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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 26 independent living facilities in West Springfield, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Chicopee or North Agawam.
Types of care available in West Springfield, MA
Independent Living
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.
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 and well maintained facility. Bright and up to date environment. Wish we made the move sooner.
They were very friendly and caring-my father enjoyed it while he was there!!! Always willing to answer any questions I had!! We have a great experience there
136 Wilson St, Ludlow, MA 01056
The average cost of senior living in West Springfield is 4,419 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pittsfield, MA with an average of 3,507 per month.
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.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
An Independent Living Community provides residents the opportunity to live active lives while assuring their fundamental needs are being fulfilled. Residents may continue to live their lives as they see fit while their meals are prepared by a professionall chef, housekeeping and laundry duties are taken care of by staff, and social activities are organized and scheduled. Along with their daily needs being met, residents can enjoy an opportunity to be among peers, surrounded by others of similar age groups and backgrounds. Typically consisting of a private living space and a full kitchen, these communities offer homes with many of the amenities of apartment life but without the hassle. Guests can be invited over and entertained, and there will be more time to spend with them with the basic maintenance of daily tasks out of the way. While policies differ between locations, numerous residences allow pets as well. If medical or nursing support is desired, residents may always enlist the services of independent care providers. There are a number of expenditures and benefits to consider when deciding on an independent living community. It is important to figure out if these services are covered in the care plan: cable TV, housekeeping, private phone, wellness program, move-in fee, parking, transportation, and meals. The benefits and amenities associated with independent living include golf course, security guards, private rental hall, laundry service, beauty salon & barber shop, restaurant-style dining hall, healthcare center, and concierge services.
West Springfield has a population density of 1,351 people per square mile.
In total, Massachusetts has 78 general hospitals and 129 health centers that provide care for 6,941,273 citizens. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Cape Cod Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and New England Baptist Hospital. Overall, Massachusetts ranks 8th in quality of life and 2nd in healthcare compared to other US states. Out of a national average of 100, Massachusetts has a cost of living index rating of 134, a grocery index rating of 114, and a housing index rating of 170. The natural beauty of Massachusetts is ranked 26th in the nation.
In terms of diversity, Massachusetts ranks 16th in the nation and is considered very LGBTQ friendly. In Massachusetts, 30% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 39. In the most recent presidential election, 33% of Massachusetts residents voted Republican and 60% voted Democrat. Twenty-three percent of Massachusetts residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 4,200 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-3%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-9%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. In Massachusetts there are 27 masonic lodges.
During the winter, the average temperature in Massachusetts drops to around 28F. During the winter, the average high temperature peaks at around 45F during the month of January. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 7F during the month of December. During the summer, the average temperature in Massachusetts is around 68F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 85F during the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 50F in the month of June. The most precipitation occurs in May with an average of 6.10 inches of precipitation a month. On average, the state receives 4.04 inches of precipitation a month. The average air quality index rating in Massachusetts is 38.9 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 47.5 AQI. The average humidity across the state is 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 71% in the month of December. While residents of Massachusetts mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Massachusetts can include hurricanes, earthquakes (moderate), and and tornadoes.
The state of Massachusetts has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of eastern red cedar, butterfly weed, American linden, and eastern hemlock. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the blue flag, the cut leaf coneflower, the cardinal flower, or the spotted geranium. The state animal of Massachusetts is the woodchucks.
Colebrook Village at Hebron, Cedarbrook Village at Ware and Elmbrook Village at Bozrah are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Springfield, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 26 independent living facilities near West Springfield, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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