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Photo of Artisan at Hudson
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9.8
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I visited a friend in her modern and well arranged apartment. There were several windows and the natural light added to the setting. I found the numerous Common areas were inviting as well and people were...
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.
Artisan at Hudson - a great place to live the good life.We are owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by...
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9.3
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24 reviews
9.3
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24 reviews
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The place is beautiful the staff were excellent. It was a very nice place. My aunt was there for a year. She didn't like it. She ended up in a nursing home and she is thriving there. But, it has nothing to...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Residents at The Gables enjoy their spacious apartments in a quaint community with the affordability they deserve.The Gables of Fitchburg is locally owned and offers Assisted Living in the privacy of your own apartment.We offer deluxe studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms and two bedroom suites...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
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22 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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The room size is great. My mom has a 3 room unit. The food is just like a restaurant - choose off of a menu with 2 specials each meal. All meals are made to order. The staff is amazing-always, friendly,...
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.
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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9.2
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44 reviews
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It had a more homey/less clinical feel than some others. Also the location was convenient for us. Staff are all very friendly and competent.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is plentiful with different options. Mom has been there now for 2 months and is happy.
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.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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22 Floor plans available
8.6
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8.6
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What we like the most about Nashoba Park is that it is very clean, and easy to get around. The staff members are very friendly who really know the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...
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8.0
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8.0
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Everything was included. As my dad needed more help there was no extra charge. My dad had food allergies and the chef met with him personally and took his allergies seriously. When you rang the bell for help...
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.
We invite you to consider RiverCourt Residences for a parent, family member, or for yourself. RiverCourt Residences offers an unbeatable value and a distinctive lifestyle for seniors through custom-tailored options for independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's Care. This wonderful...
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The value is excellent and the staff members would be a ten out of ten. The care services at this community especially during this year have been extraordinary, and the activities are excellent. The rooms...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Corcoran House is an assisted living community born out of the restoration of a historic schoolhouse in the middle of Clinton. Opened in 1998, the house features 42 apartments and features a staff of trained professionals.
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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Cost of assisted living in Lancaster, MA

The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $7,414 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, MA with an average of $6,518 per month.

Assisted living costs in Lancaster, MA, vs. nearby cities

Lancaster, MA
$7,414/mo
$7,243/mo

Assisted living costs in Lancaster, MA, vs. state and national averages

Lancaster, MA
$7,414/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Lancaster, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,414/mo
$7,415/mo

Assisted living costs in Lancaster, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,466/mo
Studio
$6,691/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,604/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,203/mo

Senior living costs in Lancaster vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Lancaster, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLancaster, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,414/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$7,415/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,804/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Lancaster, MA:$7,414/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Lancaster, MA:$7,415/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Lancaster, MA:$6,804/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Lancaster, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Lancaster and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Lancaster, MAMA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Lancaster, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Lancaster have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Lancaster, MA$7,681/mo$7,018/mo+9.4%
Massachusetts$6,833/mo$6,505/mo+5.0%
National$5,200/mo$4,919/mo+5.7%
Lancaster, MA
2024 average cost:$7,681/mo
2023 average cost:$7,018/mo
Percent change:+9.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$6,833/mo
2023 average cost:$6,505/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,200/mo
2023 average cost:$4,919/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lancaster, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Lancaster.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lancaster

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lancaster

Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

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.

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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Lancaster review score based on 54 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 54 reviews of 9 Lancaster assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lancaster review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Lancaster review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
Lancaster, MA9 facilities
8.9
Leominster, MA7 facilities
8.9
Fitchburg, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Lancaster assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 54 reviews of 9 Lancaster assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lancaster resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Lancaster, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Lancaster assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Lancaster assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Lancaster that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lancaster, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.2%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.4%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lancaster assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lancaster Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lancaster, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.4%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lancaster assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lancaster partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lancaster, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lancaster, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster assisted 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 assisted living communities in Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lancaster, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
88.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.8%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lancaster

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lancaster protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Artisan at Hudson, The Gables of Fitchburg and Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Lancaster, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 9 assisted living facilities near Lancaster, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Lancaster, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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