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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Swift River, MA

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The cost of independent living in Swift River is about $4,151 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 192 options. Read 2044 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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Swift River Independent Living Facilities | 2044 Reviews

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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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My parents are being well cared for together in this great home. I could not find anyone who could take them together for their financial situation. They worked something out for us. The home is old mansion...
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.
Photo of Robinson Square Apartments
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.
Photo of Mary McClellan Guest Home
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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Sanderson Court is an excellent living community for Seniors. Rent is income based. The area is very safe. The apartments are well kept and roomy enough for an individual or couple. Management is responsive....
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: 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
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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: 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
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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: 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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Photo of Thurlow Terrace Apartments
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.
Photo of B'Nai B'Rith Parkview Apts
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: 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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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.
Our April Time Residential Care Home is conveniently located in the classic Manchester, Connecticut. Nestled among New England's picturesque scenery and quiet community, we pride ourselves on having an array of well-maintained apartments as part of our beautiful living community. We are known for...
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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.

Cost of independent living in Swift River, MA

The average cost of senior living in Swift River is $4,151 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,931 per month.

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

Swift River, MA
$4,151/mo

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

Swift River, MA
$4,151/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$5,627/mo
Independent Living
$4,151/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,675/mo
Studio
$5,649/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,599/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,483/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,174/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Swift River over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Swift River

Recent reviews for independent living in Swift River

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

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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Stonebrook Village at Windsor Locks

5.0
The vilage is a good place to live. Transition was a lot easier than expected because management and the staff go out of their way to help you adjust. Large apartments, very clean facility, many activities to choose from. Visited 3 other places in the area and Stonebrook had the best apartments ...
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Swift River independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swift River independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swift River, 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 Swift River 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 Swift River 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
24.8%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Swift River 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 Swift River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swift River, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.8%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swift River 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 Swift River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swift River, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
43%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.5%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.3%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.1%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.8%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.7%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.4%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.4%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
28.5%
33.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.9%
40.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.2%
47.4%
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Evergreen Crossings Retirement Community, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Suffield by the River are the top-rated independent living facilities near Swift River, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 192 independent living facilities near Swift River, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Swift River, Massachusetts are Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Suffield by the River and Eddy Hawthorne Ridge. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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