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The cost of independent living in Cummington is about $4,091 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 205 options. Read 1828 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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It was excellent. Caretakers wonderful and attentive. Administrators kept in touch and genuinely cared. Must keep in mind....only assisted living....not nursing capable. Had to move my brother when he needed...
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.
Introducing Peregrine Shaker. Now under Peregrine Senior Living
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They were incredibly helpful and sweet. My mom felt at home right away. Unfortunately we did need their services for long but we would highly recommend it to anyone looking. The price is great and the...
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.
AVIVA West Hartford is located at 1 Hamilton Heights Dr. in West Hartford, CT. Our building is a member of the National Historic Society and was originally built to be a school; Mount St. Joseph.We offer independent, assisted, assisted plus and memory care living options.
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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again.  Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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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: 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
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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
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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.
We offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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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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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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, 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.
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...
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.
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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: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: 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: 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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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There 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.
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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Cummington, MA

The average cost of senior living in Cummington is $4,091 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,558 per month.

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

Cummington, MA
$4,091/mo

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

Cummington, MA
$4,091/mo
U.S. national average
$4,145/mo

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

$5,259/mo
Independent Living
$4,091/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,231/mo
Studio
$5,577/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,593/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,289/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,530/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Cummington over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Cummington

Recent reviews for independent living in Cummington

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.

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Day Brook Village Senior Living in Holyoke, MA

5.0
Day Brook Village is a wonderful facility. Apartments are clean and well appointed. And every person that we encountered and interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to have us there. A very happy place.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and welcoming community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the community, with residents and staff creating a sense of camaraderie. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, for instance, newcomers are greeted warmly and encouraged to socialize with other residents, making for a positive ...
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High-quality and accommodating dining experiences. Many reviews praise the excellent food quality at their respective communities, with staff ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are met. At Holiday White Oaks, for example, residents appreciate the variety of menu options and attentive dining staff, creating a satisfying dining experi ...
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Active and diverse activity offerings. Residents find enjoyment in the many activities provided, ranging from physical activities like walking groups and exercise classes to creative pursuits like art classes and musical performances. At Keystone Commons, the wide range of activities keeps residents engaged and fulfilled.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Comfort and convenience are priorities in the living spaces at various communities. Apartments are designed with safety and accessibility features, allowing residents to feel at ease and secure. At Southwick Village, for instance, the spacious apartments offer a homey feel with modern amenitie ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Communities offer a range of convenient services and amenities, ensuring residents have everything they need. At Holiday White Oaks, the on-site beauty salon and barbershop make it easy for residents to maintain their personal appearance. Additionally, many communities offer transportation ser ...
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Supportive and caring staff. Staff members go above and beyond to provide exceptional care and support for residents, fostering a sense of security and comfort. At Peregrine Delmar Place, the friendly and responsive staff make it a priority to ensure residents' needs are met and their concerns are addressed.
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Cummington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cummington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cummington, 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 Cummington 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 Cummington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.3%
19.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.1%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.7%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.5%
32.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Cummington 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 Cummington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cummington, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.7%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cummington 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 Cummington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cummington, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
39.9%
43.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.8%
31.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.4%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.5%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.5%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
41.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.8%
36.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.2%
40.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.4%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
25.8%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27.5%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cummington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 205 independent living facilities near Cummington, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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