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The cost of independent living in Dana Center is about $5,634 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 231 options. Read 3359 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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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
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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, 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.
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.
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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.
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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.
Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...
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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.
As an integral part of the Hillside Village Keene Life Plan Retirement community, The Prospect-Woodward Health Center is a not-for-profit community, offering Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care in Keene NH. Prospect-Woodward is made up of 43 attractive, newly built, private assisted...
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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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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
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.
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.
Linsey Landing, located in the historic town of Milford, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, offers a tranquil small town feeling in a picturesque New England setting. Our independent senior housing apartments feature views from every window, air conditioning and modern kitchens loaded with...
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Welcome to The Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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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: 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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This is an older building so I would give the look of it a 3. They offer daily activities such as Karaoke, daily exercise and my mom has taken advantage of the bingo. My parents attitude is now more...
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.
Delamere WoodsSituated in a picturesque country setting right off route 159 in Hartford County, Delamere Woods in Windsor, CT is an independent living community for those who want to enjoy their golden years in a tranquil environment. While the greenery and scenic landscapes are peaceful, they...
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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
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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.
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.
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 Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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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...

Cost of independent living in Dana Center, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dana Center is $5,634 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,351 per month.

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

Dana Center, MA
$5,634/mo
$5,361/mo
$5,726/mo

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

Dana Center, MA
$5,634/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

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

$6,893/mo
Independent Living
$5,634/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,224/mo
Studio
$6,829/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,090/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,770/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,603/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$5,634/mo$6,422/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,893/mo$7,327/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,893/mo$7,333/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Dana Center, MA:$5,634/mo
Massachusetts:$6,422/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Dana Center, MA:$6,893/mo
Massachusetts:$7,327/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Dana Center, MA:$6,893/mo
Massachusetts:$7,333/mo
U.S.:$4,972/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.

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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$3,867/mo$3,832/mo+0.9%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Dana Center, MA
2024 average cost:$3,867/mo
2023 average cost:$3,832/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
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2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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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 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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.1%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.6%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.7%
10.5%
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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%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.2%
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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
54.9%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.2%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.5%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.4%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.7%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.4%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.8%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.9%
46.5%
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Atria Draper Place, Artisan at Hudson and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dana Center, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 231 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 Cedarbrook Village at Ware. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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