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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Chelmsford, MA

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 27 independent living facilities in Chelmsford, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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: 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.
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Chelmsford, MA

The average cost of senior living in Chelmsford is $6,697 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leominster, MA with an average of $5,766 per month.

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

Chelmsford, MA
$6,697/mo
$6,744/mo

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

Chelmsford, MA
$6,697/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$7,185/mo
Independent Living
$6,697/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,164/mo
Studio
$6,097/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,549/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,318/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Chelmsford over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Chelmsford

Recent reviews for independent living in Chelmsford

Putnam Farm at Danvers

4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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The Residence at Melrose Station

5.0
My mom is doing great at The Residence at Melrose Station! The staff are taking very good care of her. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families! It is not cheap but it is worth the money.

Chelmsford independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chelmsford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.9%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
48.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.9%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.7%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
48.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.4%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chelmsford, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
63%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40.7%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
63%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
59.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
63%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
37%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.7%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.3%
40%
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Atria Marland Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Chelmsford, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 27 independent living facilities near Chelmsford, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Chelmsford, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Summer Place and Maplewood at Weston. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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