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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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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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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.
Shillman House Shillman House is an independent living community that is located in Framingham, MA. This community is located in a beautiful area and is open to seniors who are looking for a caring home. Framingham is a part of Middlesex County and it offers much for residents and guests to check...
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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.
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Very caring staff. Home like environment and my dad made lots of friends he loved being at Autumn Villa.
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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.
We are a private family owned assisted living situated in a country setting in the Town of Cumberland Rhode Island. Our peaceful location makes Autumn Villa an experience to remember for residents and family. On a quiet country road, residents can be free to enjoy the natural setting. Either...
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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.
We are a 23 bed licensed level 4 rest home located less than a 1/4 mile off rt. 2. Our size allows us to do the little extras that are so important to the elderly community. We are rated one of the top 5 rest homes in Massachusetts. Applewood is a family and our residents are treated with love...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
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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: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
Hillcrest of South Windsor, Connecticut is a comfortable and convenient apartment community designed to meet the needs of seniors 62 and over, offering independent living at a rent you can afford. Ideally located within walking distance of shops and restaurants, Hillcrest is just a short drive...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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
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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.
The warmth and character of a restored antique farmhouse, a rural setting close to the center of town, and the security and comfort of all modern amenities contribute to the relaxed and friendly ambiance of Pond Home, a retirement home in Wrentham, Massachusetts.What really sets Pond Home apart,...
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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: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
Watson Farm is a delightful community of apartment rentals for seniors 55 and over, offering independent living at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted 72-unit community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, with restaurants, medical services and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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: 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.
Berry Patch is a senior living apartment community for adults 62 and over, at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, where restaurants, medical services and shopping—the Shoppes at Buckland Hills and...

Cost of independent living in Charlton City, MA

The average cost of senior living in Charlton City is $5,760 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,351 per month.

Independent living costs in Charlton City, MA, vs. nearby cities

Charlton City, MA
$5,760/mo
$6,280/mo

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

Charlton City, MA
$5,760/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Charlton City, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,859/mo
Independent Living
$5,760/mo

Independent living costs in Charlton City, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,266/mo
Studio
$6,959/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,376/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,422/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,969/mo

Senior living costs in Charlton City 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: Charlton City, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCharlton City, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,760/mo$6,422/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,846/mo$7,327/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,859/mo$7,333/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Charlton City, MA:$5,760/mo
Massachusetts:$6,422/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Charlton City, MA:$6,846/mo
Massachusetts:$7,327/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Charlton City, MA:$6,859/mo
Massachusetts:$7,333/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Charlton City, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Charlton City 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Charlton City, MA$3,977/mo$3,869/mo+2.8%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Charlton City, MA
2024 average cost:$3,977/mo
2023 average cost:$3,869/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Charlton City

Recent reviews for independent living in Charlton City

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.

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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Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff in several communities. At New Horizons at Marlborough LLC, everyone from residents to staff are described as kind and cheerful. Families express gratitude for the genuine care and compassion shown to their loved ones.
Variety of activities for residents. Residents enjoy the diverse range of activities offered in multiple communities. At Keystone Commons, activities include artsong, ballroom dancing, bowling, outside bbqs, musical performances, new minigolf, monthly themed activities, and happy hour at the pub every Friday before dinner. Reside ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and maintenance are consistently mentioned as important factors in residents' satisfaction with their living situation. In Day Brook Village Senior Livings Day Brook Village, apartments are described as clean and well-appointed, with friendly staff keeping common areas tidy. In Ma ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Clear communication between families and staff is a recurring theme in positive reviews. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, the concierge team is noted for their availability and willingness to listen to concerns and ideas. Families appreciate regular updates regarding care and well- ...
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Flexible meal options. Meal options and quality are major considerations for many seniors and their families. At Goddard House, Goddard House is praised for accommodating individual preferences and dietary restrictions. Residents and families look forward to meals and appreciate the variety of choices.
Engaged and social residents. Engaging social activities and opportunities for interaction contribute to a positive community atmosphere. In The Highlands, residents find joy in meeting new friends and forming bonds with one another.
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Charlton City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Charlton City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Charlton City, 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 Charlton City 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 Charlton City partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Charlton City, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.1%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
47.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.1%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Charlton City 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 Charlton City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Charlton City, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Charlton City 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 Charlton City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Charlton City, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.2%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.7%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.6%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.4%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.2%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56.4%
46.5%
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Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Longmeadow Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Charlton City, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Charlton City, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Elmbrook Village at Bozrah and Atria Longmeadow Place. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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