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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.
As an integral part of the Hillside Village Keene Life Plan Retirement community, The Prospect-Woodward Health Center is a not-for-profit community, offering Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care in Keene NH. Prospect-Woodward is made up of 43 attractive, newly built, private assisted...
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.
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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, 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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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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.
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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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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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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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...
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.
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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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
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 the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home 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.
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...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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: 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: 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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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 Northfield Farms, MA

The average cost of senior living in Northfield Farms is $5,481 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,921 per month.

Independent living costs in Northfield Farms, MA, vs. nearby cities

Northfield Farms, MA
$5,481/mo
$5,352/mo

Independent living costs in Northfield Farms, MA, vs. state and national averages

Northfield Farms, MA
$5,481/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

Independent living costs in Northfield Farms, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,523/mo
Independent Living
$5,481/mo

Independent living costs in Northfield Farms, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,047/mo
Studio
$6,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,783/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,256/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,245/mo

Senior living costs in Northfield Farms 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: Northfield Farms, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorthfield Farms, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,481/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,523/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,523/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Northfield Farms, MA:$5,481/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Northfield Farms, MA:$6,523/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Northfield Farms, MA:$6,523/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Northfield Farms, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northfield Farms 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.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Northfield Farms, MA$3,396/mo$3,604/mo-5.8%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Northfield Farms, MA
2024 average cost:$3,396/mo
2023 average cost:$3,604/mo
Percent change:-5.8%
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 Northfield Farms

Recent reviews for independent living in Northfield Farms

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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American House Keene

4.9
My father lived in American House, Keene for eight years; six of them alone after my mother died. American House was absolutely the best place for him. He had company, care, and companionship. The staff were terrific. I never had to worry about him because I knew caring eyes were on him every ...
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Keystone Commons in Ludlow, MA

4.6
It's a great place but it is so over the top expensive. I don't know how anyone can afford it for long and you really never know how long. Staff are great and the activities are fun.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse range of activities and social opportunities. Many reviews highlight the wide selection of activities and social opportunities available at various senior living communities. Residents at Suffield by the River enjoy a strong sense of community and participate in activities such as artsong, ballroom dancing, bowling, and monthly themed act ...
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Friendly and helpful staff members. Residents and their families frequently praise the friendly and helpful nature of staff members at several communities. At Sweetwood of Williamstown, the staff go above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive environment. In the words of one resident, 'They truly care,' and the staff a ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are consistently mentioned as important factors in residents' overall satisfaction with their living situation. At Holiday Bluebird Estates, Bluebird Estates is praised for being 'very nice' and 'reasonably priced,' with a 'very reasonable price e ...
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Delicious and varied dining options. Many reviews express appreciation for the quality of meals and dining experiences offered at various senior living communities. At The Residence at Orchard Grove, The Residence at Orchard Grove's on-site nurse practitioner is described as 'very helpful,' and the food is noted as being 'very hi ...
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Thoughtful and attentive care. Several reviews mention the thoughtful and attentive care provided by staff members at various senior living communities. For example, at Goddard House, Goddard House staff are described as being 'very helpful and friendly,' and they are 'quick to respond to the family's questions.' In the cas ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Lastly, many residents and their families express appreciation for the supportive community atmosphere at various senior living communities. At The Wellington at Springfield, the residents are described as being 'very friendly,' and there is a 'strong sense of community.' In addition, at Ceda ...
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Northfield Farms independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northfield Farms independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northfield Farms, 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 Northfield Farms 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 Northfield Farms 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
30.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Northfield Farms 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 Northfield Farms communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northfield Farms, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northfield Farms 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 Northfield Farms offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.2%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
45.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.2%
46.4%
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Spring Village at Summerhill, Artisan at Hudson and Cedarbrook Village at Ware are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northfield Farms, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 139 independent living facilities near Northfield Farms, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Northfield Farms, 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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