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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East Sheffield, MA
The cost of independent living in East Sheffield is about $6,145 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 260 options. Read 3101 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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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,...
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.
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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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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Jefferson House, a department of Hartford Hospital since 1873, offers a continuum of care on its campus to meet the needs of the aged and infirm. Accommodations and services include an Independent and assisted living complex, sub acute, palliative and long term skilled nursing beds, a rest home...
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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.
At the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
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: 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
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...
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: 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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They were fantastic. I was helping a friend who has a lifelong disability. Melissa, the Administrator, was phenomenal, always supportive and trying to look out for his needs. They connected Michael to a...
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 MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and the belief that each individual, regardless of age, sex, race, religion or handicap, is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a...
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: 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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My Dad is happy to be in Valley Vista. I visited him twice during the Covid-19 oubreak as I really worried about him. They took care of him well and there are no Covid-19 cases over here at all. I understand...
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine an apartment community designed for seniors 55 and over in a beautiful Berlin, Connecticut setting at a price that works with your budget. Welcome to Orchard Ridge, a Metro Prime senior living community convenient to great shopping, restaurants and medical facilities. Conveniently located...
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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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She has been happy there. The care that they give is just fine. It's clean and the staff is friendly. All of that is very good. I chose this one because it came recommended by someone who also had their...
Provides: Assisted 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.
OUR MISSION-Our goals and services are based on two fundamental philosophical principles. The belief in the innate worth of the aged and disabled individual and belief that each individual regardless of age, sex, race, religion, or handicap is entitled to maximize his/her potential as a human...
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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Berry Patch is a senior living apartment community for adults 62 and over, at a price you can afford in South Windsor, Connecticut. This age-restricted community is centrally located east of the Connecticut River, where restaurants, medical services and shopping—the Shoppes at Buckland Hills and...
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It's a good place, and the people are friendly. I have been pleased with the place itself. I am not sure it's a good fit for my loved one.
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.
Marbridge Retirement Center is an assisted living community located in Cheshire, New Haven County, Connecticut. Cheshire, which has been ranked among Money magazine's 100 best places to live, is known for its beautiful parks. Roaring Brook Park is a beloved destination for visitors and town...
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.
Worthington Manor in East Berlin, Hartford County, Connecticut is an assisted living residence built on tradition and dedication to community. This quiet and serene little town has many delicious restaurants and local businesses to haunt on a Saturday shopping spree. East Berlin is a gorgeous...
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Cost of independent living in East Sheffield, MA
The average cost of senior living in East Sheffield is $6,145 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,558 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sheffield, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sheffield, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East Sheffield vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in East Sheffield, MA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in East Sheffield
Recent reviews for independent living in East Sheffield
Middlewoods of Farmington
4.6
I have been a resident (independent) for 17 1/12 years. The community is just the right size (# of residents). The staff is welcoming and friendly, although I do not need care services, it's important to know it 's available. A resident can be as involved in the community as they whish to be. I ...
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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.
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
21.2%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
33.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.9%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.3%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.1%
7.9%
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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
34.6%
35.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
42.1%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.7%
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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.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.3%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.7%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
39.6%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
26.5%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.8%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Farmington Station, A Senior Living Residence, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Maplewood at Danbury are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Sheffield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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