Sugar Hill Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Dalton, MA

Sugar Hill Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Dalton, MA

Overview of Sugar Hill Assisted Living

Combining the elegance of past architecture and modernity of the present, Sugar Hill sitting on 19 acres of land in Main Street, Dalton, MA, is a paradisal senior living community providing assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. With Georgian Revival-themed accommodations, seniors live gracefully and safely. Committed to delivering the highest standard of care and assistance, residents enjoy their golden years free of worry and household duties.

The community’s ethereal architecture was preserved for seniors’ amusement. Aside from the scenic architecture, seniors are encouraged to participate in fun activities for their enjoyment and wellness. Healthy and tasty meals are served to satisfy resident’s nutritional requirements and cravings. Sugar Hill promises a comfortable and safe community and empowers seniors to live confidently and maximize their full potential.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 42 Rank #158 / 176Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 158th out of 176 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #85 / 153Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 85th out of 153 assisted living communities we track in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
24 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #216 / 244Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 216th out of 244 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened2002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
29 units
Special Care
13 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.
Yes
Total beds
42 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(413) 684-9750
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near Sugar Hill Assisted Living

Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dalton's city center to Sugar Hill Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
The Cottages of Dartmouth Village
AL
MC
RC
Dartmouth
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 81
Rank #66 / 176
Yes43
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 45
Rank #182 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 153
NoNo
Sugar Hill Assisted Living
AL
IL
MC
Dalton
42
Facility 42
MA AVG 81
Rank #158 / 176
No13
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 45
Rank #216 / 244
Traditional (29), Special Care (13)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #85 / 153
YesNo

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Sugar Hill Assisted Living is located in Dalton, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Sugar Hill Assisted Living

Is Sugar Hill Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Sugar Hill Assisted Living has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How long has Sugar Hill Assisted Living been in business?

Sugar Hill Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Sugar Hill Assisted Living?

No, Sugar Hill Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

Does Sugar Hill Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Sugar Hill Assisted Living is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Sugar Hill Assisted Living have?

Sugar Hill Assisted Living has 42 beds.

Are there photos of Sugar Hill Assisted Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Sugar Hill Assisted Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Sugar Hill Assisted Living provide?

Sugar Hill Assisted Living offers Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care.

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