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Photo of Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place
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I'd like to qualify my opinions/experience rated earlier by saying this is based on the memory care unit, I can't speak about the assisted living side, nonetheless , I feel they are valid, maybe more...
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.
The award-winning Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place provides traditional Assisted Living and Memory Care. Located on a scenic hillside in Pittsfield, the Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place features bright and spacious common areas, beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. It’s a...
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Definitely a 5 you were absolutely amazing. This biggest challenge I'm having right now is dealing with heath care if your family is changing states.
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.
Devonshire Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire Mountains and situated on elegantly landscaped grounds, you'll love the peaceful serenity of Devonshire Estates while enjoying all the amenities of the nearby...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is there.
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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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Lenox Schoolhouse is doing a good job with taking care of the residents during Covid-19 and keeping things clean. The staff is remaining available as needed. Previous to Covid-19, they did have activities....
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.
Welcome home to Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments, The Berkshires’ newest 55+ Community. Our newly renovated studios and one bedroom apartment homes have been designed with you in mind. Our homes feature spacious, open layouts, sleek black energy efficient appliances, brand new cabinetry, plush...
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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.
Rosewood Assisted Living is situated in Pittsfield, MA, a city that is the heart of Berkshire County. This historic area offers much to those who are visiting their family members in the area, and it is a great place for residents to move to and call home. With lush, beautiful landscapes,...
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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
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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.
Our home was established in 1983. Our home’s configuration is two houses that were located side by side to each other and were connected in 1994 by a newly constructed building. Hence the name, Side By Side. We have thirty-six private furnished rooms and one two-bedroom apartment. This connection...
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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My mother in law has Alzheimer's and could no longer safely live alone. She had a difficult time leaving her home of 50+ years. She now has lived in Sugar Hill for months. She loves it and is so happy. She...
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.
Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is a recently restored mansion located on over 20 acres of manicured grounds in the heart of the Berkshires. We offer 24-hour personal assistance in a socially active, gracious residential setting. Our residents enjoy such amenities as beautifully appointed...
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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 Camp Merrill, MA

The average cost of senior living in Camp Merrill is $3,508 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hancock Shaker Village, MA with an average of $3,415 per month.

Independent living costs in Camp Merrill, MA, vs. nearby cities

Camp Merrill, MA
$3,508/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Merrill, MA, vs. state and national averages

Camp Merrill, MA
$3,508/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Merrill, MA, vs. other senior living options

$5,095/mo
Independent Living
$3,508/mo

Independent living costs in Camp Merrill, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,500/mo
Studio
$5,636/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,614/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,631/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,465/mo

Senior living costs in Camp Merrill 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: Camp Merrill, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCamp Merrill, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$3,508/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,074/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,095/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Camp Merrill, MA:$3,508/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Camp Merrill, MA:$5,074/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Camp Merrill, MA:$5,095/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Camp Merrill, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Camp Merrill 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Camp Merrill, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Camp Merrill 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Camp Merrill, MA$3,321/mo$3,679/mo-9.7%
Massachusetts$3,866/mo$3,591/mo+7.6%
National$3,169/mo$3,006/mo+5.4%
Camp Merrill, MA
2024 average cost:$3,321/mo
2023 average cost:$3,679/mo
Percent change:-9.7%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$3,866/mo
2023 average cost:$3,591/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,169/mo
2023 average cost:$3,006/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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.

What families are saying about independent living in Camp Merrill

Recent reviews for independent living in Camp Merrill

Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place in Pittsfield, MA

5.0
I would recommend them. They have a good community. We picked this community because, she liked it better. The other places were a little stuffy. The staff are very friendly and courteous.

Holiday Devonshire Estates in Lenox, MA

5.0
I think the staff is great. In the housekeeper, but cleans my room. I think is outstanding. She completes her task well communicates splendidly. And It's a very nice personal overall. I think all the help is very nice And helps as much as they can.

Louis F Payn Foundation in Chatham, NY

4.5
The Payn Foundation Home has been a great answer for our mom, who moved in two months ago. She still has her independence, but with the benefit of having a community surrounding her. It was just too lonely for her in her former home after dad passed away. The residence is nicely appointed, ...
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Camp Merrill independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Camp Merrill independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Camp Merrill, 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 Camp Merrill 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 Camp Merrill 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
10%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Camp Merrill 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 Camp Merrill communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Camp Merrill, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Camp Merrill 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 Camp Merrill offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place, Holiday Devonshire Estates and Kimball Farms, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Camp Merrill, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
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