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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Norton, senior citizen apartments in Norton might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Norton and consider their options. With 55 senior rentals in Norton, MA, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Norton 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Norton, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Brockton, Brockton or Norton Center.
Types of care available in Norton, MA
Senior Apartments
I would say that the leaders and staff know their jobs, and do make an effort to provide a comfortable environment for the residents. It appears to be best suited to residents who have some degree of autonomy. Seems a little pricey now since new management took over a few months ago and prices increased.
In 2019, after many years of living in our four-bedroom, three-bathroom home by ourselves, my wife, [name removed], and I decided to sell our home. Our four children had moved out many years before. Because we didn't know what to do, we decided to rent for a year and check out different options. My wife's friend recommended Residences at Highland Glen. Her mother had lived her last five years here and they both loved it. In January, 2020, Covid hit when we were in Florida. When we came home, with everything shut down, we decided to sign up for another year through June 2021. We since have decide to stay here. We love it here. [name removed], the manager, is wonderful and very efficient.[name removed], the maintenance man, is great and answers every call in a prompt and professional way. Thank you.
245 Elliott St., Beverly, MA 01915
260 Grove St, Paxton, MA 01612
260 Grove St, Paxton, MA 01612
1 River Place, Lowell, MA 01852
1 River Place, Lowell, MA 01852
The average cost of senior living in Norton is 2,146 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ocean Bluff-Brant Rock, MA with an average of 1,795 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.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
The overall cost of living is a motivating factor when determining which care choice works for your family. Monthly, the median rent in Norton is $1,809 and the median home value for Norton is $326,648. The rent burden for Norton is about 19.6% of the average person’s monthly income.
Currently, the population of Norton consists of 19,515 people. Norton has a population density of 270 people per square mile. Of the population of Norton 40.2% have a college degree, 26.5% have a high-school diploma, and 13.8% have a graduate degree. Demographically, Norton is 92.8% white, 2.0% Asian, 2.3% Hispanic, 3.2% black, 0.5% other or not specified, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 1.3% mixed race, and 0.2% Native American. In Norton, 7.0% of the population are veterans. Based on gender, 51.2% are female and 48.8% are male. The median age of Norton is 41 years old. In Norton, 5.6% live in poverty, 11.1% have some form of disability, 2.4% do not have health insurance, and 3.7% consider themselves widows.
The quality of life enjoyed by the average Massachusetts citizen is ranked 8th nation-wide. Additionally, Massachusetts is ranked 2nd by healthcare standards. In terms of resources, Massachusetts has a cost of living index of 133.8, a grocery index rating of 113.9, and a housing index rating of 170.3. These index ratings are based on a system where 100 is considered the national average and anything above 100 is considered more expensive than said average. Based on natural beauty, Massachusetts ranks 26th in the nation. There are 78 general hospitals and 129 health centers that provide care for 6,941,273 Massachusetts residents. The three highest ranked hospitals in Massachusetts are Cape Cod Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, and New England Baptist Hospital.
In Massachusetts, 30% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 39. The state of Massachusetts ranks 16th in the country for diversity and the state is considered very LGBTQ friendly. Twenty-three percent of Massachusetts residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 4,200 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-9%, Mainline Protestant-10%, and Historically Black Protestant-2%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-3%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Massachusetts there are 27 masonic lodges. During the latest presidential election, 33% voted for the Republican candidate while 60% voted for the Democratic candidate.
The average temperature in the summer rises to around 68F. The average high summer temperature is around 85F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 50F during the month of June. 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. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 7F in the month of December. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of May at around 6.10 inches. On average, the state receives 4.04 inches of precipitation a month. On average, Massachusetts has an air quality index rating of around 38.9 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 47.5 AQI. On average, the humidity rating for Massachusetts is around 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 flowering dogwood, American beech, sycamore, and white spruce. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the obedient plant, the blue flag, the cardinal flower, or the lanceleaf coreopsis. The state animal of Massachusetts is the woodchucks.
Residences at Highland Glen, Westwood Glen Common and The Ledges are the top-rated senior apartments near Norton, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 55 senior apartments near Norton, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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