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10 Best Nursing Homes in Chester, MA
Chester is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 145 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Chester, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Chester is about $6,156, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2185 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Barkhamsted, Granby and Camp Spruce Hill.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Chester, MA
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My loved one stayed here for about a month and a half and they were phenomenal. Her strength is so much better now. Her mobility has improved so much, right down to her finger movement. Before, she could...
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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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We chose KindCare at Bristol because it is a brand new facility, cleanliness, location despite cost and initial "community fee" we were charged. Also, memory care unit is specific to my mother's...
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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The facility appears to be clean and well maintained.The staff was unbelievable.I felt like I was really being listened to when I complained or has something to say. The food was great and my diet choices...
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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.
Pine Heights at Brattleboro Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation, is affiliated with National HealthCare Associates, a leading provider of rehabilitation and long-term care services in the Northeast. National affiliated facilities are dedicated to the principles of kindness, compassion,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Our sprawling 5.5-acre campus has something for everyone with a wide array of activities for energetic adults, as well as those with medical needs. Our casual elegance will make you feel welcome and comfortable. Jerome Home provides a full service continuum and is here to meet your needs today...
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[name removed] has been several times, and mom is more alert, participating in exercises, engaging in conversations! Much improvement! The place is beautiful open, sunny, all the members are smiling, saying...
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.
Mulberry Gardens of Southington is a not-for-profit residential assisted living community that offers a warm and caring atmosphere with an exemplary health care staff. There are 2 levels of care in our community; assisted living and our secure memory care neighborhood...
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My dad is currently in the skilled nursing level and I couldn’t be happier with the care he is receiving. They care for him and love him like he was their family member. They are so attentive to his needs...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Loudonville Assisted Living and Memory Care has been a wonderful place for my mother. The nursing services, dining, and activities are all exactly what she needs at this time. The staff are all loving and...
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.
We are owned and operated by the Levine family, caring for seniors over 60 years. Michael Levine, son, is here most everyday. The Levine family has worked to create an environment based on traditional values that recognize the unique needs and preferences of each resident. Our highest priority...
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Eddy Hawthorne Ridge has been a wonderful home for our mom. Both the Assisted Living and Memory Care units are staffed with tireless, compassionate employees that go above and beyond to deliver the higher...
Provides: Memory Care
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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
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.
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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.
Rockridge, a not-for-profit Retirement Community, provides singles and couples 62 or older with a rewarding lifestyle on a magnificent 12-acre site adjacent to Fitzgerald Lake Conservation area in Northampton, MA. Established in 1971, the Rockridge grounds are beautifully landscaped and allow...
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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.
At the very base of Cedar Mountain, surrounded by fresh air and a beautiful natural landscape, you'll find Cedar Mountain Commons. This is an extraordinary senior living community - a meeting place of spirited people, family traditions and fond memories. Living here, in the assisted or...
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My mom is here now and it's going well. She's getting and settling in. We chose them because it's very close to my home and they came out with a very high rating. I have a son-in-law whose sister works with...
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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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Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, Craneville Place of Dalton offers a serene country setting, but is still just a few miles from downtown Pittsfield and Berkshire Medical Center. Privately owned and operated, our 89 bed skilled nursing and rehab center offers a comprehensive continuum of...
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My sister has been a resident if Rosewood Gardens for nearly one year. From the first day, when she was in great post-surgical pain, she had the most excellent care possible. She was also handled with caring...
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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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In one word, Geer Village has been simply great!
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.
Geer Village is a non-profit, community owned senior living facility which has accommodated seniors for over forty years. It is conveniently located in Canaan, CT in a facility which also hosts a community center, television station, and a YMCA. Our residents are able to enjoy day trips to...
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My Dad has been at Springside in Pittsfield for the last 2 weeks. I must say I feel he is being taken care of very well. they are short staffed like everywhere else. [names removed] at the front door has...
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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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It’s very nice. I think it's a very nice place. It’s a new facility so it’s nice to be in and it's clean. The staff is very personable. It’s seems pretty good. It's dietetic food. I haven’t really gotten to...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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It's very clean and they have a lot of different services for my wife. A lot of medical staff to help take care of her. I haven't found anything I don't like. We're very happy and fortunate to have found it.
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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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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
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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.
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Tucked away on a peaceful, country-like eight-acre campus located just minutes from major highways, Good Samaritan offers older adults a safe and welcoming alternative. Since 1996, Good Samaritan Adult Home has been helping aging adults live well and maintain their personal dignity...
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My mom is there now and is doing well. The staff call me regularly. Everyone is very helpful. Wonderful admin team
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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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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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SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation for Hadley at Elaine Manor prides itself on both innovative programs and traditional community values. Our 154-bed facility, opened in 1996, is one of a select group of skilled nursing facilities that has received the stringent JCAHO-accreditation for long-term...
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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.
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.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for East Longmeadow provides quality healthcare to our community in a JCAHO-accredited facility designed for people who have complex medical conditions or are recovering from surgery or illness. Each resident receives ongoing healthcare assessments from our...
Cost of nursing homes in Chester, MA
The average cost of senior living in Chester is $6,156 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $5,366 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Chester, MA vs. nearby cities
Chester, MA
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Chester, MA vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Chester
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Chester
Eddy Memory Care at Eddy Hawthorne Ridge in East Greenbush, NY
5.0
I've been very happy with the care my mom received at Hawthorne Ridge. Specifically, you kept her safe. I know too well how devastating the past 20 months have been and was impressed with the hard work of the team there. You've done a remarkable job.
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.
Middlewoods of Newington
4.9
The facility is clean and always smells fresh! The staff are amazing, very accommodating and sweet!! Food is some of the best, residents all have care and compassion for one another. Activities are engaging for everyone. Our family couldn’t be happier with having our mom there!!
Chester nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chester nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chester, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Chester nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Chester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chester, MANational
Full medication management
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Doctor on call
Doctor on call
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24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
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26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.4%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.3%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
76.6%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Chester nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Chester Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chester, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
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3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.4%
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Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chester nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chester, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Availability of select dining options in Chester nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chester, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
44.1%
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.9%
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Room service
Room service
40.7%
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chester nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Chester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chester, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.6%
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Community service programs
Community service programs
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Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.1%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.9%
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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