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The cost of independent living in Dana Center is about $5,670 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 230 options. Read 3449 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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My Mom (92 years old with long term dementia, wheelchair) has spent the past year in "The Harbor", the secure Memory Care Unit at Nashua Crossings. It has been the best experience for both of us! Mom is...
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 Nashua Crossings in Nashua, NH 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...
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I am one of the first group of guests who moved into Pleasant Hill a year ago. While it was a difficult decision to make at the time, to move from a place I loved and leave all my friends and activities,...
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.
About Pleasant Hill in Marlborough, MassachusettsPleasant Hill Retirement is Marlborough, Massachusetts’ premier independent living community. The community comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including one and two -bedroom suites, and a variety of floor plans. Pleasant Hill...
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I do not live there but my 91 year old friend is happy and content. Staff at CB are nice and very attentive. People that live there seem happy and CB has many music events and activities for the residents.
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.
Creamery Brook Village is in the historic northeast CT town of Brooklyn - minutes from Interstate 395, routes 6 and 169. We are sponsored by PierceCare, a nonprofit provider of Eldercare Services. Creamery Brook is designed to be a community for those who seek the ease and security of living...
Photo of Brookdale South Windsor
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1010 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about the community is The overall staff. The person who runs the front desk. Overall cheery environment. Family nights. [name removed] the cook
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.
Brookdale South Windsor is now open for in person visits and move ins!!! Such exciting news - we can now share our family like community with you and your loved one in person ( with safety precautions of course) but you all can see the apartment of your choice. We can also move new resident in...
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It's new and clean with very nice staff and residents. The food is very good, especially compared to the previous place I lived. The activities are very good, but it's hard to please everyone. I live in...
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.
Your next chapter in life starts at The Residence at Natick South. Ideally located just outside the city center and near Natick Mall, our luxury senior community offers a quiet, convenient setting where you can enjoy resort-style dining, sophisticated living options, and exceptional care anytime...
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I and my cousin are very happy she is at Christopher Heights. What we like the most about the community is the location, activities selection and just overall good assisted living.
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.
At Christopher Heights of Worcester, our goal is to provide a comfortable, caring and uplifting atmosphere, where each resident’s rights, dignity, and individuality are treated with the utmost respect. We accomplish this by dedicating ourselves to the physical and emotional welfare of all those...
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For us this has been a wonderful experience so I would give them a 5. We are in the 370 building which is the most independent setting. The residents here are very friendly and welcoming. They give us...
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.
New Horizons is a large not-for-profit continuing care retirement community where a safe, happy, and engaging retirement is everyone's most important concern. Fine dining and extensive activities are vital parts of every day. Our staff of exceptional people has enabled New Horizons to build its...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
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33 Floor plans available
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5 for each category. The staff, the friendly atmosphere, the fact that my husband is happy, the wide variety of activities and everybody knows your name.
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.
Waltham Crossings is a comfortable and casual senior living community, with easy access to the surrounding Metrowest area. Residents of Waltham Crossings enjoy chatting with friends in the fireplaced living room, barbecuing among the gardens, or joining in on a game of cards in the Cape Cod room....
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When it comes to the care services we are still attempting to decide. Challenging case! My loved one isn't terribly complimentary. Says soups are good! The "na" are difficult to respond to. #7 is na as...
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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The only complaint my mother had was the food, but she is very used to fine dining. The facility itself is very nice, clean, well maintained. Her apartment was bright and well furnished. The staff was always...
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.
Situated in a lovely, suburban neighborhood just outside of amenity-rich Springfield, The Reserve at East Longmeadow offers premium Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Backed by LCB Senior Living’s more than 30 years of excellence, The Reserve provides attentive service and...
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Photo of The Highlands
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8.6
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The building is beautiful and the staff couldn't be nicer. I would recommend it to others, it's a very warm, comfortable and welcoming environment and I'm very happy my mom is there now
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 Benchmark at Tatnuck Park
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33 Floor plans available
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The staff is friendly and caring, and have kept me updated on any issues mom may be having. Lots of activities and mom has made many new friends in her short time there. She has been very happy with 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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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Photo of Keystone Commons
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What we like the most about the community is just knowing they are getting the care they need and that they offer different levels of care based on individual needs. Everyone there is so nice and they really...
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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Photo of Armbrook Village
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Very lovely place that tries hard. Compassionate care; outstanding food in memory care; a little expensive; access to the nurses that run the place was somewhat problematic for me (direct communication...
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
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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 Maplewood at Weston
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44 Floor plans available
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Maplewood at Weston is the real deal - run by top notch professionals who care about the facility, its residents, their families … and it shows. [name removed] and his maintenance crew are second to none....
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.
Maplewood at Weston is located along the Charles River in one of the most desirable suburbs in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil countryside, our community is just minutes from the many cultural attractions of Boston, including the Museum of Fine Arts and The Boston Symphony Orchestra. We...
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Everyone that works there is kind and respectful of all the workers, and that goes for everyone who lives there. There's no judgement at this facility. It takes special people to have the patience that these...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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My friend likes the accommodations very much. Everyone is very nice and friendly. He says the food is good Also the facility is pretty new so it's very neat and clean. He's in a split room but decided to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Find the level of care you deserve at All American Assisted Living in Enfield. With the help of our personalized lifestyles and a broad selection of services and amenities, you will live in comfort, ease, and grace.We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.Our goal is to have...
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is plentiful with different options. Mom has been there now for 2 months and is happy.
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.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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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
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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.
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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Staff is very caring, and full of nice surprises for the residents. As far as the food goes. I guess they have spoken with the current kitchen crew and some of the menu has started to change for the better.
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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So on all categories I would give a 5. My mother loves being at Goddard House, her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff members and is very happy there. It is close to us, convenient to the area she...
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.
Warm and GraciousSenior Living in Worcester, MassachusettsAt Goddard House, you’ll live the independent retirement life you love, with supportive services available that provide just the help you need, when you need it.AmenitiesBeautiful grounds and gardens | Elegantly furnished community living...
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It's a small assisted living home that takes care of the residents very well, laundry, assistance showering and many other included assistances. Friendly established staff. Not a lot of turnover.
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.
Sarawood Assisted Living is a charming Victorian home with a capacity for 28 residents, nestled on two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in the highlands of Holyoke, MA. All rooms are private, with some featuring private half-baths, while others share a bathroom (typically no more than two...
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Excellent hospice care and activities for the dementia ward of Notre Dame assisted living. Very limited activities at the long term care, dementia care ward, due to ratio of ND staff to residents. Many...
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 peaceful, serene, scenic location and beautiful structure that was originally built in 1900 to serve as the convent for the Sisters of Notre Dame, today houses the vibrant du Lac Assisted Living community.Our mission remains deeply committed to that of Saint Julie Billiart, founder of the...
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...

Cost of independent living in Dana Center, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dana Center is $5,670 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,357 per month.

Independent living costs in Dana Center, MA, vs. nearby cities

Dana Center, MA
$5,670/mo
$5,354/mo
$5,735/mo

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

Dana Center, MA
$5,670/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in Dana Center, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,921/mo
Independent Living
$5,670/mo

Independent living costs in Dana Center, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,700/mo
Studio
$4,345/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,228/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,324/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,164/mo

Senior living costs in Dana Center 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: Dana Center, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDana Center, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,670/mo$6,496/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,921/mo$7,392/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,921/mo$7,399/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Dana Center, MA:$5,670/mo
Massachusetts:$6,496/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Dana Center, MA:$6,921/mo
Massachusetts:$7,392/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Dana Center, MA:$6,921/mo
Massachusetts:$7,399/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Dana Center, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dana Center 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 median 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
Dana Center, MA$3,862/mo$3,827/mo+0.9%
Massachusetts$4,122/mo$3,862/mo+6.7%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Dana Center, MA
2024 average cost:$3,862/mo
2023 average cost:$3,827/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$3,862/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dana Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Dana Center

The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill in Franklin, MA

4.6
We chose Benchmark because of the facility's ability to provide services according to the progression of needs. The apartments vary in size and configuration. Some have full kitchens (ours) some are studio. There are only 3 2 bedrooms in the entire facility. We have been waiting for one since ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff at different communities, including Keystone Commons, The Residence at South Windsor Farms, Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living, Summer Place, Arbors of Hop Brook, and Goddard House. Residents and their families ...
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Variety of activities for socializing. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at various communities, like Keystone Commons, Arbors of Hop Brook, Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, Southwick Village, and Goddard House. Activities include music performances, bingo, card games, craft projects, and more.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. Communities such as Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Arbors of Hop Brook, Holiday White Oaks, and Southwick Village are noted for their well ...
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Delicious and diverse meal options. Throughout the reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Holiday White Oaks, The Highlands, Atria Draper Place, and Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living offer delicious and varied meal choices.
Comprehensive communication between families and staff. Reviews contain many mentions of frequent, thorough conversations that community staff members have with residents and their families to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. Communities such as Summer Place, The Highlands, and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community ...
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Access to on-site medical care and resources. Several residents and their families mention the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having on-site medical care and resources at their community. Facilities like Holiday White Oaks, Brookdale Cushing Park, and Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living offer access to health car ...
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Dana Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dana Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dana Center, 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 Dana Center 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 Dana Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dana Center, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.7%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
46.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dana Center 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 Dana Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dana Center, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.7%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
37.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dana Center 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 Dana Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dana Center, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.2%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.4%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.8%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.6%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.9%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.7%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.5%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Artisan at Hudson and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dana Center, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 230 independent living facilities near Dana Center, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dana Center, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Spring Village at Summerhill and Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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