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10 Best Nursing Homes in Thorndike, MA

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We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Six Corners/Maple Heights, Metro Center and Quadrangle-Mattoon Street Historic District.
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for East Longmeadow provides quality healthcare to our community in a JCAHO-accredited facility designed for people who have complex medical conditions or are recovering from surgery or illness. Each resident receives ongoing healthcare assessments from our...
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SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation for Hadley at Elaine Manor prides itself on both innovative programs and traditional community values. Our 154-bed facility, opened in 1996, is one of a select group of skilled nursing facilities that has received the stringent JCAHO-accreditation for long-term...
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At Kimberly Hall North, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Salmon Brook, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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SunBridge Care & Rehabilitation for Holyoke provides services to help residents maintain independence and quality of life. We offer geripsychiatric and neurorehabilitation services and skilled nursing care. We also provide a full range of rehabilitation therapy and a postacute brain injury...
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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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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: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Heritage Hall North, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Heritage Hall South, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
We offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Northampton provides quality skilled nursing services and rehabilitation therapy for both short-term patients and long-term residents. Our patients receive the highest quality care through comprehensive interdisciplinary planning, excellent clinical practice,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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 Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of nursing homes in Thorndike, MA

The average cost of senior living in Thorndike is $6,546 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Easthampton, MA with an average of $6,160 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thorndike, MA vs. nearby cities

Thorndike, MA
$6,546/mo
$6,539/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thorndike, MA vs. the state and national average

Thorndike, MA
$6,546/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thorndike vs. other types of senior living

$6,295/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,546/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Thorndike, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,145/mo
Studio
$6,150/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,428/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,001/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,406/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Thorndike over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Thorndike

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Thorndike

The Atrium at Rocky Hill

4.4
My dad liked being at the atrium. I thought he would have received better health care, but I guess that's not what they do. My dad contracted shingles on his face, and it took a while to be treated correctly. Overall, it was a much better place than the nursing home he is in now.

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.

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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Thorndike nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thorndike nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thorndike, 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 Thorndike nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Thorndike that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
38.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.8%
10.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
75.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.2%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.5%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.6%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.2%
18.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Thorndike nursing homes

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 Thorndike Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thorndike, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.7%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thorndike nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Thorndike partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thorndike, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
42.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.2%
3.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Thorndike nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Thorndike communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thorndike, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
42.2%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
0.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thorndike nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Thorndike offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thorndike, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.4%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.6%
0.4%
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Colebrook Village at Hebron, The Lighthouse at Lincoln and The Residence at Orchard Grove are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Thorndike, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 413 nursing homes facilities near Thorndike, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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