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7 Best Independent Living Communities in Shutesbury, MA
The cost of independent living in Shutesbury is about $5,063 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 18 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Northampton, Springfield and Amherst.
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8.9
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7 reviews
The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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37 reviews
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...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
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8.9
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3 reviews
Mom spent the winter of '23-24 at this assisted living home - on the social plan. She was treated with dignity and respect by the loving and caring staff. "CLEAN" has always been an extremely high priority...
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.
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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7.3
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8 reviews
I was always getting quick replies via email whenever I had a question about adding money or if my MIL needed something. Also ongoing communication with onsite staff during visits. Room size 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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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
Care types provided by this community
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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Cost of independent living in Shutesbury, MA
The average cost of senior living in Shutesbury is $5,063 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,500 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shutesbury, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shutesbury, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Shutesbury vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Shutesbury, MA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Shutesbury
Recent reviews for independent living in Shutesbury
Day Brook Village Senior Living in Holyoke, MA
4.4
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.
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.
The Arbors at Amherst
4.8
My father is on the memory care unit: The staff is very willing to talk and listen to families. The activities staff try's hard to keep those who are able, active and involved in activities throughout the day. If a resident needs to rest or take a nap, they understand. The staff is well trained ...
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Shutesbury independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shutesbury independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shutesbury, 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 Shutesbury 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 Shutesbury partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shutesbury, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shutesbury 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 Shutesbury communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shutesbury, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shutesbury 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 Shutesbury offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shutesbury, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Orchard Valley At Wilbraham and Armbrook Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shutesbury, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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