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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Cummington, MA
The cost of independent living in West Cummington is about $4,918 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 15 options. Read 85 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Northampton, Pittsfield and Greenfield.
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I would recommend them. They have a good community. We picked this community because, she liked it better. The other places were a little stuffy. The staff are very friendly and courteous.
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.
The award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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What we like the most about Sweetwood of Williamstown is the coordination and communication with the family members. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Sweetwood of Williamstown is a vibrant independent living community located in Williamstown, Massachusetts, facing the beautiful mountains of the Berkshires. With its wide range of multigenerational events, educational offerings, fitness, and cultural activities, it attracts and engages a...
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16 reviews
It feels like a community and the staff do a good job of including everyone in activities, despite their diverse capacities. But they don't push it if someone's not feeling like participating at a particular...
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.
Linda Manor Assisted Living is an assisted living community, located in the quiet, historic village of Leeds, MA. This modern community is situated in a wooded setting, near transportation for shopping and appointments. Leeds, a part of the City of Northampton, MA, is nestled in the Berkshire...
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9 reviews
Mom moved here a few months ago. The reflections community is well managed with caring staff members. The memory care residents interact with the assisted living community regularly and they board a bus for...
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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It's a lovely space and landscape and has a lot of small areas to hang out in and lots of activities. My mother also says that the food is good.
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.
Devonshire Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire Mountains and situated on elegantly landscaped grounds, you'll love the peaceful serenity of Devonshire Estates while enjoying all the amenities of the nearby...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is there.
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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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Lenox Schoolhouse is doing a good job with taking care of the residents during Covid-19 and keeping things clean. The staff is remaining available as needed. Previous to Covid-19, they did have activities....
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.
Welcome home to Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments, The Berkshires’ newest 55+ Community. Our newly renovated studios and one bedroom apartment homes have been designed with you in mind. Our homes feature spacious, open layouts, sleek black energy efficient appliances, brand new cabinetry, plush...
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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
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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.
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...
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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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: 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.
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...
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Cost of independent living in West Cummington, MA
The average cost of senior living in West Cummington is $4,918 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,558 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Cummington, MA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in West Cummington
Recent reviews for independent living in West Cummington
The Arbors at Greenfield
5.0
I was always getting quick replies via email whenever I had a question about adding money or if my MIL needed something. Also ongoing communication with onsite staff during visits.
Room size was comfortable refrigerator, microwave and stove top available. Need to provide all linens but they ...
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The Arbors at Amherst
4.8
My father is on the memory care unit: The staff is very willing to talk and listen to families. The activities staff try's hard to keep those who are able, active and involved in activities throughout the day. If a resident needs to rest or take a nap, they understand. The staff is well trained ...
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Holiday Devonshire Estates in Lenox, MA
5.0
Devonshire has a very welcoming atmosphere. The staff are all very welcoming and friendly. The food is good and you get good serving size portions. I had fun participating in the activities while I was there.
West Cummington independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Cummington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Cummington, 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 West Cummington 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 West Cummington 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
15.4%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.8%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.2%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in West Cummington 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 West Cummington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
61.5%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
61.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Cummington 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 West Cummington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.5%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
61.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.2%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, Sweetwood of Williamstown and The Arbors at Amherst are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Cummington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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