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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Brookfield, MA
If you’re looking for independent living in the Brookfield 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 Brookfield. 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 10 independent living facilities in Brookfield, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Six Corners/Maple Heights, Six Corners/Maple Heights and McKnight.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Worcester and Amherst.
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9.8
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39 reviews
When we took my dad to look at Cedarbrook Village. He was very apprehensive about the move. He’s 95 years old and he lived in his home for over 58 years. He finally made the decision to move in and in one...
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.
Now doing in person tours!Tucked into the verdant hills of the Pioneer Valley is the town of Ware, Massachusetts. Named the “Manour of Peace” in 1716 by its founder, John Read, Ware remains to this day a quiet town that embraces commercial and recreational growth without allowing it to impose on...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.4
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39 reviews
I have already recommended Eddy Pond East to someone .By the way, my mother was also at Eddy Pond West, I would also recommend them
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.
Brookdale Eddy Pond East is a premiere assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts. Our community has an ideal location off Route 20 and convenient to I-395 just minutes from grocery stores, banks, restaurants, shopping and three world-class hospitals. Auburn is a historic...
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9.3
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26 reviews
Memory unit is in same facility so if one spouse needs it the other can easily spend time together It is a lot of money, but my loved one seems well cared for.
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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9.0
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7 reviews
So on all categories I would give a 5. My mother loves being at Goddard House, her apartment is perfect. She loves the staff members and is very happy there. It is close to us, convenient to the area she...
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.
Warm and GraciousSenior Living in Worcester, MassachusettsAt Goddard House, you’ll live the independent retirement life you love, with supportive services available that provide just the help you need, when you need it.AmenitiesBeautiful grounds and gardens | Elegantly furnished community living...
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They truly care about the residents. From day 1 the staff has been very friendly, supportive, and accommodating. I'm also impressed by the lack of turnover of the staff - it's evident it's a great place...
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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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 Brookfield, MA
The average cost of senior living in Brookfield is $5,468 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Agawam, MA with an average of $4,215 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Brookfield
Recent reviews for independent living in Brookfield
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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The Reserve at East Longmeadow
5.0
this facility is one of the best out there. the cleanliness and friendliness of the staff are amazing. They were able to answer all of my questions without having to look up or ask and made us feel that they could meet all of Dad's needs. Would recommend, highly, based on the staff meeting all ...
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Keystone Commons in Ludlow, MA
4.6
It's a great place but it is so over the top expensive. I don't know how anyone can afford it for long and you really never know how long. Staff are great and the activities are fun.
Brookfield independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield 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 Brookfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookfield, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.5%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
28.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookfield 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 Brookfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookfield, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.5%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookfield 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 Brookfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookfield, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
45.5%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.5%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.5%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.2%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
45.5%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.2%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.5%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cedarbrook Village at Ware, The Residence at Orchard Grove and Brookdale Eddy Pond East are the top-rated independent living facilities near Brookfield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Brookfield, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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