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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Southwick, MA

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Photo of Southwick VillageCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
9.8
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30 reviews
9.8
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30 reviews
5 star
91%
4 star
3%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
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I have has lived at Southwick Village for several years. The community is set in a beautifully maintained campus with all the amenities I need as I age. Activities, food and most importantly, the staff are...
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.
Southwick Village is a 55+ retirement community, located in the historic town of Southwick, MA. Nestled on 46 acres of towering trees and nature in a park-like setting, close to golf courses, hiking trails and quaint town amenities. Our spacious one and two bedroom cottages have plenty of room...
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55 Photos available
9.6
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37 reviews
9.6
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37 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
8%
3 star
8%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
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Very nice place. Cleaner and more welcoming than most. Staff is friendly and attentive. Food is very good and menu is extensive. Rooms are spacious and very well maintained. Facility is not cheap but I...
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.
Suffield by the River offers everything you could possibly want in senior residential living: - Independent living in beautifully appointed, spacious apartments with a full array of services and amenities. - Assisted living services offering as little or as much assistance as needed. - River's...
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88 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.5
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25 reviews
9.5
Review score
25 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
32%
3 star
12%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
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The biggest area for improvement is the food. I understand that the chefs cook a low sodium and low sugar diet, but there is hardly any variety. And the food is incredibly bland. We drop off home-cooked...
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 progressive, award-winning community is ready and waiting to welcome you to your next home. Located in stunning Agawam, MA our community is the first stand-alone assisted living community in the country to be awarded the Step II Quality Award from the American Healthcare Association and...
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9.3
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14 reviews
9.3
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14 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
7%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
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I rate them all 5's. Right from the help I received from your organization through ever aspect at the Arbor's. I think the Arbor's is a fantastic facility and the staff was outstanding going above 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.
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9.2
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37 reviews
9.2
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37 reviews
5 star
73%
4 star
24%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
1 star
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We chose Armbrook Village because of the convenient location and the solid reputation that they have around town. Everyone there is extremely friendly and helpful. Mom is very happy there!
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
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33 Photos available
9.0
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6 reviews
9.0
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6 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
17%
3 star
17%
2 star
17%
1 star
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They put new flooring in, new refrigerator, new lighting, and new paint. The staff was very helpful and answered any questions I had. Any issues are taken care of promptly. All areas are very clean and well...
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.
Suffield Commons is located in downtown historic Suffield, Connecticut. With a great location, everything you need is in walking distance; the shops, church, and even the library. Enjoy local festivals and events? You won't miss the action here! Our apartments feature: wall to wall carpeting, a...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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46 reviews
8.6
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46 reviews
5 star
48%
4 star
39%
3 star
7%
2 star
2%
1 star
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I would say that the staff is very nice and caring. We do not worry about our mom here because she feels safe and happy. Was a huge change for her and she is adjusting very well. We chose the Quail Run...
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.
Quail Run Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautifully landscaped grounds on the outskirts of Springfield, you'll love the comfortable facilities, our friendly staff and the convenience of the nearby community. We're just minutes from...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.5
Review score
36 reviews
7.5
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36 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
25%
3 star
11%
2 star
3%
1 star
8%
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My loved one's apartment was painted prior to move in, but never cleaned. I had to clean it myself, especially the bathroom and kitchen. The first or second day of move in, the cleaner came in and took a bin...
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.
Built in 1923 and prominently overlooking the city of West Springfield, Our Lady of Sorrows Monastery was renovated in 1999 to become Landmark at Monastery Heights, Senior Living Community. The beautiful building overlooks 18 spectacular acres of lawns, walking paths, and gardens and house 105...
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Cost of independent living in Southwick, MA

The average cost of senior living in Southwick is $4,172 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,508 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Southwick, MA vs. nearby cities

Southwick, MA
$4,172/mo
$4,927/mo
$4,453/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Southwick, MA vs. the state and national average

Southwick, MA
$4,172/mo
U.S. national average
$4,031/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Southwick vs. other types of senior living

$5,859/mo
Independent Living
$4,172/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Southwick, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$5,664/mo
Studio
$5,695/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,143/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,958/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,305/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Southwick over time

Southwick, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in Southwick

Recent reviews for independent living in Southwick

Middlewoods of Farmington

3.4
I have been a resident (independent) for 17 1/12 years. The community is just the right size (# of residents). The staff is welcoming and friendly, although I do not need care services, it's important to know it 's available. A resident can be as involved in the community as they whish to be. I ...
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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.

Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

4.4
Just moved in a week ago. The staff has been excellent. They are courteous, pleasant and helpful. The residence itself is clean and well maintained. The few apartment issues were addressed immediately and well. The dining facilities are excellent and dining staff top flight.

Southwick independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Southwick independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Southwick, 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 Southwick 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 Southwick partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Southwick, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
19.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
32.6%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
31.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Southwick 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 Southwick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Southwick, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
34.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
87.5%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Southwick 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 Southwick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Southwick, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
43.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
27%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
75%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
39.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.5%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
87.5%
45.3%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
38.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.5%
45.2%
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Avery Heights, Southwick Village and Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Southwick, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 9 independent living facilities near Southwick, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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