Continuing Care Retirement Communities Communities in Barre, MA

"We went to The Residence at Orchard Grove. My friend liked everything. She liked the facilities, she liked the people, and she liked the rooms. We went to a studio that was available at the time, and she liked it. The staff who toured us was very cordial and very happy with everybody. Melissa was very informative. The staff were great. We did not have the time to try their food, but we were invited to come back and have lunch with Melissa. They sent my friend home with a slice of lemon bread, so she had a little something for her coffee. We were able to see exercises, and in another area, they were doing puzzles. They showed her the art room. It was wonderful. It's only four years old and I could see everything is new. It looks like they always keep upgrading. It looks very nice."

"I'm moving in to The Willows in a couple of weeks. I met some of the people, and I had a meal there; it was altogether very positive. Some friends of mine are there, so I will have company. It is close to the city where I've lived for 40 years, and I will be able to continue my contact with the people that I know. The people working there are outstanding. The community is not too expensive. The food is good. The arrangement and the activities that the Willows offers are interesting. The apartments are attractive and so are the houses that they have. "

"My parents moved into The Overlook; it's probably the best there is. The rooms are huge and cleaned at least two times a day. The dining room is restaurant-like, and they have everything from shows and people coming in to entertain. The care is excellent, and I couldn't find a better place. "

"The exceptionally friendly atmosphere at Southgate was evident from the first time I visited as a prospective resident. Starting at the top, resident services personnel are very accommodating and helpful A great many services and varied activities are offered and an abundance of amenities are also provided. It is obvious much thought has been given to ensure that happiness and well-being is experienced by all. Life at Southgate is very comfortable and enjoyable. It's a great place to spend one's supported retirement years without having to be concerned with the problems of owning a home."

"We were interested in the activities, but we didn't see people doing anything at Applewood at Amherst, so that was a turn-off. The place was very nice, though, and the staff was very nice, too. We ate there, and the food was okay. The room was okay. Everything was clean."

"Loomis Village did not have a residential board of directors like the other facility I visited, but it had more choices in the type of living arrangements. You could have an apartment in the main building, but you also have the choice of a cottage or a villa. The sanitation was good. The apartments had a full kitchen. "