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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Hampden, MA

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Photo of The Reserve at East Longmeadow
1616 Photos available
9.4
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66 reviews
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66 reviews
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It was more affordable than most others, clean and conveniently located. There seems to be a lot of turnover in administration and staffing issues in the food area causing long waiting.
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.
The Reserve at East Longmeadow is a new and exceptional assisted living and memory care community in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts. East Longmeadow is a beautiful city just outside of Springfield, one of the 'greenest' cities in the country with over 2,400 acres of parks. Springfield is also the...
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Photo of Holiday Bluebird Estates
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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43 reviews
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43 reviews
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I would give it a 5 for everything! My mother in law is in such a great place! Can't say enough of how wonderful the staff has been! Thank you for doing such a fabulous job in all areas! The staff at Blue...
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.
Bluebird Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Nestled in Old Bluebird Acres, our grounds were once a thriving apple orchard and Bluebird Estates' scenic landscaping reflects the picturesque beauty of bygone days. You'll love the quiet serenity of our...
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Photo of Ruth's House
77 Photos available
9.2
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27 reviews
9.2
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27 reviews
5 star
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
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Photo of Orchard Valley At Wilbraham
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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36 reviews
9.1
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The staff is very caring, and friendly makes you feel right at home like you are part of their family! The facility is on the smaller size which is perfect, much more individual attention . The food is...
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.
Orchard Valley at Wilbraham blends the best of assisted living with a small town atmosphere. Known for its working farms and annual peach festival, our community embodies close family ties, fond memories and lasting traditions. Just a short drive from Main Street in Wilbraham, MA, Orchard Valley...
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Photo of Keystone Commons
77 Photos available
8.6
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30 reviews
8.6
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30 reviews
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50%
4 star
33%
3 star
7%
2 star
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The bedrooms are bigger than the average in the industry. Handyman available to help with work within the apartment. Staff is very responsive to needs and questions.
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.
Keystone Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA.  Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live.  Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
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Photo of All American at Enfield Assisted Living
99 Photos available
8.2
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13 reviews
8.2
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13 reviews
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The overall experience was a life saver. We could visit her anytime yet it wasn't as stressful for everyone, and it was getting way too much for my father in law to handle. Most of the time the facility was...
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.
Find the level of care you deserve at All American Assisted Living in Enfield. With the help of our personalized lifestyles and a broad selection of services and amenities, you will live in comfort, ease, and grace.We offer Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.Our goal is to have...
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Photo of The Wellington at Springfield
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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161 reviews
8.0
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161 reviews
5 star
68%
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3 star
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4.5 on all categories. Since our loved one has been there, their balcony for their room has been completely rebuilt, and is now usable; floors in the main areas have been completely replaced and they enjoy...
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.
Be inspired to live life to the fullest when taking up residence at The Wellington at Springfield. Our Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Springfield, MA Sixteen Acres/East Longmeadow/Wilbraham line, enriches the lives of seniors by providing an environment that is...
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Photo of East Village Place
8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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26 reviews
5 star
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Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again.  Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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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.
Photo of Glenmeadow, a CCRC
55 Photos available
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 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, 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.
Reeds Landing Retirement Community is a member of the Loomis Communities, a not-for-profit organization which has served seniors for over 100 years. The only community in Western Massachusetts offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care under one roof, Reeds Landing...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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
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.
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.
Photo of Mark Twain Congregate Living
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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 Hampden, MA

The average cost of senior living in Hampden is $4,445 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,215 per month.

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

Hampden, MA
$4,445/mo

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

Hampden, MA
$4,445/mo
U.S. national average
$4,018/mo

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

$5,795/mo
Independent Living
$4,445/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,748/mo
Studio
$5,800/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,947/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,963/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Hampden over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Hampden

Recent reviews for independent living in Hampden

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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Hampden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hampden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hampden, 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 Hampden 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 Hampden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.7%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.7%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Hampden 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 Hampden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Hampden, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hampden 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 Hampden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hampden, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.3%
39%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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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 Hampden, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Hampden, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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

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