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The cost of independent living in Smithville is about $5,992 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options. Read 135 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 Cedarbrook Village at WareCommunity card badge
1313 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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54 reviews
9.8
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54 reviews
5 star
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I can be close to my family yet keep my independence. Staff is a 10 out of 10. They always smile and are nice to me. Very clean environment and great activities.
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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Photo of The Willows at Worcester
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.2
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13 reviews
9.2
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13 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
15%
3 star
8%
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My mom is very happy. She likes the people there and is starting to join in on some of the activities and has enjoyed them so far. She said the food is good. The staff have been helpful and accommodating....
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 Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,...
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66 Photos available
8.7
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38 reviews
8.7
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38 reviews
5 star
84%
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Some of the things that I like most about Dodge Park is, I know that my dad is well cared for and the quality of the food he thoroughly enjoys. And the cleanliness in the rooms and common areas is wonderful.
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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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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30 reviews
8.6
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30 reviews
5 star
67%
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The staff is friendly and caring, and have kept me updated on any issues mom may be having. Lots of activities and mom has made many new friends in her short time there. She has been very happy with 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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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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: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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
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: 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
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: 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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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.
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.
We are a 23 bed licensed level 4 rest home located less than a 1/4 mile off rt. 2. Our size allows us to do the little extras that are so important to the elderly community. We are rated one of the top 5 rest homes in Massachusetts. Applewood is a family and our residents are treated with love...

Cost of independent living in Smithville, MA

The average cost of senior living in Smithville is $5,992 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,351 per month.

Independent living costs in Smithville, MA, vs. nearby cities

Smithville, MA
$5,992/mo
$5,726/mo
$6,280/mo

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

Smithville, MA
$5,992/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in Smithville, MA, vs. other senior living options

$7,477/mo
Independent Living
$5,992/mo

Independent living costs in Smithville, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,873/mo
Studio
$8,093/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,142/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,075/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,700/mo

Senior living costs in Smithville 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: Smithville, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmithville, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,992/mo$6,422/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$7,477/mo$7,327/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$7,477/mo$7,333/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Smithville, MA:$5,992/mo
Massachusetts:$6,422/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Smithville, MA:$7,477/mo
Massachusetts:$7,327/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Smithville, MA:$7,477/mo
Massachusetts:$7,333/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in Smithville, MA, over time

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

Smithville, MAMA stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Smithville, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Smithville 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
Smithville, MA$3,190/mo$3,334/mo-4.3%
Massachusetts$3,554/mo$3,601/mo-1.3%
National$3,005/mo$2,833/mo+6.1%
Smithville, MA
2024 average cost:$3,190/mo
2023 average cost:$3,334/mo
Percent change:-4.3%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$3,554/mo
2023 average cost:$3,601/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,005/mo
2023 average cost:$2,833/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Smithville

Recent reviews for independent living in Smithville

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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Southgate at Shrewsbury

5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

5.0
Friendliness of staff is off the charts. Very welcoming. Very caring. Lots of activities every day. The staff smiles and is happy to help with any task.

Smithville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smithville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smithville, 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 Smithville 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 Smithville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smithville, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
33.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Smithville 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 Smithville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smithville, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smithville 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 Smithville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smithville, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Willows at Worcester and Dodge Park Rest Home are the top-rated independent living facilities near Smithville, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 13 independent living facilities near Smithville, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Smithville, Massachusetts are 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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