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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, Memory Care
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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.
As an integral part of the Hillside Village Keene Life Plan Retirement community, The Prospect-Woodward Health Center is a not-for-profit community, offering Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care in Keene NH. Prospect-Woodward is made up of 43 attractive, newly built, private assisted...
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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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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: 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
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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: 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: 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
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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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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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This is an older building so I would give the look of it a 3. They offer daily activities such as Karaoke, daily exercise and my mom has taken advantage of the bingo. My parents attitude is now more...
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.
Delamere WoodsSituated in a picturesque country setting right off route 159 in Hartford County, Delamere Woods in Windsor, CT is an independent living community for those who want to enjoy their golden years in a tranquil environment. While the greenery and scenic landscapes are peaceful, they...
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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.
The Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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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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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
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 the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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
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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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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
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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.
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: 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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The care is great and they have excellent activities. I can't think of any ways they could improve. What we like most about Seabury is the staff. They're always very upbeat and attentive. I'm not there all...
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.

Cost of independent living in Sunderland, MA

The average cost of senior living in Sunderland is $4,794 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,907 per month.

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

Sunderland, MA
$4,794/mo
$5,352/mo

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

Sunderland, MA
$4,794/mo
U.S. national average
$4,161/mo

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

$6,307/mo
Independent Living
$4,794/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,125/mo
Studio
$6,338/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,532/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,231/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,245/mo

Senior living costs in Sunderland 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: Sunderland, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSunderland, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,794/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living$6,307/mo$7,245/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,307/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Sunderland, MA:$4,794/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Sunderland, MA:$6,307/mo
Massachusetts:$7,245/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Sunderland, MA:$6,307/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
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Independent living costs in Sunderland, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Sunderland 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Sunderland, MA$3,212/mo$3,525/mo-8.9%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Sunderland, MA
2024 average cost:$3,212/mo
2023 average cost:$3,525/mo
Percent change:-8.9%
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 Sunderland

Recent reviews for independent living in Sunderland

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.

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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Boulder Ridge in Canton, CT

5.0
Excellent experience with maintenance & mgmt! I would recommend to others.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews highlight the exceptional friendliness and helpfulness of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers. At Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, the welcoming front desk staff ...
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Wide range of activities. Activities were a significant factor in the positive reviews, with families praising the diverse offerings at communities like Keystone Commons. Residents enjoy a variety of activities, from arts and crafts to outings and social events, keeping them engaged and active.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. Residents appreciate the thoughtful design of their living spaces at different communities. At Southwick Village, the bright and up-to-date environment and the availability of apartment sizes catering to various preferences contributed to the overall satisfaction with the living experience.
Customized care plans. Some reviews mention the customized care plans tailored to individual residents' needs. At Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks, the team at this community takes the time to understand the unique requirements of each resident, ensuring their satisfaction and comfort.
Access to on-site amenities. Access to on-site amenities is an important consideration for many residents and their families. At The Residence at Orchard Grove, the convenience of having on-site transportation, nursing, and therapy facilities was a significant factor in their positive experience.
Communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff was a common theme in the reviews. At Cedarbrook Village at Ware, the staff's openness to suggestions and responsiveness to residents' and their families' concerns made for a positive experience.
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Sunderland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sunderland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sunderland, 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 Sunderland 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 Sunderland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sunderland, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sunderland 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 Sunderland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sunderland, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sunderland 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 Sunderland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sunderland, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.1%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Spring Village at Summerhill and Cedarbrook Village at Ware are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sunderland, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 172 independent living facilities near Sunderland, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Sunderland, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, 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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