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Assisted living costs in West Sterling average about $7,189 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 7 communities in West Sterling. Our detailed directory has 117 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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9.9
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49 reviews
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49 reviews
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A Place for Mom sent me a list of facilities in my desired area. We toured three. All were very good, but Residence at Orchard Grove stood above the rest. The facility itself has an open, modern design,...
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 Residence at Orchard Grove is a brand new monthly rental community in Shrewsbury. This luxury senior living community features independent and assisted living apartments along with a supportive neighborhood for those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.Featuring LCB's Everyday Gourmet dining...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
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22 Floor plans available
9.3
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34 reviews
9.3
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34 reviews
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35%
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My mother was only there for about 7 weeks and then she passed. It was a wonderful place and they were very good to her. We had friends and family going in at all different times and the staff was always...
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.
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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9.1
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42 reviews
9.1
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42 reviews
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Rooms in memory care were generous in size. Food well prepared. I would recommend for someone going into the regular resident part. More planned activities. Kitchenettes are nice.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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8.6
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27 reviews
8.6
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27 reviews
5 star
51%
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7%
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I have been very pleased with my sisters transition from an assisted living facility,. The staff is available Pleasant and caring. my sister appears calm and engaged. She is up early, showered and dressed...
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.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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The value is excellent and the staff members would be a ten out of ten. The care services at this community especially during this year have been extraordinary, and the activities are excellent. The rooms...
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.
Corcoran House is an assisted living community born out of the restoration of a historic schoolhouse in the middle of Clinton. Opened in 1998, the house features 42 apartments and features a staff of trained professionals.
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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, 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.
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Cost of assisted living in West Sterling, MA

The average cost of senior living in West Sterling is $7,189 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palmer, MA with an average of $5,973 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Sterling, MA vs. nearby cities

West Sterling, MA
$7,189/mo
$7,383/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Sterling, MA vs. the state and national average

West Sterling, MA
$7,189/mo
U.S. national average
$4,654/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in West Sterling vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,189/mo
$7,189/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in West Sterling, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$4,934/mo
Studio
$6,043/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,324/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in West Sterling over time

West Sterling, MAMA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in West Sterling, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in West Sterling.

What families are saying about assisted living in West Sterling

Recent reviews for assisted living in West Sterling

The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

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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Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA

4.5
Nice place, great people. The only downside to the place is the individual hvacs are old, and need replacement parts that apparently are very hard to get. So the heat is always on.

West Sterling review score based on 25 family reviews

9.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 7 West Sterling assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Sterling review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

West Sterling review score compared against nearby cities

9.0
West Sterling, MA7 facilities
9.1
Leominster, MA7 facilities
9.1
Fitchburg, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for West Sterling assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 25 reviews of 7 West Sterling assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare West Sterling resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
West Sterling, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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West Sterling assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in West Sterling that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Sterling, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
42.9%
52.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.1%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Sterling assisted living

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 West Sterling Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Sterling, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Sterling assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of West Sterling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Sterling, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.9%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.6%
15.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Sterling assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of West Sterling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Sterling assisted 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 assisted living communities in West Sterling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
41.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
30%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in West Sterling

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in West Sterling protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

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The Residence at Orchard Grove, The Gables of Fitchburg and The Oasis at Dodge Park are the top-rated assisted living facilities near West Sterling, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 7 assisted living facilities near West Sterling, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in West Sterling, Massachusetts is The Residence at Orchard Grove. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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