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The cost of independent living in South Athol is about $5,321 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 12 options. Read 87 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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9.8
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9.8
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47 reviews
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My mom has been at Cedarbrook for a couple of months now and has settled in nicely. When she has needed assistance from staff, they are always accommodating. She loves the meals, delicious and nutritious....
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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9.0
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Beautiful place very nice people great staff lots of activities i give it 5. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
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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7.0
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Staff is very caring, and full of nice surprises for the residents. As far as the food goes. I guess they have spoken with the current kitchen crew and some of the menu has started to change for the better.
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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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: 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...
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
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
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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
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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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Cost of independent living in South Athol, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Athol is $5,321 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,305 per month.

Independent living costs in South Athol, MA, vs. nearby cities

South Athol, MA
$5,321/mo
$5,728/mo
$5,335/mo

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

South Athol, MA
$5,321/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

Independent living costs in South Athol, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,540/mo
Independent Living
$5,321/mo

Independent living costs in South Athol, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$6,663/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,117/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,238/mo

Senior living costs in South Athol 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: South Athol, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Athol, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,321/mo$6,357/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$6,540/mo$7,242/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$6,540/mo$7,248/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
South Athol, MA:$5,321/mo
Massachusetts:$6,357/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
South Athol, MA:$6,540/mo
Massachusetts:$7,242/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
South Athol, MA:$6,540/mo
Massachusetts:$7,248/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in South Athol

Recent reviews for independent living in South Athol

Anwelt Heritage Apartments in Fitchburg, MA

5.0
I enjoy living at this community. The staff are nice and quick to respond when I need assistance with anything. They give out a monthly schedule of activities going on in the community. My apartment and the community are kept clean. I have huge tall windows in my third floor apartment. This ...
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The Gables of Fitchburg

4.8
I would rate each item a 5 except meals and dining. She did have an opportunity to meet with the dietician yesterday so hopefully some improvements will be made. Other than that my mother is very happy with her living situation at The Gables. Yes, I would absolutely recommend them to other ...
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Christopher Heights Of Belchertown

4.6
I would definitely recommend Christopher Heights to everyone. It's a very nice facility and they take of their resident's. [name removed] bent over backwards to help us get into the facility and so far everyone has been very good

South Athol independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Athol independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Athol, 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 South Athol 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 South Athol partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in South Athol 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 South Athol communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Athol, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Athol 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 South Athol offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Athol, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
22.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Christopher Heights Of Belchertown and Broadview Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Athol, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 12 independent living facilities near South Athol, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in South Athol, Massachusetts is Cedarbrook Village at Ware. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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