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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Whitcomb Summit, MA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Whitcomb Summit area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Whitcomb Summit. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Whitcomb Summit, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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5 reviews
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
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.
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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Our loved one has now passed but Brookdale Fillmore Pond were wonderful to her and our family. We felt that the community had a coziness and charm to it and we would absolutely recommend them to other...
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.
Are you ready for fewer chores and more adventures?At our senior living community set in the foothills of the Green Mountains, you can trade home maintenance for time for what you want to do. With three levels of care on one campus, including independent living, assisted living and memory care,...
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8.0
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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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Whitcomb Summit, MA
The average cost of senior living in Whitcomb Summit is $4,255 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of $3,508 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Whitcomb Summit
Recent reviews for independent living in Whitcomb Summit
Danforth Adult Care Center in Hoosick Falls, NY
5.0
For the level of care that they provide I think Danforth Adult Care is an excellent place, but it won't be the best fit for everyone. They are an assisted living facility, so if your loved one does not need to be watched closely and just needs some general assistance this is a very nice place. ...
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Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place in Pittsfield, MA
5.0
We are so grateful that A Place For Mom matched Mom with Wingate Residences. The staff was so helpful as we navigated entry and move-in, and answered our many many questions kindly and well. Staff from CNAs to food service to housekeeping and maintenance have been friendly and respectful. The ...
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The Arbors at Greenfield
4.8
It's a great experience. We picked this community, because of the good reputation and they are nice to deal with. It was close to me, and my daughter. I would recommend to others.
Whitcomb Summit independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitcomb Summit independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitcomb Summit, 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 Whitcomb Summit 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 Whitcomb Summit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whitcomb Summit, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.5%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitcomb Summit 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 Whitcomb Summit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whitcomb Summit, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitcomb Summit 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 Whitcomb Summit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whitcomb Summit, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
25%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sweetwood of Williamstown, Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place and Brookdale Fillmore Pond are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whitcomb Summit, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Whitcomb Summit, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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