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The cost of independent living in East Sheffield is about $5,692 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 292 options. Read 3671 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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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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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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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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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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
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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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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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cedar Springs is actually two distinct communities we call Cedar Springs East and Cedar Springs West. Cedar Springs East is easily found at the end of Aircraft Road (off of Route 10 by Dunkin Donuts). The Quinnipiac River separates Cedar Springs West which is located right off West Queen Street...
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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.
Nottingham Towers is a senior (62 years of age or older) property.Floor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 576 Sq. Ft.Amenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedCommunity RoomComputer LabLaundry FacilityService CoordinatorSome Utilities IncludedEqual Housing Opportunity.
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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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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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I am happy and doing okay here. I like that it is nice and quiet. All the people are good to you. I feel that I am safe and cared for. The staff keep the community nice and neat. The grounds are clear, the...
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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.
CanterburyCanterbury is an independent living community nestled in beautiful, pristine West Hartford in Hartford County, CT. Being friendly and compassionate toward others is what makes the community such a great place to live. Seniors aged 55 and older who are looking to live an independent...
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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, 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: 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, 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, 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.

Cost of independent living in East Sheffield, MA

The average cost of senior living in East Sheffield is $5,692 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Egremont, MA with an average of $3,662 per month.

Independent living costs in East Sheffield, MA, vs. nearby cities

East Sheffield, MA
$5,692/mo
$5,128/mo

Independent living costs in East Sheffield, MA, vs. state and national averages

East Sheffield, MA
$5,692/mo
U.S. national average
$4,175/mo

Independent living costs in East Sheffield, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,479/mo
Independent Living
$5,692/mo

Independent living costs in East Sheffield, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,882/mo
Studio
$5,917/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,066/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,038/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,591/mo

Senior living costs in East Sheffield 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: East Sheffield, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Sheffield, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,692/mo$6,422/mo$4,175/mo
Assisted Living$6,479/mo$7,327/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,479/mo$7,333/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
East Sheffield, MA:$5,692/mo
Massachusetts:$6,422/mo
U.S.:$4,175/mo
Assisted Living
East Sheffield, MA:$6,479/mo
Massachusetts:$7,327/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
East Sheffield, MA:$6,479/mo
Massachusetts:$7,333/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in East Sheffield, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Sheffield 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
East Sheffield, MA$3,204/mo$3,444/mo-7.0%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
East Sheffield, MA
2024 average cost:$3,204/mo
2023 average cost:$3,444/mo
Percent change:-7.0%
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 East Sheffield

Recent reviews for independent living in East Sheffield

Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY

4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others

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.

The Plaza at Clover Lake in Carmel, NY

4.0
Mom seems to be doing well here. She has settled in nicely. She does what activities she can due to her dementia. As far as I know, she likes the food I haven't heard any complaints about it. The staff has been friendly and good-natured very professional. The community appears clean and well ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities, such as Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, where the staff are described as 'very helpful and friendly'. Families appreciate the warm and welcoming demeanor of the staff, making the transition to senio ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Activities are a key aspect of senior living communities, and several reviews highlight the wide range of options available at different communities. For instance, Keystone Commons offers an impressive variety of activities, from arts and crafts to outdoor events and exercise classes.
Reasonable cost and value for money. The cost of senior living communities can be a significant concern for families, and some reviews emphasize the importance of finding good value for money. For instance, Holiday Manor at Woodside mentions that the community offers a 'good value for the money' and that the staff are 'very helpf ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as an important factor in the overall satisfaction with a community. For example, at Peregrine Delmar Place, the community is described as 'very clean' and the apartments are 'arranged so it's easy for a loved one to move around'. The maintenance team i ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Meals are a vital part of daily life in senior living communities, and many reviews mention the importance of good food. At Sweetwood of Williamstown, the food is described as 'very good' and the menus offer a 'variety of choices'. Dining experiences are often highlighted as a source of joy an ...
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Family focused and supportive environment. Families play an essential role in the senior living experience, and several reviews mention the importance of a community that supports and welcomes them. For instance, at Holiday The Lodge at Cold Spring, the family friendly atmosphere is praised, with opportunities for family involvement in ...
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East Sheffield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Sheffield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Sheffield, 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 East Sheffield 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 East Sheffield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Sheffield, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
32.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.2%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in East Sheffield 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 East Sheffield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Sheffield, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.4%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Sheffield 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 East Sheffield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Sheffield, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
40.1%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.2%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.1%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
39.7%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
25.5%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.3%
46.5%
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Spring Village at Danbury, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Sheffield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 292 independent living facilities near East Sheffield, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Sheffield, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Danbury, Eddy Hawthorne Ridge and Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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