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The cost of independent living in South Lee is about $4,305 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 222 options. Read 2571 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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9.5
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65 reviews
We are very happy with the facility and my mom appears to be content. When we ask her how she's doing she never complains and says things are good. Very caring and committed staff.
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.
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Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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52 reviews
My parents are happy there so I would rate each of these five. I am also comparing Aviva to Harbor Chase where my mother-in-law was. My mother-in-law is now at Aviva. The cost is approximately half what...
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.
AVIVA West Hartford is located at 1 Hamilton Heights Dr. in West Hartford, CT. Our building is a member of the National Historic Society and was originally built to be a school; Mount St. Joseph.We offer independent, assisted, assisted plus and memory care living options.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
8.0
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1 review
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
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.
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...
8.0
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4 reviews
Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
8.0
Review score
26 reviews
Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again. Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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8.0
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1 review
We chose KindCare at Bristol because it is a brand new facility, cleanliness, location despite cost and initial "community fee" we were charged. Also, memory care unit is specific to my mother's...
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: 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.
The Village at Laurel Lake is located in the cozy little town of Lee, in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. This location is perfect if you love to go fishing, kayak, bird watch, or take in the beautiful local scenery. For those that are avid hikers, there is access to the Appalachian Trail through...
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 home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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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, 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.
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.
1.0
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3 reviews
In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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: 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: 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: 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 offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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
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: 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.
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in South Lee, MA
The average cost of senior living in South Lee is $4,305 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Larrywaug, MA with an average of $3,510 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Lee, MA vs. nearby cities
South Lee, MA
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Lee, MA vs. the state and national average
South Lee, MA
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in South Lee vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in South Lee, MA by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in South Lee
Recent reviews for independent living in South Lee
Heritage Pointe Apartments in Staatsburg, NY
4.0
The community is very friendly and everyone seems very good. I would recommend this community to others
Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT
5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.
Hearthstone Village in Latham, NY
5.0
We have been incredibly pleased with Hearthstone and my grandma loves living there! All of the staff members are friendly and attentive. The neighbors are kind and she absolutely loves the activities. It's great to have a shuttle for errands and the community is quiet and clean. Definitely the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and friendly staff with excellent communication. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at various communities. At Avila Independent Retirement Community, for example, the staff are described as friendly and attentive, and families appreciate the regular communication between staff and residents. At Diamond Rid ...
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Variety of activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities. For example, at Keystone Commons, activities include arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, and even minigolf. These activities are designed to encourage socializing and keep residents engaged and active. At Peregrine D ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Holiday Farmington, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, allowing residents to look forward to every meal. At Day Brook Village Senior Living, the ...
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Comfortable and clean living spaces. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and comfort of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or common areas. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, residents appreciate the quiet and peaceful atmosphere, as well as the clean and well-maintained living spaces. At Diamond Ridge ...
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Sense of community and belonging. Many residents mention the friendliness and welcoming nature of their community, which helps create a strong sense of belonging. At Brookdale Chatfield, for example, residents are described as friendly and helpful, creating a warm and welcoming environment. At The McAuley, a CCRC, residents ...
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Accessible and convenient locations. Several communities are praised for their convenient and accessible locations, making it easy for residents to stay connected to their community and enjoy local amenities. At Holiday Quail Run Estates, residents appreciate the proximity to stores, while at Summit at Eastwyck, the friendly an ...
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South Lee independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Lee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Lee, 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 Lee 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 Lee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Lee, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.6%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.9%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.2%
8.7%
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Availability of select dining options in South Lee 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 Lee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Lee, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.1%
43%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
36.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Lee 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 Lee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Lee, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.6%
44.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.8%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.1%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.4%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.6%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
48.2%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
27.2%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.8%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.2%
46%
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Ingersoll Place, Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Lee, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 222 independent living facilities near South Lee, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in South Lee, Massachusetts are Ingersoll Place, The Holiday Retirement and The Residence at Brookside. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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