The Best Senior Living Communities in Hampden, MA

"I liked the brightness of Keystone Commons and the availability of care and service. They were open about the amount of money it would cost and they were straightforward with what you got for your money. The staff was good, caring, thoughtful, and customer service focused. "

"River Mills Assisted Living was very beautiful and brand new. They've got beautiful rooms and friendly staff. The food smelled good, and they had tons of activities. They were planting in flower pots. They've got a beautiful patio and beautiful grounds to walk on. They also had a memory section, and they had a lot of people helping."

Sarawood Assisted Living is a charming Victorian home with a capacity for 28 residents, nestled on two acres of beautifully landscaped grounds in the highlands of Holyoke, MA. All rooms are private, with some featuring private half-baths, while others share a bathroom (typically no more than two residents per bath). The facility is equipped with an elevator for easy accessibility. We provide personalized senior care with a high staff-to-resident ratio, ensuring tailored care plans and assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and medication management, all in accordance with assisted living regulations. Residents enjoy three nutritious, home-cooked meals daily, weekly housekeeping, fresh linens, and engaging activities like bingo, shopping trips, and community events. High-speed Wi-Fi is included in the rates and available throughout the facility and grounds, keeping residents connected. Laundry service is also available for a small additional charge. Sarawood coordinates doctor appointments and provides scheduled transportation, ensuring comprehensive support for our residents. Whether for long-term care or short-term respite stays, Sarawood creates a welcoming environment where independence and companionship thrive. Discover why Sarawood is the premier choice for senior care in Hampden County. Schedule a tour today and experience the comfort, care, and community we offer. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification

"I thought Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks was welcoming, clean, and active. The rooms were adequate. It seemed that things were kept up very well. The person who gave me the tour was very good, very informative, and answered my questions. He was very patient with my questions. I have not had a chance to try their food, but the dining area looked adequate and clean when I saw it, which was not at mealtime. I would feel comfortable putting my mother-in-law there and having her stay there. I observed bingo, which was well attended. The utdoor space was OK, it's not the greatest for memory care people. It's very small."

"We moved my mom into Southwick Village from Florida to be closer; she absolutely loves it. Her apartment is so cozy and bright, she loves the food and all the residents have been so welcoming. The staff has been great to her and it was an easy transition thanks to Jamie and Christie."

"Brookdale South Windsor was very nice and clean. Everyone was very polite and helpful. The dining hall was very nice. It looked like they had a lot of activities. They had a library. There were a lot of fun things to do."

"Excellent clean facility Staff is very kind and considerate to the residents Available to the families of residents always respectful and caring "

"I visited White Oaks. It was very nice facility, and we had a very nice visit. Unfortunately, I thought my parents had progressed beyond the point where they weren’t going to be looking at independent living and would probably need assisted living. The staff was excellent, very knowledgeable, and very friendly. The rooms were very nice as well. We were able to see the dining room, but we did not have time to try the food. The dining room was very nice, very clean, and looked great. "

"Riverside Health and Rehabilitation was the only place available at the time. I liked the size of the place best. The food was good and the nursing staff was good and friendly. "

"Buckingham Heights was only dedicated exclusively to memory care so that they can address every need at every stage, whatever happens to your loved one who's got dementia. Suzanne assisted us with the tour and she was wonderful. She's been there a long time and can answer any question you have. The other shining star thing that I would say about the place was that they had a lot of staff who have been there for many years. They have relatively low turnover and there is a lot of staff. They have like a 5-year, 15-year, and 20-year club for those staff who have been there that long. The dining area looked very nice. The rooms were basic but pleasant. The idea there was not to spend all your time in your room. So, the room was just a place to dress and bathe and sleep. But the life of the place was based on keeping the residents engaged and active. When it comes to the activities, they are appropriate for people with memory issues. They have an inner courtyard that is freely available for residents to go into on their own. For the outside patios, you need to have somebody with you. Even their physical facilities were designed to give the most freedom and autonomy to their residents."

"Hoffman SummerWood generates a lot of people of the Jewish faith. It is basically built by Jewish people, so the food is kosher, and the majority of their residents are Jewish. There is nothing wrong with that, but I didn't think my parents would acclimate to that type of environment. It was clean and beautiful, but it wasn't what my mom and dad would need. The staff was excellent. The individual that showed us around was great. She answered a lot of questions. At the end, she actually had the chef prepare three meals for me to bring back for my mom and dad. It was a salmon salad, which was just very lovely. It was absolutely beautiful. However, it would have been nice if the grounds were kept up a little bit more. There were patio chairs tipped over, and it could have been because it was raining the night before, but other than that, it was absolutely gorgeous, it just wasn't what my parents would probably feel comfortable in. The rooms were beautiful, but I was looking for a place that had a patio. I was a little discouraged that they didn't have that because that's like a big piece of what would probably sell my mom, the opportunity for her to break out of her room and have a space of her own and not necessarily to have to walk through the whole facility to go out into the courtyard."

"The staff was very attentive. The place was very clean. They have activities for the residents like gardening. The house and community I saw looked happy. But I kind of put that on the back burner for a while, because I'm not prepared. I'm just not ready for that right now because I'm able to cook for myself, wash my dishes, and clean the house. But when the time comes, and it could be tomorrow, I'll be ready for it. "

By The River in Marlborough is a new concept senior living home that allows residents to enjoy a home environment without the stress of maintaining a household. Caregivers are built in the model and are standing by to help as little or as much as you need without extra hidden costs. We provide home-cooked meals in an open-concept kitchen and family-style dining. Residents enjoy open spaces, large porches and a spacious room in a beautiful country setting in Marlborough CT. To learn more about this provider's license and review other available state reports, please visit: State of Connecticut License Lookup

"I went to Avery Heights. I like the openness of the facility, and I like the activity that I saw around, and people interacting. It was very well maintained. It was clean, and they seemed to be very active on that. There were several floor plans available, and they all looked appropriate. For me, the one-bedroom is maybe a little small. Other than that, the floor plans were fine."