Independent Living in Massachusetts
Combine one of the oldest states in the country with diverse landscapes and a temperate climate, and it’s a recipe for relaxed and engaged senior living. Massachusetts has a little bit of everything when it comes to scenery, with the northern edge of the Appalachian Mountains and easy access to the awe-inspiring waves of the Atlantic Ocean. With summer highs that rarely exceed 85-degrees Fahrenheit and annual winter wonderlands that offer easy access to outdoor adventures such as skiing, Massachusetts has plenty to offer intrepid seniors during their golden years.
Tax-free social security and a wealth of available assistance programs make Massachusetts a retirement haven for those that enjoy a four-season year. Independent living is an affordable retirement option for those seniors who are active and don’t require much help around the house but may not want to tackle heavy chores such as yard work or snow removal. This guide looks at the cost of independent living in Massachusetts and explores some of the available assistance programs designed to make senior living more affordable.
The Cost of Independent Living in Massachusetts
Note: Independent Living is usually 30-40% lower in cost compared to Assisted Living because it provides a lower level of care to residents. Average costs haven’t been established for Independent Living but have for Assisted Living in the 2021 Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey. We’ve calculated an estimated cost by subtracting 35% from the average cost of Assisted Living in a given area.
Officially known as the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this state’s average cost of Independent Living is $1,300 higher per month than the national average of $2,925. However, Rhode Island, the smallest state in the nation, has an even higher average cost that’s $212 above Massachusetts’ cost. All the other states touching Massachusetts have lower costs, including New Hampshire, where the average cost is $3,934, as well as in Vermont ($3,413), Connecticut ($3,334) and New York ($2,977).
Independent Living costs among cities in Massachusetts can vary to a great degree. Barnstable Town’s average cost of Independent Living is $325 higher than the state average, while Pittsfield’s cost is $2,870 below. The capital of Boston has an average cost that’s higher than the state average by $207, while Worcester’s cost is lower by $530 and Springfield’s by $944.
When comparing the various senior care options available, Assisted Living averages $6,500 in Massachusetts and provides an additional layer of care not found in Independent Living. Seniors needing 24/7 skilled nursing may opt for Nursing Home Care, which has an average monthly cost of $12,623 for semiprivate rooms or $13,535 for private rooms. Aging in place at home is also an option as seniors age with In-Home Care and Home Health Care both averaging $5,911 per month. Seniors who need limited assistance in a non-residential setting may choose Adult Day Health Care, which has the lowest cost at $1,587 per month in Massachusetts.
Can You Use Medicare or Medicaid to Pay for Independent Living in Massachusetts?
Unfortunately, you cannot use Medicaid and Medicare to help pay the monthly fee for residing in an Independent Living community. For seniors who need help with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), there may be financial assistance programs available to help cover the cost of care in Independent Living. For more information about financial assistance for those who need a higher level of care, read our guide to Assisted Living in Massachusetts.
Read on for more information about using alternative means to make Independent Living more affordable, such as retirement funds, the sale of a home, etc.
Paying for Independent Living in Massachusetts
Seniors typically pay for all independent living costs directly, though some creative financing options may be available to help offset out-of-pocket expenses. A reverse mortgage using home equity is one option, while cashing out a life insurance policy might be another. Independent living options often come with a la carte services that may add or reduce costs depending on the level of assistance or participation seniors plan to use. For example, many independent living communities offer prepared meals. For seniors who opt out, there may be cost savings, and for those who need help with meal preparation, long-term care insurance may pay for costs directly associated with meals.
Independent Living Resources in Massachusetts
Independent living for seniors often means moving into a senior community that may provide a complete continuum of care. Independent living community prices often include entertainment packages, utilities and food, along with rent for a variety of home options. The state government and local organizations offer a variety of assistive services designed to help seniors minimize their out-of-pocket costs and get the most out of available services. Below is a quick list of resources that may provide financial assistance, counseling services or direct care help.
Resource
Contact
Service
(800) 243-4636
The Massachusetts Prescription Advantage plan is offered to Medicare-eligible seniors who may have difficulty paying their share of the cost for life-saving medications prescribed by a doctor. This plan is available to seniors who earn up to 500% of the federal poverty level. For those who qualify, this program ensures enrollees pay no more than the listed co-pay for all covered prescriptions, helping seniors reduce their out-of-pocket costs.
(800) 841-2900
MassHealth is the agency that administers all Home and Community-based Services Waivers available through the state's Medicaid program. Some of these programs may provide direct, financial assistance with direct care services, extending a senior's ability to remain in an independent living situation.
(800) 243-4636
SHINE is the Massachusetts health insurance counseling option available to all seniors. Free counselors provide easy-to-understand comparisons between Medicare plans, helping seniors to better understand their potential savings and costs when selecting health coverage. This counseling includes explanations for Original Medicare and all available Part C options for those who may opt for a private insurance option. Appointments are available on a scheduled basis.
(800) 342-5297
The Volunteer Lawyers Project of Boston operates a legal helpline for seniors that answers questions and provides actionable advice for many types of legal issues. Seniors who need help with housing, financial services, estate planning or other common issues may receive direct help via the phone or referrals for more complicated issues. Services are available on a sliding scale based on income through the referral network. The helpline is available from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Various
Area Agencies on Aging offices operate throughout the state to administer a wide variety of local assistance programs that offer free or reduced-priced services to seniors. From home-delivered meals to counseling services and benefits assistance, there are lots of options for help. More than 30 agencies act as the first point of contact for seniors seeking help or social connections.
COVID-19 Rules for Independent Living in Massachusetts
The following information is based on research done on several government websites, including mass.gov. These rules apply to Independent Living Communities and other types of senior living facilities. We’ve most recently updated this data on 2/8/2022, but since COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving pandemic, contact your local senior living facility or Area Agency on Aging for more specific and up-to-date information.
Visitation Policies
Rules for Massachusetts Communities
Are loved ones allowed to visit to provide emotional support?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are relatives allowed to visit for end-of-life care?
Yes
Are residents required to quarantine after visiting with a loved one?
No
Are visitors required to wear PPE (including masks) in order to visit residents?
Yes
Are non-medical contractors (such as hairdressers and entertainers) allowed in senior living facilities?
Yes
Are visitors checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are visitors required to answer questions about health, travel, and potential virus contact?
Yes
Outings & Social Activities
Rules for Massachusetts Communities
Are residents allowed to leave (errands, visiting family, etc.) for non-medical reasons?
Yes
Are residents who leave required to quarantine when they return?
Not Available*
Are senior living communities required to cancel all group outings?
No
Are residents allowed to eat meals together in a common area?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are residents allowed to gather in common areas for group activites?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
*Note: This information was not available for this state, contact your local area agency on aging or senior living facility for more information.
COVID-19 Safety Measures for Staff and Residents
Rules for Massachusetts Communities
Are staff members regularly required to do a temperature check?
Yes
Are staff members regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Are staff members members regularly required to do a health and safety screening, including questions about travel, contact with positive cases, etc?
Yes
Are residents regularly screened for COVID-19 symptoms?
Yes
Are residents regularly checked for elevated temperatures?
Yes
Are residents regularly tested for COVID-19?
Yes (Conditions Apply)
Find Independent Living Communities in Massachusetts
Use the tool below to find Independent Living Communities near you – if you’d like to search in a specific city in Massachusetts, simply put that in the search bar below.
Directory of Independent Living Communities in Boston, MA
Springhouse Senior Living
44 Allandale Street, Boston, MA, 02130
I toured Springhouse Senior Living. I liked the size of the rooms; they had a built-in bookcase and a den. I also liked the fact that they give out options like no carpeting because I have dust allerg
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I toured Springhouse Senior Living. I liked the size of the rooms; they had a built-in bookcase and a den. I also liked the fact that they give out options like no carpeting because I have dust allergies, so to me, that was great. There was a buy-in, and so I would be selling my house so I could afford the buy-in, but the monthly charges were quite reasonable compared for what you get. You get more days of housekeeping and meals. I thought it overall provided more value for the dollar.
It was a step up from the others. It has a zoo nearby and it has an arboretum. The community is very nice. They provide parking for whichever entrance you find convenient. They don’t mix independent living with assisted living, so you would be with people that you were kind of on a par with as far as activities. The amenities were very nice. They had a library. I also liked the facilities. The dining room was very nice, they had storage, and I like that they had washer-dryers included in the unit. The staff seemed very nice and very helpful.
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I toured Springhouse Senior Living. I liked the size of the rooms; they had a built-in bookcase and a den. I also liked the fact that they give out options like no carpeting because I have dust allerg
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I toured Springhouse Senior Living. I liked the size of the rooms; they had a built-in bookcase and a den. I also liked the fact that they give out options like no carpeting because I have dust allergies, so to me, that was great. There was a buy-in, and so I would be selling my house so I could afford the buy-in, but the monthly charges were quite reasonable compared for what you get. You get more days of housekeeping and meals. I thought it overall provided more value for the dollar.
It was a step up from the others. It has a zoo nearby and it has an arboretum. The community is very nice. They provide parking for whichever entrance you find convenient. They don’t mix independent living with assisted living, so you would be with people that you were kind of on a par with as far as activities. The amenities were very nice. They had a library. I also liked the facilities. The dining room was very nice, they had storage, and I like that they had washer-dryers included in the unit. The staff seemed very nice and very helpful.
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Waterstone at the Circle
385 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Boston, MA, 02135
My dad has moved into Waterstone at the Circle. It’s spacious, light, clean, and friendly. Everyone there has been so outgoing, very accommodating, and so kind. They want to help and reach out. They’r
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My dad has moved into Waterstone at the Circle. It’s spacious, light, clean, and friendly. Everyone there has been so outgoing, very accommodating, and so kind. They want to help and reach out. They’re doing the best they can.
My dad is in a one-bedroom with big windows. It has a full kitchen. There is the bedroom, the closet, and the bath. The closet is so interesting. You walk through the closet to get to the bathroom, so the closet is on both sides. It has this nice corner that you can get straight to the bathroom.
They have amazing amenities. They have a beautiful library. They have a bar, and they have a huge dining room with lots of lights. They have a craft room and a community room with a piano. They have a swimming pool, an exercise room, and a theater. They have a lounge on the fifth floor.
The activities are great. The residents decide what activities they want, and they set them up. The other people that we talked to are very satisfied with the activities.
It’s such a welcoming place. It is very expensive, but I feel like they measure up to the expense. I don’t feel bad about the expense because they’re getting a lot. People stay there; they don’t leave.
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My dad has moved into Waterstone at the Circle. It’s spacious, light, clean, and friendly. Everyone there has been so outgoing, very accommodating, and so kind. They want to help and reach out. They’r
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My dad has moved into Waterstone at the Circle. It’s spacious, light, clean, and friendly. Everyone there has been so outgoing, very accommodating, and so kind. They want to help and reach out. They’re doing the best they can.
My dad is in a one-bedroom with big windows. It has a full kitchen. There is the bedroom, the closet, and the bath. The closet is so interesting. You walk through the closet to get to the bathroom, so the closet is on both sides. It has this nice corner that you can get straight to the bathroom.
They have amazing amenities. They have a beautiful library. They have a bar, and they have a huge dining room with lots of lights. They have a craft room and a community room with a piano. They have a swimming pool, an exercise room, and a theater. They have a lounge on the fifth floor.
The activities are great. The residents decide what activities they want, and they set them up. The other people that we talked to are very satisfied with the activities.
It’s such a welcoming place. It is very expensive, but I feel like they measure up to the expense. I don’t feel bad about the expense because they’re getting a lot. People stay there; they don’t leave.
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Landmark at Longwood
63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA, 02120
Landmark at Longwood is located in a suburban area of Boston, Massachusetts, with close access to medical centers, churches and historic attractions. Residents and visitors applaud the facility’s char
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Landmark at Longwood is located in a suburban area of Boston, Massachusetts, with close access to medical centers, churches and historic attractions. Residents and visitors applaud the facility’s charming rooms, clean surroundings, menu variety, convenient location and gracious and well-trained staff. The community hosts a number of amenities including resident transportation, in-room cable, private and companion suites, beauty salon and housekeeping/laundry. Residents praise the many activities offered at the facility such as participating in gardening projects, sharpening their culinary skills in cooking classes and visiting shopping and cultural venues during day outings.
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Landmark at Longwood is located in a suburban area of Boston, Massachusetts, with close access to medical centers, churches and historic attractions. Residents and visitors applaud the facility’s char
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Landmark at Longwood is located in a suburban area of Boston, Massachusetts, with close access to medical centers, churches and historic attractions. Residents and visitors applaud the facility’s charming rooms, clean surroundings, menu variety, convenient location and gracious and well-trained staff. The community hosts a number of amenities including resident transportation, in-room cable, private and companion suites, beauty salon and housekeeping/laundry. Residents praise the many activities offered at the facility such as participating in gardening projects, sharpening their culinary skills in cooking classes and visiting shopping and cultural venues during day outings.
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Holiday Maplewood Place
295 Broadway, Malden, MA, 02148
The staff at Holiday Maplewood Place was very friendly, very helpful, and very informative. It wasn’t just the right fit for my mother. That’s the only reason why we didn’t go. The rooms were spacious
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The staff at Holiday Maplewood Place was very friendly, very helpful, and very informative. It wasn’t just the right fit for my mother. That’s the only reason why we didn’t go. The rooms were spacious, bright, and very clean. We looked at a studio and a one-bedroom. The dining area was very nice, but it’s under renovation. It will be beautiful when it’s done.
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The staff at Holiday Maplewood Place was very friendly, very helpful, and very informative. It wasn’t just the right fit for my mother. That’s the only reason why we didn’t go. The rooms were spacious
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The staff at Holiday Maplewood Place was very friendly, very helpful, and very informative. It wasn’t just the right fit for my mother. That’s the only reason why we didn’t go. The rooms were spacious, bright, and very clean. We looked at a studio and a one-bedroom. The dining area was very nice, but it’s under renovation. It will be beautiful when it’s done.
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The Residence at Watertown Square
20 Summer Street, Watertown, MA, 02472
The Residence at Watertown Square was nice. The staff was good. The rooms were clean and neat. We had lunch there and the food was quite nice. I didn’t go into the residents’ dining area because I was
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The Residence at Watertown Square was nice. The staff was good. The rooms were clean and neat. We had lunch there and the food was quite nice. I didn’t go into the residents’ dining area because I was only a visitor, but they put me in a small room outside. Everything looked wonderful. Nothing against what they had. Everything looked wonderful but small. There wasn’t any garbage on the floors or anything, but I haven’t seen them do a daily pickup of laundry or anything.
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The Residence at Watertown Square was nice. The staff was good. The rooms were clean and neat. We had lunch there and the food was quite nice. I didn’t go into the residents’ dining area because I was
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The Residence at Watertown Square was nice. The staff was good. The rooms were clean and neat. We had lunch there and the food was quite nice. I didn’t go into the residents’ dining area because I was only a visitor, but they put me in a small room outside. Everything looked wonderful. Nothing against what they had. Everything looked wonderful but small. There wasn’t any garbage on the floors or anything, but I haven’t seen them do a daily pickup of laundry or anything.
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The Residence at Melrose Station
158 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
My mother is staying at The Residence at Melrose Station. I think that for a first-time senior living experience, it’s been great. As her family members, what we see is she’s getting the best of care.
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My mother is staying at The Residence at Melrose Station. I think that for a first-time senior living experience, it’s been great. As her family members, what we see is she’s getting the best of care. It’s a great building with a beautifully appointed lobby and common spaces.
The rooms are very nice, and I think mom is very happy there. The food and the care are good. The people who work at the front, like everybody, are good. It’s a really great place. I think she’s just tired because she’s been there two years now, and she just wants a change of scenery.
It’s a great place. I was tempted to move in, and I think I qualify because I’m over fifty-five. I just don’t live in the same city. The landscape and the common areas are just gorgeous. She is in independent living, but she does have some assistance with showering and housekeeping. She’s in a studio, so she would prefer something larger; but for her, it’s fine.
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My mother is staying at The Residence at Melrose Station. I think that for a first-time senior living experience, it’s been great. As her family members, what we see is she’s getting the best of care.
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My mother is staying at The Residence at Melrose Station. I think that for a first-time senior living experience, it’s been great. As her family members, what we see is she’s getting the best of care. It’s a great building with a beautifully appointed lobby and common spaces.
The rooms are very nice, and I think mom is very happy there. The food and the care are good. The people who work at the front, like everybody, are good. It’s a really great place. I think she’s just tired because she’s been there two years now, and she just wants a change of scenery.
It’s a great place. I was tempted to move in, and I think I qualify because I’m over fifty-five. I just don’t live in the same city. The landscape and the common areas are just gorgeous. She is in independent living, but she does have some assistance with showering and housekeeping. She’s in a studio, so she would prefer something larger; but for her, it’s fine.
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Cabot Park Village
280 Newtonville Ave, Newton, MA, 02460
What I liked the best about Cabot Park Village was the friendliness of the staff and the flexibility with food. They had a really nice walking trail, which we really liked. We only met a few people, b
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What I liked the best about Cabot Park Village was the friendliness of the staff and the flexibility with food. They had a really nice walking trail, which we really liked. We only met a few people, but they were all very nice. They had nice fitness equipment and a nice courtyard. The place itself was just kind of dark and small.
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What I liked the best about Cabot Park Village was the friendliness of the staff and the flexibility with food. They had a really nice walking trail, which we really liked. We only met a few people, b
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What I liked the best about Cabot Park Village was the friendliness of the staff and the flexibility with food. They had a really nice walking trail, which we really liked. We only met a few people, but they were all very nice. They had nice fitness equipment and a nice courtyard. The place itself was just kind of dark and small.
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The Parc at Harbor View
46 Lincoln Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152
I visited The Parc at Harbor View, it was good. The person that conducted the tour was new to the facility, so she’s still learning about the facility. She has only been there two months. I learned a
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I visited The Parc at Harbor View, it was good. The person that conducted the tour was new to the facility, so she’s still learning about the facility. She has only been there two months. I learned a lot, but I am not sure if it is the right place for me yet. There are no stairs anywhere and I like that. It is three floors and the floors at different levels have good sized ramps. They’re big, wide ramps and they are not steep so that was good. I looked at one apartment, and my real comment is I don’t feel that they have big enough windows for me. I need more light. It seems to be in good shape. It’s an older building that was completely remodeled. It used to be a hospital and they did a beautiful job with the remodeling. I am satisfied with the way they did it, they did it well. I wish they had changed the windows, but with the brick exterior it is hard to change the windows. They have a dining room and lots of activities. They seemed to have a lot of activities because I looked at the list on what they have. They also have a pub which is open a couple of days a week. They have things that I am interested in, but they don’t have a musical program, a chorus of any kind or a band. A lot of them do that now. I am a musician and I really need to be in a music place.
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I visited The Parc at Harbor View, it was good. The person that conducted the tour was new to the facility, so she’s still learning about the facility. She has only been there two months. I learned a
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I visited The Parc at Harbor View, it was good. The person that conducted the tour was new to the facility, so she’s still learning about the facility. She has only been there two months. I learned a lot, but I am not sure if it is the right place for me yet. There are no stairs anywhere and I like that. It is three floors and the floors at different levels have good sized ramps. They’re big, wide ramps and they are not steep so that was good. I looked at one apartment, and my real comment is I don’t feel that they have big enough windows for me. I need more light. It seems to be in good shape. It’s an older building that was completely remodeled. It used to be a hospital and they did a beautiful job with the remodeling. I am satisfied with the way they did it, they did it well. I wish they had changed the windows, but with the brick exterior it is hard to change the windows. They have a dining room and lots of activities. They seemed to have a lot of activities because I looked at the list on what they have. They also have a pub which is open a couple of days a week. They have things that I am interested in, but they don’t have a musical program, a chorus of any kind or a band. A lot of them do that now. I am a musician and I really need to be in a music place.
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The Residence at Boylston Place
615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467
Boylston Place was a wonderful place. The people were great. That’s not in our top three because it doesn’t offer some of the things that we’re looking for, but it is a wonderful place, and we liked i
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Boylston Place was a wonderful place. The people were great. That’s not in our top three because it doesn’t offer some of the things that we’re looking for, but it is a wonderful place, and we liked it. The staff that assisted us were great. They were very welcoming, very knowledgeable, and very professional. It was great. The facility is beautiful. They pretty much are an independent living only place, and we’re looking for a place that has independent living, assisted living and, if needed, memory care. The facility is really good.
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Boylston Place was a wonderful place. The people were great. That’s not in our top three because it doesn’t offer some of the things that we’re looking for, but it is a wonderful place, and we liked i
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Boylston Place was a wonderful place. The people were great. That’s not in our top three because it doesn’t offer some of the things that we’re looking for, but it is a wonderful place, and we liked it. The staff that assisted us were great. They were very welcoming, very knowledgeable, and very professional. It was great. The facility is beautiful. They pretty much are an independent living only place, and we’re looking for a place that has independent living, assisted living and, if needed, memory care. The facility is really good.
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Sophia Snow Place
1205-1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA, 02132
Sophia Snow Place is a mid-large sized facility, with 36 supportive living suites and 66 for independent living, tucked away in a beautiful area of West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Surrounded on almost al
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Sophia Snow Place is a mid-large sized facility, with 36 supportive living suites and 66 for independent living, tucked away in a beautiful area of West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Surrounded on almost all sides by sprawling woodlands and conservation areas, the facility provides a peaceful ambiance and pleasant opportunities for a day out with loved ones. Family members can relax knowing that Faulkner Hospital is just a few blocks away, and facility staff are on hand 24/7 to assist with medication and medical needs. Residents can participate in regularly scheduled outings to local shops, eateries and special events.
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Sophia Snow Place is a mid-large sized facility, with 36 supportive living suites and 66 for independent living, tucked away in a beautiful area of West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Surrounded on almost al
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Sophia Snow Place is a mid-large sized facility, with 36 supportive living suites and 66 for independent living, tucked away in a beautiful area of West Roxbury, Massachusetts. Surrounded on almost all sides by sprawling woodlands and conservation areas, the facility provides a peaceful ambiance and pleasant opportunities for a day out with loved ones. Family members can relax knowing that Faulkner Hospital is just a few blocks away, and facility staff are on hand 24/7 to assist with medication and medical needs. Residents can participate in regularly scheduled outings to local shops, eateries and special events.
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Atria Marina Place
Four Seaport Drive, North Quincy, MA, 02171
My mother was a recent resident of the Atria at Marina Place. My mother was very ill so I spent many hours at the Atria. The staff from the dining room to the Managing Director takes an active intere
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My mother was a recent resident of the Atria at Marina Place. My mother was very ill so I spent many hours at the Atria. The staff from the dining room to the Managing Director takes an active interest in all residents, everyone knows your name. The facility is clean. The staff is professional, kind and conscientious. This facility is about engaging life no matter where you are on your life journey. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone who has an elderly relative who is in need of assistance.
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My mother was a recent resident of the Atria at Marina Place. My mother was very ill so I spent many hours at the Atria. The staff from the dining room to the Managing Director takes an active intere
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My mother was a recent resident of the Atria at Marina Place. My mother was very ill so I spent many hours at the Atria. The staff from the dining room to the Managing Director takes an active interest in all residents, everyone knows your name. The facility is clean. The staff is professional, kind and conscientious. This facility is about engaging life no matter where you are on your life journey. I would definitely recommend this facility to anyone who has an elderly relative who is in need of assistance.
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The Estates on Admiral’s Hill
201 Captains Row, Chelsea, MA, 02150
The Estates on Admiral’s Hill in Chelsea, Massachusetts is located near several restaurants and public parks and just a short drive from Boston. Visitors and residents speak highly of the community’s
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The Estates on Admiral’s Hill in Chelsea, Massachusetts is located near several restaurants and public parks and just a short drive from Boston. Visitors and residents speak highly of the community’s modern, spacious apartments, friendly, knowledgeable staff and overall cleanliness. Residents at the facility are encouraged to take part in the many social and recreational activities, such as art sessions, group games, special guest performances and trips to Cape Cod and Boston. The Estates on Admiral’s Hill provides a number of amenities including maid and laundry services, in-room cable TV and chef-prepared meals.
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The Estates on Admiral’s Hill in Chelsea, Massachusetts is located near several restaurants and public parks and just a short drive from Boston. Visitors and residents speak highly of the community’s
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The Estates on Admiral’s Hill in Chelsea, Massachusetts is located near several restaurants and public parks and just a short drive from Boston. Visitors and residents speak highly of the community’s modern, spacious apartments, friendly, knowledgeable staff and overall cleanliness. Residents at the facility are encouraged to take part in the many social and recreational activities, such as art sessions, group games, special guest performances and trips to Cape Cod and Boston. The Estates on Admiral’s Hill provides a number of amenities including maid and laundry services, in-room cable TV and chef-prepared meals.
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Chelsea Village
5 Admiral’s Way, Chelsea, MA, 02150
The Chelsea Village is really a lovely place if you are unable to take of yourself. It’s a very clean, safe and secure building. It’s nice and warm, very spacious and well-lit. It’s very well-maintain
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The Chelsea Village is really a lovely place if you are unable to take of yourself. It’s a very clean, safe and secure building. It’s nice and warm, very spacious and well-lit. It’s very well-maintained. They change out things regularly, like the carpeting. They do safety checks constantly. If you had any issues with anything going wrong in the apartment they address them immediately. If something’s wrong with one of your appliances they replace it immediately. On a scale 1-5, I’d give it 10, it’s that good!
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The Chelsea Village is really a lovely place if you are unable to take of yourself. It’s a very clean, safe and secure building. It’s nice and warm, very spacious and well-lit. It’s very well-maintain
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The Chelsea Village is really a lovely place if you are unable to take of yourself. It’s a very clean, safe and secure building. It’s nice and warm, very spacious and well-lit. It’s very well-maintained. They change out things regularly, like the carpeting. They do safety checks constantly. If you had any issues with anything going wrong in the apartment they address them immediately. If something’s wrong with one of your appliances they replace it immediately. On a scale 1-5, I’d give it 10, it’s that good!
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Cadbury Commons
66 Sherman Street , Cambridge, MA, 02140
Cadbury Commons is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a short distance from Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center, Fresh Pond Mall and numerous parks. Visitors note the community’s urban setting, sp
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Cadbury Commons is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a short distance from Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center, Fresh Pond Mall and numerous parks. Visitors note the community’s urban setting, spacious rooms and nice atmosphere. Residents say they’re treated well by the facility’s friendly staff, and they note that the staff knows all the residents by name. Cadbury Commons offers amenities such as an on-site library and garden, and it has a full schedule of activities. Residents say they often go on field trips to off-site destinations, and on-site activities such as games and live music are also available.
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Cadbury Commons is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a short distance from Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center, Fresh Pond Mall and numerous parks. Visitors note the community’s urban setting, sp
… (read more)
Cadbury Commons is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, a short distance from Alewife Brook Parkway Shopping Center, Fresh Pond Mall and numerous parks. Visitors note the community’s urban setting, spacious rooms and nice atmosphere. Residents say they’re treated well by the facility’s friendly staff, and they note that the staff knows all the residents by name. Cadbury Commons offers amenities such as an on-site library and garden, and it has a full schedule of activities. Residents say they often go on field trips to off-site destinations, and on-site activities such as games and live music are also available.
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Forestdale Park
341 Forest Street, Malden, MA, 02148
We did a tour of Forestdale Park Senior Living and it was good, nice and pleasant. But I did not like the fact that you have to pay so much, like $4,500 a month or let’s say for $4,600 a month. I didn
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We did a tour of Forestdale Park Senior Living and it was good, nice and pleasant. But I did not like the fact that you have to pay so much, like $4,500 a month or let’s say for $4,600 a month. I didn’t like the fact that their apartment was in the corridor type thing, like of a hotel with corridors. But, I guess they’re all like that. That was the 1st one that we toured, so I really can’t compare.
The people were very nice, as a matter of fact, there were a couple of residents there that I knew and everybody seemed happy. We were offered a meal because it was mealtime for a lot of them, but we didn’t stay for the meal. To me, the staff seemed great, everybody said hello, how are you, and they introduced themselves. It was a beautiful facility.
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We did a tour of Forestdale Park Senior Living and it was good, nice and pleasant. But I did not like the fact that you have to pay so much, like $4,500 a month or let’s say for $4,600 a month. I didn
… (read more)
We did a tour of Forestdale Park Senior Living and it was good, nice and pleasant. But I did not like the fact that you have to pay so much, like $4,500 a month or let’s say for $4,600 a month. I didn’t like the fact that their apartment was in the corridor type thing, like of a hotel with corridors. But, I guess they’re all like that. That was the 1st one that we toured, so I really can’t compare.
The people were very nice, as a matter of fact, there were a couple of residents there that I knew and everybody seemed happy. We were offered a meal because it was mealtime for a lot of them, but we didn’t stay for the meal. To me, the staff seemed great, everybody said hello, how are you, and they introduced themselves. It was a beautiful facility.
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Covenant House
30 Washington Street Apartment 9C, Brighton, MA, 02135
The building is relatively clean and provides a good environment for senior citizens. There are plenty of amenities such as a gym, library and even a large event space. Residents are provided fully fu
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The building is relatively clean and provides a good environment for senior citizens. There are plenty of amenities such as a gym, library and even a large event space. Residents are provided fully functional apartments along with parking spaces. In addition, there are events relevant to seniors, such as massages and visits by various medical professionals in regard to routine medical problems. There also activities and movie screenings all the time.
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The building is relatively clean and provides a good environment for senior citizens. There are plenty of amenities such as a gym, library and even a large event space. Residents are provided fully fu
… (read more)
The building is relatively clean and provides a good environment for senior citizens. There are plenty of amenities such as a gym, library and even a large event space. Residents are provided fully functional apartments along with parking spaces. In addition, there are events relevant to seniors, such as massages and visits by various medical professionals in regard to routine medical problems. There also activities and movie screenings all the time.
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