8.5
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23 reviews
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The time had come for my 87-year-old aunt to sell her home and move into an Independent Living setting. She had been living alone for nearly 50 years, but realized that was not a long-term option. We had...
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 Melrose Station offers grand hotel-style living with a social program and exceptional care when/if needed, as well as our renown Reflections Memory Care. Reflections offers both studio and companion suite apartments with large common areas and nurse-given medications.Each of...
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Photo of Bertram House Swampscott
11 Photo available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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Mom absolutely loves the Bertram.. Something very special there.. They really care about the residents!! I'd recommend to all who are unsure where to put their loved one!
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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Photo of Brookdale Attleboro
1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
8.5
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From the moment we arrived, we felt very welcomed by [name removed] and [name removed]—they have both been wonderful. [name removed] at the front desk is also amazing and always helpful. The rooms are just...
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.
We can help with the little things so you can go do more of what you love.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, Brookdale Attleboro with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. With assisted...
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Photo of The Gables at Winchester
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8.4
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28 reviews
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28 reviews
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I truly would ice a 5 for every aspect. We have been thrilled with every person who we've spent time with. Their welcoming process is great. The 3 directors checked in daily to see mom was comfortable and...
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.
For over 30 years, The Gables at Winchester has been serving the Winchester and surrounding communities. The Gables is a comfortable and elegantly furnished senior living community offering the finest in independent and assisted living apartments, as well as rehabilitation services and...
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Photo of The Arbors at Stoneham
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They are very attentive to both the patient and the family. We have found nothing negative to say. We are very happy and my mother is setting in nicely. She is on the memory unit there and I must say they...
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.
Rich in history and culture, The Arbors at Stoneham offers seniors a welcoming, family-oriented community with a strong emphasis on togetherness. Located in Stoneham, MA, a town once known for its role in shoe manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution, our assisted living community provides...
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Photo of Maplewood at Mayflower Place
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8.2
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The staff in the dining facilities are very friendly. Housekeeping staff is reliable and do a good job. Nurses are slow to respond and don't seem to go above and beyond- just the basics. Staff for recreation...
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.
At Maplewood at Mayflower Place, you will find the nautical spirit and coastal charm of Cape Cod. Settled on 40 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, you can relax, breathe the fresh ocean air and enjoy the good things in life. Our continuing care retirement community is minutes from a variety...
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Photo of Maplewood at Brewster
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I've had to request that he not be left in his room alone all day They have complied Facility is spotless and beautiful Staff are largely (only) women since [name removed] has left
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.
Maplewood at Brewster will provide a healthy, invigorating environment for all seniors, as well as specialized assistance for those in need of memory care. The heart of Maplewood is embodied through an approach to assisted living that offers premier care to seniors who need some support in their...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Dedham
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Dad's getting used to new home. Participating in activities. Eating at least 2 out of 3 meals (probably still more than he ate when he lived alone). Staff is attentive though the response time when I contact...
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 Linden at Dedham is nestled in an inviting green country setting in a quiet wooded area conveniently located off of Route 95. Although we are not the “shiny penny” in our market, we offer all the comforts of home with unparalleled nursing care, coupled with longevity amongst its staff. As a...
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Photo of Sunrise of Arlington
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My mom was only here for a short time before she passed, sadly. But during that time she was more social and positive than I’d seen her in a long time. The caregivers were very kind and communicative, 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.
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
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Cost of independent living in Ashley Heights, MA

The average cost of senior living in Ashley Heights is $5,272 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Quincy, MA with an average of $4,459 per month.

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

Ashley Heights, MA
$5,272/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Ashley Heights, MA, vs. other senior living options

$8,191/mo
Independent Living
$5,272/mo

Independent living costs in Ashley Heights, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,289/mo
Studio
$4,126/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,347/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,722/mo

Senior living costs in Ashley Heights 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: Ashley Heights, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshley Heights, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,272/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,396/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,191/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ashley Heights, MA:$5,272/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ashley Heights, MA:$6,396/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ashley Heights, MA:$8,191/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Ashley Heights, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Ashley Heights 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 Ashley Heights, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ashley Heights 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
Ashley Heights, MA$4,576/mo$4,072/mo+12.4%
Massachusetts$4,386/mo$4,198/mo+4.5%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Ashley Heights, MA
2024 average cost:$4,576/mo
2023 average cost:$4,072/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,386/mo
2023 average cost:$4,198/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ashley Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashley Heights

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.

Fairing Way in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and warmth of the staff at different communities, including Thirwood Place, Chapel Hill Senior Living, and Maplewood at Brewster. Families have noted the helpfulness and attentiveness of staff, making new residents feel welcome and at home.
Variety of activities. Activities were a highlight in many reviews, with residents and families praising the engaging and diverse offerings at communities like Discovery Village Quincy, Fairview Estates, and Village at Proprietors Green. From games, arts and crafts, to outdoor adventures and social outings, ther ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food was a significant factor in residents' satisfaction, with communities like Cabot Park Village, The Highlands, and Willows at Medway receiving praise for their tasty and nutritious meals. Chefs often cater to dietary restrictions and preferences, ensuring residents look forward ...
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Well-maintained interiors and exteriors. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness and upkeep as crucial factors, with communities like Atria Draper Place, The Highlands, and Magnolia Heights receiving positive feedback for their meticulously maintained living areas, both inside and out.
Supportive and caring environment. Many reviews express appreciation for the compassion and empathy of staff at different communities, such as Brookdale Sakonnet Bay, Maplewood at Weston, and Traditions of Dedham, providing a nurturing and comfortable atmosphere for residents.
Access to outdoor spaces. Outdoor areas were a welcome addition for many residents, with communities like Discovery Village Quincy, Maplewood at Mayflower Place, and Willows at Medway offering tranquil gardens, walking trails, and patios for relaxation and socializing.
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Ashley Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashley Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashley Heights, 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 Ashley Heights 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 Ashley Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashley Heights, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.8%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.2%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.5%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashley Heights 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 Ashley Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashley Heights, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
47.1%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashley Heights 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 Ashley Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashley Heights, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.4%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.9%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.6%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.4%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.6%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.4%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
61.9%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
35.3%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.9%
47.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cornerstone of Weymouth, Freestyle Living and Atria Draper Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashley Heights, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 310 independent living facilities near Ashley Heights, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ashley Heights, Massachusetts are Cornerstone of Weymouth, Freestyle Living and Atria Draper Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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