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10 Best Independent Living Communities in West Northfield, MA

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The cost of independent living in West Northfield is about $5,377 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 134 options. Read 1552 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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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: 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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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: 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
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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.
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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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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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
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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: 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: 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, 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.
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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What a nice place. Everyone is so friendly and knows my Mom by name. There are lots of activities and the food is great! We are so lucky to have found this place!
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 Village at Cedar Hill is an assisted living community in Windsor, Windsor County, Vermont. Windsor sits next to the Connecticut River and is home to part of Mount Ascutney. There are rivers, lakes, and mountains to explore and enjoy in Windsor. Residents of The Village at Cedar Hill and...
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My uncle lived at Southgate in Hampton Suites (assisted living) for years and recently passed away at age 94. The staff were outstanding and treated him like family. He was involved in activities daily and...
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...

Cost of independent living in West Northfield, MA

The average cost of senior living in West Northfield is $5,377 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,921 per month.

Independent living costs in West Northfield, MA, vs. nearby cities

West Northfield, MA
$5,377/mo
$5,361/mo

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

West Northfield, MA
$5,377/mo
U.S. national average
$4,176/mo

Independent living costs in West Northfield, MA, vs. other senior living options

$6,022/mo
Independent Living
$5,377/mo

Independent living costs in West Northfield, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,785/mo
Studio
$6,425/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,715/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,677/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,908/mo

Senior living costs in West Northfield 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: West Northfield, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWest Northfield, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$5,377/mo$6,422/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living$6,022/mo$7,327/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$6,022/mo$7,333/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living
West Northfield, MA:$5,377/mo
Massachusetts:$6,422/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
West Northfield, MA:$6,022/mo
Massachusetts:$7,327/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
West Northfield, MA:$6,022/mo
Massachusetts:$7,333/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
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Independent living costs in West Northfield, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in West Northfield 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
West Northfield, MA$3,212/mo$3,441/mo-6.7%
Massachusetts$4,130/mo$3,866/mo+6.8%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
West Northfield, MA
2024 average cost:$3,212/mo
2023 average cost:$3,441/mo
Percent change:-6.7%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$4,130/mo
2023 average cost:$3,866/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in West Northfield

Recent reviews for independent living in West Northfield

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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American House Keene

4.9
My father lived in American House, Keene for eight years; six of them alone after my mother died. American House was absolutely the best place for him. He had company, care, and companionship. The staff were terrific. I never had to worry about him because I knew caring eyes were on him every ...
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Keystone Commons in Ludlow, MA

4.6
It's a great place but it is so over the top expensive. I don't know how anyone can afford it for long and you really never know how long. Staff are great and the activities are fun.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of engaging activities. Residents at various communities, such as Holiday Devonshire Estates, Keystone Commons, and Day Brook Village Senior Living, enjoy a multitude of activities like artsong, ballroom dancing, bowling, baking, minigolf, and more.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Several reviews praise the exceptional nature of the staff at communities like Goddard House, Cedarbrook Village at Ware, and Southwick Village. Staff members go above and beyond to help residents feel welcome and supported.
Reasonable pricing and value. Despite the high-quality care and services, many communities, such as Holiday Quail Run Estates, The Wellington at Springfield, and Southwick Village, offer reasonable pricing and good value for families.
Access to outdoor spaces and walking trails. Residents at communities like Keystone Commons, Holiday Bluebird Estates, and The Willows at Worcester appreciate the outdoor spaces and walking trails, providing opportunities for exercise and relaxation.
Prompt and helpful maintenance. Reviews for communities like Holiday Quail Run Estates, The Wellington at Springfield, and American House Keene mention the quick response of maintenance teams when residents request repairs or improvements.
Close proximity to local amenities and services. Communities such as Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Willows at Worcester, and Goddard House are conveniently located near shopping centers, hospitals, and parks, offering residents easy access to essential services.
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West Northfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Northfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Northfield, 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 Northfield 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 Northfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Northfield, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.6%
34.5%
No sugar
No sugar
41.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
33.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Northfield 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 Northfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Northfield, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.5%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Northfield 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 Northfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Northfield, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
45.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31%
33.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.1%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31%
38.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.2%
41.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.6%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
22.4%
33.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
46.5%
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Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Northfield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 134 independent living facilities near West Northfield, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in West Northfield, Massachusetts are Spring Village at Summerhill, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Southwick Village. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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