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Photo of Briston Manor West
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I chose them because it was, closer to daughter. Cost, location. Like any new place it has it‘s good and not so good. Close to many stores and great food. Important is doctors and hospitals are almost next...
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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As a family, we did our best for years to adhere to our moms wishes to live at home. In Oct 2024, the day and realization that mom needed an upgrade and community of people to help her in a multitude of...
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.
Here at Sunrise of Newton, residents enjoy living in the lively suburban neighborhood of Newton Corner, just 20 minutes from downtown Boston, and with underground parking available for residents and visitors. Our community is also conveniently situated within easy reach of I-90 for excursions to...
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A 4 will be my max rating as Robbins Brook is a first. NA is for insufficient experience. The food looks good but haven't sampled. My wife is not a regular participant of the activities. What we like 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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA 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 and...
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
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.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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The Residence at Charles Meadow has been a great place for my Mom. All of the staff are friendly and compassionate. They seem to truly care about the residents they are taking care of. There are a lot of...
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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I know how difficult a decision this is for families and I feel confident that this facility is a good choice. We toured 5 other places and they were all impressive, Aviva had the best location for us. The...
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.
Located just 10 miles northwest of Boston, and sitting on the fifth green of the Woburn Country Club Public Golf Course, Aviva's award-winning Country Club Heights offers the best of Independent Living and Assisted Living with a Memory Care also. This community is for golfers, history and culture...
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It seems to be going well there. My parents are starting to participate care of some of the activities they have, such as game time and watching documentary films. Also getting to know some of the other...
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.
We are located in the heart of historic Watertown, steps from the Charles River and an easy proximity to shopping, houses of worship, recreation and the many cultural attractions that the area offers. We serve the communities surrounding us including Belmont, Newton, Waltham and Cambridge.The...
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Beautiful place very nice people great staff lots of activities i give it 5. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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 Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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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.
Be inspired to live life to the fullest when taking up residence at The Wellington at Springfield. Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Springfield, MA Sixteen Acres/East Longmeadow/Wilbraham line, enriches the lives of seniors by providing an environment that is...
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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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Photo of Day Brook Village Senior Living
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33 Floor plans available
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My mother complains about lack of activities especially on the weekends. So I would say a 2. Because of the Veteran benefit I would say 3. However, yes we would recommend this community to other families....
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.
Day Brook Village Senior Living is an accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering a range of housing, healthcare and service options to meet residents’ changing needs. Residents enjoy a retirement lifestyle offering independent living, assistance in living and skilled...
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My mom is in the memory care unit: + 24hr phone access + Administration response to concerns/issues - would like to be more in the know about medical stuff - would like to see more physical activities
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.
Whitney Place combines all the comforts and more convenience than you could ever find at home. It’s a warm and gracious setting for seniors needing a little help with daily routines, featuring private or shared apartments.Residents receive individual attention from our nurses, dedicated...
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The staff, especially the memory care unit staff, treats the residents with a great deal of kindness, compassion, and patience. It's comforting to know that my mother is in such good hands.
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.
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
Photo of Windsor Place of Wilmington Assisted Living
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From the very first visit to the present day Windsor Place has made my mom feel like she’s always their top priority! Losing one’s independence has to be one of the worst feelings you ever have! Windsor...
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.
Windsor Place offers independent,assisted and Alzheimer's/memory care. You've mastered the art of living well, and it shows. At Windsor Place Assisted living, you can retire that way, too. No matter what you are looking for in an assisted living residence, you'll find the best of it all at...
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The facility is beautiful, the tour really sells it nicely. Unfortunately the circumstances around my grandmas stay at the reserve weren’t as planned. Their care levels originally placed her at a level 5...
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 Reserve at East Longmeadow is a new and exceptional assisted living and memory care community in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. East Longmeadow is a beautiful city just outside of Springfield, one of the 'greenest' cities in the country with over 2,400 acres of parks. Springfield is also the...
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It has a nice community feel. It's also a larger size so there are more people and activities. It large interior allows my mother to get long walks in the winter months. They also have a church and my mother...
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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The facility was very well-maintained and the personnel were very pleasant. Unfortunately, they suffered from the same industry wide problems of adequate staffing in food, service, and housekeeping and 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.
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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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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My mom was only here for a short time before she passed, sadly. But during that time she was more social and positive than I’d seen her in a long time. The caregivers were very kind and communicative, 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.
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
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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 service was outstanding and helpful in getting my Dad settled. They made it easy. The facility itself is outstanding and clean. A good move for my dad and the family!
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.
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
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My mother went into Waltham Crossings on [date removed]. She had a difficult beginning which I knew she would. She was a big escape risk. Waltham Crossings has a solid plan in place to make sure the Memory...
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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Staff is good but has to be more proactive in helping clients who are having issues of mobility this is a serious flaw. Food is very good and the activities are consistent.
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.
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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First thing I would say, is when your loved one arrives at Dodge Park or The Oasis, it will probably take a few months for them to adjust, so be patient. For my dad, it took about four months. There was a...
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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What we like the most about Nashoba Park is that it is very clean, and easy to get around. The staff members are very friendly who really know the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...

Cost of independent living in Goulding Village, MA

The average cost of senior living in Goulding Village is $6,191 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,312 per month.

Independent living costs in Goulding Village, MA, vs. nearby cities

Goulding Village, MA
$6,191/mo
$5,728/mo
$5,970/mo

Independent living costs in Goulding Village, MA, vs. state and national averages

Goulding Village, MA
$6,191/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Goulding Village, MA, vs. other senior living options

$7,607/mo
Independent Living
$6,191/mo

Independent living costs in Goulding Village, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,233/mo
Studio
$6,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,461/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,099/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,910/mo

Senior living costs in Goulding Village 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: Goulding Village, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGoulding Village, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,191/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$7,607/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$7,607/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Goulding Village, MA:$6,191/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Goulding Village, MA:$7,607/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Goulding Village, MA:$7,607/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Goulding Village, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Goulding Village 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.

Goulding Village, MAMA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Goulding Village, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Goulding Village 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
Goulding Village, MA$3,969/mo$3,853/mo+3.0%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Goulding Village, MA
2024 average cost:$3,969/mo
2023 average cost:$3,853/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
Massachusetts
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 Goulding Village

Recent reviews for independent living in Goulding Village

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff. Several reviews for The Highlands, Fairview Estates, Day Brook Village Senior Living, and Holiday Birch Heights praise the kindness and approachability of the staff members, who make new residents and their families feel welcome. Residents at Meetinghouse at Riverfront appreciate the w ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities like Summer Place, The Woods at Merrimack Retirement Community, and Keystone Commons offer a wide range of activities for residents, including social events, educational programs, and physical activities. Many residents enjoy the opportunity to engage in new hobbies and meet ne ...
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Well-maintained facilities and grounds. Residents frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, such as The Woods at Merrimack Retirement Community, Heatherwood, and The Gables at Winchester, praising the efforts of maintenance staff to keep the interiors and exteriors in excellent condition.
Thoughtful and accommodating dining options. Reviews for Holiday Birch Heights, Atria Draper Place, and The Wellington at Springfield highlight the flexibility and care taken with meal options, including accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences, making dining a positive experience for all residents.
Access to transportation for errands and appointments. Many residents appreciate the availability of transportation services, as seen in reviews for Briston Manor West, Brookdale Cushing Park, and The Residence at Orchard Grove, which enable them to get out and about for appointments and errands with ease.
Strong sense of community. Living in a community with other seniors is a major draw for many residents, as expressed in reviews for Camellia Gardens, Meetinghouse at Riverfront, and Magnolia Heights, where the sense of friendship and camaraderie among residents is a positive influence for everyone involved.
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Goulding Village independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Goulding Village independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Goulding Village, 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 Goulding Village 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 Goulding Village partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Goulding Village, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Goulding Village 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 Goulding Village communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Goulding Village, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
41.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Goulding Village 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 Goulding Village offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Goulding Village, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.6%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
35.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and Spring Village at Summerhill are the top-rated independent living facilities near Goulding Village, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 263 independent living facilities near Goulding Village, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Goulding Village, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and Spring Village at Summerhill. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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