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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Orange, MA
The cost of independent living in North Orange is about $5,441 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 190 options. Read 2151 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.
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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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: 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: 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: 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 uncle lived at Southgate in Hampton Suites (assisted living) for years and recently passed away at age 94. The staff were outstanding and treated him like family. He was involved in activities daily and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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 Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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...
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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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Great place to live well taken care of the office staff and maintenance staff are wonderful
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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.
Coliseum Seniors II is a popular senior apartment community for seniors in Nashua, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. Nashua is the second largest city in New Hampshire and offers a plethora of activities to entertain you and your guests. Filled with historic architecture, this city is close to...
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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.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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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.
The Villas are one level homes that define independent living in your terms. Each graciously appointed private Villa offers more than 1,00 square feet of planned living space, surrounded by lushly landscaped walled gardens and patios. The amenities include: Breathtaking living room, with gas...
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: 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: 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.
Hunt Community is a Life Plan Community for active, healthy people aged 62 and better, located on 16 neatly landscaped acres near downtown Nashua. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, the charming campus features many newly renovated floor plans to suit varying lifestyles. With a...
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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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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Cost of independent living in North Orange, MA
The average cost of senior living in North Orange is $5,441 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,157 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Orange, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Orange, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Orange vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in North Orange
Recent reviews for independent living in North Orange
Fairview Estates in Hopkinton, MA
5.0
Everyone has been very welcoming and warm.
Very attentive and helpful !
There is always someone available 24/7 and always right there to help. The dining room is wonderful and the meals are great !
Cedarbrook Village at Ware
4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Day Brook Village Senior Living in Holyoke, MA
5.0
Day Brook Village is a wonderful facility. Apartments are clean and well appointed. And every person that we encountered and interacted with was friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to have us there. A very happy place.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and responsive staff. Many reviews mention the warmth and attentiveness of the staff in various communities. For example, at Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living, they go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met, and their quick responses to family inquiries earn praise from families. At Meetingho ...
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Engaging social activities. Community life is vibrant and active, with a variety of social opportunities to keep residents engaged and connected. For residents at Keystone Commons, there is an impressive range of activities, from arts and crafts to musical performances, while at The Residence at Orchard Grove, loved on ...
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Well-maintained, modern facilities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their communities, with many reviews highlighting the modern amenities and attractive spaces. At Fairview Estates, the facility is described as beautiful and immaculate, while at American House Keene, the gardens and flowers are a favorite f ...
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Supportive and caring atmosphere. Reviews consistently mention the sense of community and care that pervades various facilities. For example, at Goddard House, residents feel comfortable and happy, while at The Highlands, the staff goes out of their way to ensure new residents feel welcomed and at home. At Briston Manor Wes ...
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Delicious and varied meals. Amenities vary from community to community, but one thing that remains consistent is the importance of quality meals and dining experiences. For residents at Southwick Village, the food is described as excellent and delicious, with accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences. ...
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Accessible transport and convenient location. Many families appreciate the ease of access to transportation and nearby amenities in their communities. For residents at Kennedy Meadows Gracious Retirement Living, the availability of transportation to doctors appointments and the grocery store is a major plus, while at The Willows at Worce ...
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North Orange independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Orange independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Orange, 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 North Orange 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 North Orange partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.8%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
45.3%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
32.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in North Orange 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 North Orange communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.2%
35.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.5%
42.5%
Room service
Room service
36.5%
36%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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16.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Orange 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 North Orange offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.8%
42%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.2%
37%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
53.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.5%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Summer Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Orange, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in North Orange, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Summer Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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