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The cost of independent living in Phillipston is about $6,245 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 237 options. Read 3464 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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.
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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.
Hunt Community is a Life Plan Community for active, healthy people aged 62 and better, located on 16 neatly landscaped acres near downtown Nashua. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, the charming campus features many newly renovated floor plans to suit varying lifestyles. With a...
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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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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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The facility is amazing! It's in an inner city neighborhood, but they have security and it is safe. The building is amazing! Once she runs out of private pay, she is eligible for state help. There is a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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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.
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The friendliness is good. The staff calls me all the time, and the interaction is good. The food is good. They have puzzles, Bingo and Dominoes. The value for the money is very good.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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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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.
Shillman House Shillman House is an independent living community that is located in Framingham, MA. This community is located in a beautiful area and is open to seniors who are looking for a caring home. Framingham is a part of Middlesex County and it offers much for residents and guests to check...
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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: Assisted Living
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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.
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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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.
In 1884, Glenmeadow was the first organization in Western Massachusetts to provide a safe place for seniors to live out their retirement years with dignity. Today, we continue to redefine retirement living by providing whatever people need to live a worry-free retirement. We provide the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to The Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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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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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: Assisted Living
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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
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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.
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The staff has been very good. The food is pretty good. The price is very affordable. My loved one is very comfortable, pretty content and happy to be there. I picked this community because the location is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Arbors is unique in that it is a third-generation family owned and run business with a well-established work ethic and the drive to make a difference in people’s lives. Fairness is of the utmost importance for family, pricing, staffing and residents. They work hard to provide a quality...
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: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of independent living in Phillipston, MA

The average cost of senior living in Phillipston is $6,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,248 per month.

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

Phillipston, MA
$6,245/mo
$5,667/mo
$5,920/mo

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

Phillipston, MA
$6,245/mo
U.S. national average
$4,123/mo

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

$7,296/mo
Independent Living
$6,245/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,152/mo
Studio
$6,901/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,857/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,137/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,857/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Phillipston over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Phillipston

Recent reviews for independent living in Phillipston

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

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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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and supportive staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including The Highlands, Heatherwood, and Giving Tree Senior Living. Residents and their families appreciate the efforts made to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for new residents, such as o ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Reviews for Keystone Commons, Atria Draper Place, and Holiday Birch Heights highlight the wide range of activities offered, including social events, entertainment, and educational opportunities. Residents often remark on the flexibility of the activity schedule, allowing them to choose wha ...
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Well-maintained and modern facilities. Throughout reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are consistent themes, with residents at Southwick Village, The Highlands, and Holiday Birch Heights noting the attention to detail in maintaining the interior spaces and grounds. The modern amenities, such as elevators and technology-enabled feat ...
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Consistent and transparent communication. Families value the ongoing conversations they have with community staff about their loved ones' care and well-being, as noted in reviews for Meetinghouse at Riverfront, Fairview Estates, and Holiday Birch Heights. The staff's availability and responsiveness to questions and concerns are ke ...
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Safe and secure living environment. Residents and families express appreciation for the sense of safety and security provided by the communities, such as Fairview Estates, Southwick Village, and Holiday Birch Heights. The security measures, including on-site staff and emergency response systems, give peace of mind and ensure ...
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Diverse dining options and quality meals. Reviews for communities like Holiday Birch Heights, The Highlands, and Cedarbrook Village at Ware frequently mention the importance of food and dining experiences to residents. The variety of meal choices and the accommodations made for dietary restrictions are valued, as is the quality an ...
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Phillipston independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Phillipston independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Phillipston, 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 Phillipston 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 Phillipston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.3%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
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31.7%
Vegetarian
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34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Phillipston 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 Phillipston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.2%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Phillipston 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 Phillipston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.1%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
29%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.4%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.8%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.4%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
56.8%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
60.1%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
35.7%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
40.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60.1%
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Summer Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Phillipston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 237 independent living facilities near Phillipston, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Phillipston, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Draper Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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