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The cost of independent living in Factory Hollow is about $4,849 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 195 options. Read 2673 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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are a 23 bed licensed level 4 rest home located less than a 1/4 mile off rt. 2. Our size allows us to do the little extras that are so important to the elderly community. We are rated one of the top 5 rest homes in Massachusetts. Applewood is a family and our residents are treated with love...
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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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, Independent Living, Home 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.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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Provides: 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...
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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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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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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.
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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, 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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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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.
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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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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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.
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: 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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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...
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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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Factory Hollow, MA

The average cost of senior living in Factory Hollow is $4,849 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,921 per month.

Independent living costs in Factory Hollow, MA, vs. nearby cities

Factory Hollow, MA
$4,849/mo
$5,358/mo

Independent living costs in Factory Hollow, MA, vs. state and national averages

Factory Hollow, MA
$4,849/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Factory Hollow, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,353/mo
Independent Living
$4,849/mo

Independent living costs in Factory Hollow, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,128/mo
Studio
$6,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,511/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,109/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,713/mo

Senior living costs in Factory Hollow vs. state and national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Factory Hollow, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFactory Hollow, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,849/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,353/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,353/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Factory Hollow, MA:$4,849/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Factory Hollow, MA:$6,353/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Factory Hollow, MA:$6,353/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Factory Hollow, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Factory Hollow 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 cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Factory Hollow, MA$3,548/mo$3,590/mo-1.2%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Factory Hollow, MA
2024 average cost:$3,548/mo
2023 average cost:$3,590/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
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2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Factory Hollow

Recent reviews for independent living in Factory Hollow

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.

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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Boulder Ridge in Canton, CT

5.0
Excellent experience with maintenance & mgmt! I would recommend to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse range of activities for residents. Reviews from various communities, including Keystone Commons, The Residence at Brookside, and Holiday White Oaks, consistently highlight the wide range of activities offered. Residents can participate in activities such as painting classes, spiritual services, cooking demos, live music, na ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Multiple reviews from communities like Holiday White Oaks, The Residence at Orchard Grove, and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community praise the friendliness and caring nature of the staff. Families and residents mention the long-term relationships they've built with the community's care ...
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Modern and well-maintained facilities. Several reviews, such as those from Southwick Village, The Highlands, and The McAuley, a CCRC, comment on the modern and well-maintained facilities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails.
Customized meal options. Numerous reviews, including those from Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Holiday White Oaks, and The Wellington at Springfield, mention the high quality of the food and the accommodations made for individual dietary needs and preferences. Residents look forward to mealtimes and app ...
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Community atmosphere and socialization opportunities. Reviews from communities like Keystone Commons, Arbors of Hop Brook, and The Residence at Brookside highlight the importance of the community atmosphere and the socialization opportunities. Residents engage in various activities, both on-site and off-site, and make new friends within their ...
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Accessible and accommodating transportation services. Several communities, such as Holiday Quail Run Estates, The Highlands, and Brookdale Chatfield, offer accessible and accommodating transportation services. This allows residents to conveniently attend appointments, go on outings, and participate in community activities
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Factory Hollow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Factory Hollow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Factory Hollow, 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 Factory Hollow 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 Factory Hollow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Factory Hollow, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Factory Hollow 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 Factory Hollow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Factory Hollow, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Factory Hollow 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 Factory Hollow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Factory Hollow, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
48.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
32.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.3%
46.4%
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Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Spring Village at Summerhill and Artisan at Hudson are the top-rated independent living facilities near Factory Hollow, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 195 independent living facilities near Factory Hollow, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Factory Hollow, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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