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zipAveragecost: $4,179

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What we like the most about Sweetwood of Williamstown is the coordination and communication with the family members. We would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had so...
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.
Sweetwood of Williamstown is a vibrant independent living community located in Williamstown, Massachusetts, facing the beautiful mountains of the Berkshires. With its wide range of multigenerational events, educational offerings, fitness, and cultural activities, it attracts and engages a...
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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 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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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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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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Cost of independent living in Renfrew, MA

The average cost of senior living in Renfrew is $4,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,508 per month.

Independent living costs in Renfrew, MA, vs. nearby cities

Renfrew, MA
$4,179/mo

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

Renfrew, MA
$4,179/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Renfrew, MA, vs. other senior living options

$4,399/mo
Independent Living
$4,179/mo

Independent living costs in Renfrew, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,500/mo
Studio
$5,500/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,391/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,126/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,000/mo

Senior living costs in Renfrew 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: Renfrew, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRenfrew, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Independent Living$4,179/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,399/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,399/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Renfrew, MA:$4,179/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Renfrew, MA:$4,399/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Renfrew, MA:$4,399/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Renfrew, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Renfrew 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 Renfrew, MA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Renfrew 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
Renfrew, MA$5,652/mo$5,722/mo-1.2%
Massachusetts$3,601/mo$3,178/mo+13.3%
National$2,812/mo$2,804/mo+0.3%
Renfrew, MA
2024 average cost:$5,652/mo
2023 average cost:$5,722/mo
Percent change:-1.2%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$3,601/mo
2023 average cost:$3,178/mo
Percent change:+13.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,812/mo
2023 average cost:$2,804/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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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 Renfrew

Recent reviews for independent living in Renfrew

Brookdale Fillmore Pond in Bennington, VT

4.0
We have been generally pleased. We haven't been here long enough to participate in activities. The few residents we've met are friendly. We've only had dinners but have been pleasantly surprised with the quality of the food. I wish there was a fitness room, a workshop, and an indoor pool, ...
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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.

Renfrew independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Renfrew independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Renfrew, 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 Renfrew 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 Renfrew 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
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Renfrew 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 Renfrew communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Renfrew, 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
20%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Renfrew 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 Renfrew offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Renfrew, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
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
40%
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
40%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
47%
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