River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chicopee, MA

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chicopee, MA

Overview of River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls

About 1.4 miles from the city center, River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls is a 95-bed assisted living community at 7 River Mills Drive in Chicopee, Massachusetts. Built in 2019, it’s housed in a three-story building and offers three care levels: assisted living, memory care, and respite care, making it an option for seniors with varying needs.

The home houses 73 traditional units and 22 specialized care beds dedicated to memory support. Floor plans include studios, one-, and two-bedroom options to match different preferences and living situations. With a Walk Score of 67, the location is moderately walkable, so residents and visiting families can run some errands on foot, while most trips need a car. The facility’s physical spaces are tailored for function and comfort. Common areas comprise a game room, a garden room, and a backyard patio, spaces where occupants can gather, relax, and enjoy time with friends and family. The facility also maintains a fitness center, a library, and an on-site salon where residents can access grooming services without leaving the building. Private accommodations are well-appointed, and the dining program has nutritious meal options prepared for occupants. Daily services and programming keep residents supported and engaged. The home provides housekeeping and transportation services, so residents can attend appointments, run errands, or visit nearby shops without depending fully on family. Beauty services are offered on-site. A structured program of social and recreational activities and exercise programs gives occupants opportunities to stay active, build friendships, and maintain purpose in daily life. River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls isn’t co-located with a nursing home, meaning it serves residents needing help with daily living activities but don’t need skilled nursing care. Pets aren’t accommodated.

For families assessing the facility, touring it gives a real sense of the spaces, the staff, and how residents spend their days. The business hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., when the facility can be reached.-

Bed community size
95-bed community Rank #110 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th out of 276 homes in Massachusetts for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 67 / 100 Rank #185 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 185th out of 498 homes in Massachusetts for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
73 units
Special Care
22 units
Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Total beds
95 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Beauty Services

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Transportation Services

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicopee's city center to River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

Heritage Woods
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109
Facility 109
MA AVG 94
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No 18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #412 / 498
Traditional (91), Special Care (18)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
No No
River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls
AL
MC
RC
Chicopee
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
No 22
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed - No No
Mason Wright
AL
IL
MC
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90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
No 23
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #108 / 498
Traditional (67), Special Care (23)
33
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MA AVG 24
Rank #22 / 180
Yes No
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MC
RC
Longmeadow
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 276
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20
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MA AVG 53
Rank #419 / 498
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28
Facility 28
MA AVG 24
Rank #79 / 180
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East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living
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20
Facility 20
MA AVG 94
Rank #274 / 276
No 20
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 53
Rank #419 / 498
Special Care (20) - No No

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls is located in Chicopee, Massachusetts.
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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls

Is River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls in a walkable area?

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls?

No, River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls has a no-pet policy.

Does River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls have?

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls has 95 beds.

Are there photos of River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls?

Yes — there are 6 photos of River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls?

River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls is located at 7 River Mills Dr, Chicopee, MA 01020.

What is the phone number of River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls?

(413) 531-0995 will put you in contact with the team at River Mills Assisted Living at Chicopee Falls.

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