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The cost of independent living in South Monson is about $4,652 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 312 options. Read 4242 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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The community has an older resident group and there are not a lot of younger seniors. The communication between the staff and the family could be better. The nurses are very quick to return our calls but...
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.
Heritage at Framingham is an Assisted Living community where seniors find the services and security they need without giving up the traditions and independence they cherish. Located in eight park-like acres in the Nobscot region of Framingham, Heritage at Framingham offers seniors personal care...
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Overall experience is extremely positive. It changed my mother's life. She was living alone, lonely and although we did our best to take her places and care for her, living alone wasn't good for her. We...
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.
We believe that Camellia Gardens is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure.At Camellia Gardens, our management teams live on-site, and are...
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I would have liked to learn the requirements of aides and nurses on the memory care unit as to mandatory education on the care of their patients.
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.
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They were FANTASTIC to work with when my uncle was alive they bent over backwards for him. HOWEVER when he passed [date removed] I was owed a substantial refund because I prepaid and he passed a lot quicker...
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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Last spring, I visited eight different assisted living communities in the greater Hartford area and beyond. Aviva was the last stop on my itinerary. The moment I walked through the doors of Aviva, I knew...
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.
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I have nothing but glowing things to say! By The River is a small facility in Marlborough Ct. it is run by a very wonderful and caring staff. They keep the facility very clean The meals are family style at a...
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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THANK YOU to [name removed] for being such a personable and helpful Manager at AHEPA! My 70 yo sister is delighted to live in that community! I am thankful that my sister has such caregivers and friends in...
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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Yes, staff goes out of their way to be helpful. As a family member they allow me to be able to know Mom is cared for 24/7 when I'm not with her which gives me the freedom to do the things I still need to do....
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.
Located in Southington, Connecticut, The Orchards provides easy access to shopping, medical services and other services offered in downtown Southington. Each resident enjoys the privacy of their own studio, one or two bedroom apartment with all the benefits of a full service community. The...
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[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
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.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
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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: 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.
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...
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
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.
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...
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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
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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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, Senior Apartments
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.
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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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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, 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.
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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: 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.
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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.
Hillcrest of South Windsor, Connecticut is a comfortable and convenient apartment community designed to meet the needs of seniors 62 and over, offering independent living at a rent you can afford. Ideally located within walking distance of shops and restaurants, Hillcrest is just a short drive...

Cost of independent living in South Monson, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Monson is $4,652 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,310 per month.

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

South Monson, MA
$4,652/mo
$5,269/mo

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

South Monson, MA
$4,652/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$6,481/mo
Independent Living
$4,652/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,884/mo
Studio
$6,230/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,499/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,078/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,312/mo

Senior living costs in South Monson 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 Monson, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Monson, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,652/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,438/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,481/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
South Monson, MA:$4,652/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
South Monson, MA:$6,438/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
South Monson, MA:$6,481/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in South Monson, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in South Monson 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
South Monson, MA$3,856/mo$3,720/mo+3.7%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
South Monson, MA
2024 average cost:$3,856/mo
2023 average cost:$3,720/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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 South Monson

Recent reviews for independent living in South Monson

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.

Capitol Ridge at Providence

5.0
I love it here more than you can imagine. The staff is really good and friendly, the food is good and I have a life again. I have one of the largest apartments with a back door and patio which is great because I have a little dog so I can just let her out and watch her from inside. And I love ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Welcoming and friendly staff and residents. Many reviews praise the warm and inviting atmosphere at various communities, with residents and staff described as friendly, helpful, and welcoming. At Holiday Quail Run Estates, the staff go above and beyond to make the moving process easier for families and ensure their loved ones feel at ho ...
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A variety of activities and social opportunities. Reviews consistently mention the importance of social activities and engagement in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Keystone Commons, there is a wide range of activities available, including arts and crafts, music performances, and fitness classes. Magnolia Heights ...
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Quality food and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews, residents express appreciation for the quality of the food and dining experiences at their community. At Anchor Bay at Pocasset, the meals are described as above average, and at The Highlands, residents enjoy the variety of meal choices and the accommodations made for ...
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Immaculate cleanliness and maintenance. Residents frequently praise the cleanliness and maintenance of their community, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. At Capitol Ridge at Providence, the facility is described as immaculate, and Atria Draper Place mentions that the apartments and common areas ...
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Supportive and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the helpfulness and supportiveness of the staff at their community, with several expressing appreciation for the accommodations made to meet individual needs. At Cedarbrook Village at Ware, the staff are described as attentive and always willing to help, and at Colebrook ...
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Flexible and accommodating living spaces. Residents appreciate the flexibility and adaptability of their living spaces, with several mentioning the ability to decorate their apartments to their preference and the availability of different apartment sizes to suit various needs. At Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill, the variety of a ...
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South Monson independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Monson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Monson, 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 Monson 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 Monson 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
24.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
38.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in South Monson 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 Monson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Monson, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Monson 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 Monson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Monson, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
44.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.3%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
43.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.8%
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Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Atria Draper Place and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near South Monson, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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The best independent living facilities near you in South Monson, Massachusetts are Elmbrook Village at Bozrah, Atria Draper Place and Colebrook Village at Hebron. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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