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The cost of independent living in Norfolk County is about $6,663 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 418 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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Photo of Residences at Highland Glen
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The staff has been extremely helpful to my brother-in-law and the entire process went very smoothly. The only food involved are the monthly gatherings, and so far that has been a 5 as well. Everyone cooks in...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Claremont has owned and managed the property since 2022. The property was built in 2007 and has had a major renovation effort since 2017.Westwood is one of the more affluent towns in Massachusetts and has approximately 16,000 residents. The Westwood Senior Center, Council on Aging is located...
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All staff friendly and helpful Free electric, $[fee removed] A month towards [fee removed]?dining, daily crafts, cocktails & music Thursdays, Fridays dances, transportation, once a week maid, patio, washer &...
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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Photo of Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner
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They were engaging. My wife just didn't want to engage. The second thing was the staff they could've found different ways to engage her to get things done. The patrons over that facility are too old for her...
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.
Exceptional Living Spaces Suited for Later LifeBrookmeadow at Cobb Corner features 91 units of rental senior living offering apartments suited for assisted and memory care living.Preview any of the our communities, living options, care or services and begin imagining what your typical day will be...
Photo of All American Assisted Living at Wrentham
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5 on all eight categories. Amazing facility and staff. The warmth and attentiveness of the staff truly stood out. They treat my aunt with kindness, dignity, and genuine care. The facility is always clean,...
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.
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My 92 year old aunt is still there. She has a routine, there are people around, the sunrise facility has good activities, music, trivia, if someone is a veterans. They have coffee time for veterans about...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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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My mom as been at Traditions for a couple of years now. She has many friends there now and really enjoys the activities. She is very opinionated and tells us all the time how happy she is there even though...
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.
Since 2002, Traditions of Dedham has been committed to not only our residents, but also the Dedham and neighboring community seniors for over 15 years. We are your trusted choice with a great reputation for quality and care. Here you'll find an active, vibrant senior community at Traditions of...
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Photo of CareOne at Sharon
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55 Floor plans available
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The facility is well kept, and I believe the dining is very good, the the menu has a lot of creative variety, and the quality of the food is excellent. If there is something special that somebody wants, they...
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.
CareOne is a family-owned and operated company, where we consider your family an extension of our own. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, our chief goal is to provide a warm environment where residents can thrive, remain connectedto the community and enjoy a fulfilling...
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Photo of New Pond Village, a CCRC
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The overall idea of the community, most people are friendly, the whole dining room dinner reservation thing is weird to me and many others, very poor communication between administrators, nursing , PT...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at New Pond Village located in Walpole, MA provides independent living for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle? Wouldn’t it be great to have...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
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When my friend was finishing a stint in medical rehab, she would not be able to go back to live alone in her home. Two staff members of Norwood Benchmark came to speak with her at her rehab facility. It was...
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.
At Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree, we are committed to ensuring that our every service and amenity will help create the enriched, active life you deserve. It starts with our surroundings. Our community beautifully balances privacy, safety and security, with well-appointed dining rooms...
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Photo of Westwood Glen Common
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I picked this community, because it's a very nice community. Close to my family.Apartment is great. Great surroundings. Beautiful apartments. Close to Stores and highway. Beautiful town. I would recommend to...
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.
Welcome Home to Westwood Glen Commons. Located in the quaint town of Westwood, MA, Westwood Glen Commons offers newly renovated apartments for age 55 and over. Our mature landscaped grounds and friendly management team will welcome you home. Choose from newly renovated 1 and 2 bedroom apartment...
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Photo of Orchard Cove  Hebrew SeniorLife, a CCRC
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As you can tell, I love it here! The friendliness and warmth of Orchard Cove stand out. Orchard Cove has been a life-saving experience for me. I have had a spiritual and intellectual renewal! I would...
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.
Orchard Cove is a warm, inclusive, and award-winning senior living community in Canton, Massachusetts. Created by Hebrew SeniorLife, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School and a leading nonprofit senior care and aging research organization, Orchard Cove is known for its resident-driven culture....
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Definitely a 5 my sister seems very happy she says everyone is so nice I only wish they had more of a variety of activities she enjoyed "field" trips at her previous home. We would absolutely recommend...
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.
The decision to explore retirement communities is complex, involving different considerations for you, your spouse, your children, or your advisers.Since 1915, Doolittle Home has been providing exceptional care and peace of mind for residents and their families. Frequently described as a bed and...
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Photo of The Village At Willow Crossings
99 Photos available
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Absolutely recommend - Mom's only been there almost 2 months and is still getting acclimated but she is loving it so far! We chose them because of the , proximity, customer reviews and customer service
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 Village at Willow Crossings is an active Senior community situated on a 20-acre woodland campus in the heart of Mansfield, MA. Manicured gardens grace the winding drives that travel through the picturesque campus, accented by the white picket fences of the charming cottage neighborhood. The...
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Photo of Edelweiss Village
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The staff was friendly and great, so were the residents! The committee was nice and clean, as well as the staff and residents! They always have activities and weekly's trips and the food and beverages are...
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.
Edelweiss Village, one of Boston’s premiere senior living communities, provides residents with opportunities to enjoy an active, healthy, and social lifestyle. Here you will find an exceptional level of assisted living senior care. Welcoming all faiths and backgrounds, residents enjoy delicious...
Photo of Cornerstone at Canton
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Overall it has been a good experience, but they need more people for assistance and need to work some on training the staff that are there.
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.
Cornerstone at Canton offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living, ConnectedLIFE, an open campus memory support program for Assisted Living residents who have Mild Cognitive Impairment, and a state-of-the-art secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® affiliated with the Boston...
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I moved into Newbridge assisted living with my wife, who was dealing with health issues. I found the apartment size good with good closet size. They had very good and meaningful activities and programs 7...
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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I think the Fuller Village is a wonderful place. My loved one is happy there. She's doing very well. The food is adequate. It's a nice community. The staff has been wonderful. It has been a positive...
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.
At Fuller Village, we believe life at any age should be enjoyed to the fullest. Just as every person is unique, we believe your lifestyle should be tailored to your interests, your needs... and your budget. That was the founding philosophy when Fuller Village was founded in 1997 and remains a...
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MY MOTHER IS HAPPY THERE. THE STAFF IS VERY FRIENDLY. UPPER MANAGEMENT IS EXTREMELY EASY TO DEAL WITH AND AS HELPFUL. I MOVED MY MOTHER FROM ANOTHER ASSISTED LIVING BECAUSE OF NASTY CONDITIONS AND POOR...
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.
The Linden at Dedham is nestled in an inviting green country setting in a quiet wooded area conveniently located off of Route 95. Although we are not the “shiny penny” in our market, we offer all the comforts of home with unparalleled nursing care, coupled with longevity amongst its staff. As a...
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My family and I have nothing but positive things to say about Newbridge in the Charles. The staff couldn’t be kinder and more attentive to the residents. Most important to me, they have kept my dad engaged...
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.
You want the best for your loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. So do we. Strongly informed by research, memory care assisted living at NewBridge on the Charles offers comfortable and secure apartments and living areas, stimulating programming that keeps residents...
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The transition of my Mom from her home to the Heights Crossing Memory Care Unit has been wonderful. The entire staff has been compassionate and caring working with our family during this difficult time. 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.
At Heights Crossing, we’ve mastered the art of living well! We offer the highest quality Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®.We work hard to make every corner of the residence feel like your home, including our common areas. We’ve designed for gracious...
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I picked Wingate because of the facilities location and the visual appeal of the buildings and the grounds. Very clean, very classy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. And the executive staff is always...
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.
Voted Best Assisted Living in Boston in 2014 & 2015 by SENIORADVISOR.COM and Voted Best Retirement Living Residence in Needham and Surrounding Communities by the Readers of Hometown Weekly in 2014. The Residences at Wingate is an Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care Community...
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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.
We have two residential apartment communities in two convenient locations in Canton, MA. Canton Estates is for those who want spaciousness, convenience and comfort in a contemporary environment. We have short term leases available. Our locations are all easily accessible from Routes RT. 1, 128,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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, 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.

Cost of independent living in Norfolk County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Norfolk County is $6,663 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Attleboro, MA with an average of $5,720 per month.

Independent living costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. nearby counties

Norfolk County, MA
$6,663/mo
$6,857/mo

Independent living costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. state and national averages

Norfolk County, MA
$6,663/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. other senior living options

$7,444/mo
Independent Living
$6,663/mo

Independent living costs in Norfolk County, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,609/mo
Studio
$8,426/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,471/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,417/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,110/mo

Senior living costs in Norfolk County 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: Norfolk County, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorfolk County, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$6,663/mo$6,353/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$7,443/mo$7,238/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,444/mo$7,244/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Norfolk County, MA:$6,663/mo
Massachusetts:$6,353/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Norfolk County, MA:$7,443/mo
Massachusetts:$7,238/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Norfolk County, MA:$7,444/mo
Massachusetts:$7,244/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Norfolk County, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Norfolk County 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
Norfolk County, MA$5,182/mo$4,778/mo+8.5%
Massachusetts$3,577/mo$3,564/mo+0.4%
National$3,044/mo$2,857/mo+6.5%
Norfolk County, MA
2024 average cost:$5,182/mo
2023 average cost:$4,778/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$3,577/mo
2023 average cost:$3,564/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,857/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Norfolk County

Recent reviews for independent living in Norfolk County

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.

Fairing Way in South Weymouth, MA

3.9
It's a good environment for our age group and the amenities and activities are sufficient enough to keep us engaged and comfortable. We picked this community, because of the location and cost.

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Norfolk County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norfolk County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norfolk County, 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 Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.5%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
39.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norfolk County, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
46.4%
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