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The cost of independent living in West Settlement is about $6,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 19 options. Read 42 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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Photo of Homestead Senior Living
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we have found the staff more than accommodating and friendly. My Mom is very happy there. I love that they have exercises almost every day and my Mom likes to do them. It is very close to where she used...
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.
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The staff was minimal on weekends. Maple Ridge assisted living coordinator told me that this would be my mother's final home, that they were experienced with residents with Parkinson's disease, that Mom...
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.
Maple Ridge Lodge is assisted living reimagined. Situated off Route 289 at exit 10 and adjacent to the Essex Resort and Spa and Maple Ridge Memory Care, Maple Ridge Lodge is a shiny new 71-apartment assisted living community that embraces all that is true to Vermont and those who call it home....
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I would give a 5 for every category. The Gazebo North community is an excellent facility with well trained and caring staff1. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would in a heartbeat recommend...
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.
Gazebo North is a Level 3 Residential Care Facility, licensed and registered by the Vermont Department of Aging and Independent Living. When seniors need help with their daily activities, we offer safe and secure communities where nurses and aides are available to respond to personal needs. We...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Maple Ridge Memory Care. The move in and acclimation was a smooth process. I would recommend this facility to others.
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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Everything has been going great so far. We really like this community. Mom likes that they provide transportation for her when she needs to go somewhere. Mom also likes the food and they offer a lot of...
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.
Gazebo Apartments offers private studio, one bedroom and two bedroom assisted care apartments. Pricing is flexible for couples of varying levels of need. Monthly cost includes nursing care, medication management, laundry, housekeeping, meals, transportation and a wide variety of activities. ...
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My mother was previously a resident at Williston Place and we really liked this facility. The staff was very friendly. The food was great. The cleanliness was great, the facility was always clean and neat....
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.
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.
Photo of Mansfield Place
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.
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Photo of Brownway Residence
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.
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.
Photo of Heritage Lane Apartments
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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It is great to have Wendy here at Taft Farms. She is such a big help and is so kind. She is a great addition here at Taft Farms Senior Living Comm.
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.
Photo of Whitcomb Woods
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in West Settlement, VT

The average cost of senior living in West Settlement is $6,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Derby Line, VT with an average of $2,925 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Settlement, VT vs. nearby cities

West Settlement, VT
$6,412/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Settlement, VT vs. the state and national average

West Settlement, VT
$6,412/mo
$5,588/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

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

$6,412/mo
Independent Living
$6,412/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Settlement, VT by room type

Semi-Private
$8,995/mo
Studio
$7,035/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,882/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,695/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in West Settlement over time

West Settlement, VTVT stateNational

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What families are saying about independent living in West Settlement

Recent reviews for independent living in West Settlement

Maple Ridge in Essex, VT

5.0
Every single thing about Maple Ridge Memory Care is absolutely great! All of the staff have always been helpful and friendly. So kind to my sister, holding her hand, checking in on her if she was in her room. Her laundry was always done when I was there. Sheets on her bed were always clean. ...
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Homestead Senior Living in Saint Albans, VT

4.8
we have found the staff more than accommodating and friendly. My Mom is very happy there. I love that they have exercises almost every day and my Mom likes to do them. It is very close to where she used to live so easy for visitors to come.

Maple Ridge Lodge in Essex, VT

5.0
I give 5's across the board for Maple Ridge. The staff has been amazing. My mother tells us all the time that they are all so very good to her. The food is good. The facility pretty well maintained. Our families experience with Maple Ridge has been wonderful. Mom feels very comfortable and the ...
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West Settlement independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Settlement independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Settlement, 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 Settlement 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 Settlement 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
17.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
29.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Settlement 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 Settlement communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.8%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.4%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
17.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.9%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Settlement 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 Settlement offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
17.6%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
23.5%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.4%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
23.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.4%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.4%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
17.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
5.9%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
45.7%
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Homestead Senior Living, Maple Ridge Lodge and Gazebo North are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Settlement, Vermont. See full list of communities.

There are 19 independent living facilities near West Settlement, Vermont. See the full list.

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