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10 Best Independent Living Communities in North Spencer, MA

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Photo of Cedarbrook Village at WareCommunity card badge
1313 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.8
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43 reviews
9.8
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43 reviews
5 star
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4 star
14%
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I come to Cedarbrook 2x monthly to host the four clinics. The staff are amazing their interactions with the residents go above beyond any other place I visited. The activities are fun and engaging. I would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on......Read more
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9.2
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36 reviews
9.2
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36 reviews
5 star
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8%
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0%
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My loved one was a resident at Dodge Park Rest Home and the overall experience was great for her at this facility. My experience with Dodge Park Rest Home was that they were a very reliable and honest...
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years......Read more
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Photo of Tatnuck Park At Worcester
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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27 reviews
5 star
67%
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33%
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I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,......Read more
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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5 star
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A few options of apartments available, spacious. Nice kitchens, baths, living rooms. It is a clean, active, and safe community to be in.
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.
The Willows at Worcester is a vibrant, full-service, resort-style retirement community offering you spacious, maintenance-free, independent living apartment homes and cottages; award-winning, chef-prepared meals; and abundant, on-site amenities. We have our own bank, spa, salon/barber shop,......Read more
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8.6
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7 reviews
8.6
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So on all categories I would give a 5. My mother loves being at Goddard House, her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff members and is very happy there. It is close to us, convenient to the area she...
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.
Warm and GraciousSenior Living in Worcester, MassachusettsAt Goddard House, you’ll live the independent retirement life you love, with supportive services available that provide just the help you need, when you need it.AmenitiesBeautiful grounds and gardens | Elegantly furnished community living......Read more
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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.
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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
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
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: 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.
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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.
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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: 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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Cost of independent living in North Spencer, MA

The average cost of senior living in North Spencer is $5,756 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include West Springfield, MA with an average of $4,420 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Spencer, MA vs. nearby cities

North Spencer, MA
$5,756/mo
$5,935/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Spencer, MA vs. the state and national average

North Spencer, MA
$5,756/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in North Spencer vs. other types of senior living

$6,712/mo
Independent Living
$5,756/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in North Spencer, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$8,586/mo
Studio
$6,345/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,735/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,572/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,150/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in North Spencer

Recent reviews for independent living in North Spencer

Cedarbrook Village at Ware

4.9
Welcoming front desk staff. Executive Director and marketing staff all pleasant and helpful. Answered all of our questions. Provided lots of details for us to consider. All the staff have smiles on their faces when they are working! Very helpful to residents and their families. Extremely clean ...
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Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Hampton Suites at Southgate in Shrewsbury, MA

5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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North Spencer independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Spencer independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Spencer, 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 North Spencer 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 North Spencer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Spencer, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
7.7%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.4%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in North Spencer 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 North Spencer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Spencer, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Spencer 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 North Spencer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Spencer, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
23.1%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.8%
40%
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Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Residence at Orchard Grove and The Gables of Fitchburg are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Spencer, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 12 independent living facilities near North Spencer, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in North Spencer, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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