The most populous state in New England, Massachusetts features a distinctive blend of natural beauty and treasures of U.S. history. The Berkshire Mountains in the western region are a convenient getaway for coastal residents around Cape Cod Bay, and the famously upscale islands of Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard sit just off the state’s southern shores. As one of the country’s original Thirteen Colonies, Massachusetts is rich with early American historic sites like Plymouth and Salem. Within Boston there’s the timeless North End neighborhood, along with popular tourist spots like the USS Constitution and the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum. The amount of variety within reach to those who call Massachusetts home makes the Bay State an exemplary retirement destination.
The median monthly cost of a care home in Massachusetts is about $5,500. However, the cost of living in a care home depends largely on location. Since the homes are private residences, costs are tied to real estate value and therefore may vary greatly.
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The day to day staff members and the residents are so friendly, warm and welcoming. However the nursing staff is not friendly at all, and do not express empathy towards the residents or other staff members. The meals are great and the dining staff is amazing. The activities director [name removed] is truly the best. He is fabulous and very caring.
Read moreMy dad was determined and prepared to remain in his Wayland home. He moved to Traditions of Wayland in December for a two month “respite”, not long after a bad fall and several broken bones required hospitalizations and weeks in rehab. When the Traditions Resident Care Director, came to his discharge planning meeting I knew he would be in good hands. [name removed]’s intelligence, compassion, expertise and kind sense of humor inspired trust and optimism. Her resident care staff are especially cheerful, responsive, respectful, skilled and kind. I look forward to seeing them whenever I visit. About halfway through his “temporary” stay at Traditions, my dad decided to become a longer term resident and now lives in a nice apartment furnished with his favorite belongings. He has developed friendships and relationships that are meaningful and bring a new kind of purpose to his days. I am continually impressed by the quality of care and assistance he receives. The staff is responsive, communicative, cheerful, thoughtful and dedicated. From welcoming and informative greeters at the front desk, to the kitchen staff and activity planners, administrators and maintenance staff, everyone is dedicated to providing a pleasant and meaningful experience for the residents. I am grateful and proud to feel part of the Traditions of Wayland community.
Read moreVery good staff for the most part. It is a good environment with a lot of bright people. The community is quite clean and have housekeepers on each floor. The staff is very friendly and knew my name immediately. The activities are good and they offer good off-community trips and normal on-site games and such. The value is probably on par with others here at Cadbury Commons. The community is very well run.
Read more50 North Mast Street, Goffstown, NH 03045
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The Villager is old-fashioned country living in the heart of Goffstown Village. We are an old Victorian home with a wrap-around porch for sitting and enjoying the fresh air. We have a beautiful solarium to dine in, socialize, or just read a book. We offer semi-private and...
... Read more46 Parker Station Rd, Goffstown, NH 03045
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The Inn at Parker Station is a residential care home that offers a family-style environment in the Hillsborough County, NH, city of Goffstown. Goffstown has slightly over 3,100 residents and offers a quintessential New England living experience. Founded in 1675. Goffstown was one of the first new...
... Read more381 E Broadway, Gardner, MA 01440
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35 N Lowell Rd, Windham, NH 03087
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Pine Hill Retirement Home is a small assisted living home offering a homelike atmosphere at an affordable rate. The quiet, safe, rural setting of Pine Hill is convenient to routes 93 and lll, shopping areas and emergency medical care. We offer an independent lifestyle with...
... Read more175 Berkeley Street, Methuen, MA 01844
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Halcyon House is located in Methuen, MA in Essex County. This residential care home provides the help that you are seeking in an area that is historical and beautiful. Those who spend time in Methuen enjoy checking out the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, Jay Gees Ice Cream and Fun Center, Riverside...
... Read more25 Woodland Rd, Stoneham, MA 02180
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704 Beaver St, Waltham, MA 02452
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The Dorothy Frances Home is an alternative living arrangement designed to meet the specific needs of the individual with Alzheimer's or other dementia's. It is not a nursing home, but rather a dignified, supportive community dedicated to making a very positive impact on the lives of those we...
... Read more215 South St, Northampton, MA 01060
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107 E Mountain St, Worcester, MA 01606
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82 Mechanic St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
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55 Garnet St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
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271 Church St, Clinton, MA 01510
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Route 12 Lower Main St, Claremont, NH 03743
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361 Court St, Keene, NH 03431
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5 Crescent St, Grafton, MA 01519
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148 Montague City Rd, Greenfield, MA 01301
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23 Mammoth Road, Windham, NH 03087
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72 S Main St, Natick, MA 01760
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159 Pine St, Florence, MA 01062
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486 Chandler St, Tewksbury, MA 01876
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The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $4,184 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Goffstown, NH with an average of $3,200 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:
Pine Hill Retirement Home, Pleasant Acres Rest Home and The Villager are the top rated care homes near Gardner, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 31 care homes near Gardner, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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