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Overview of Bixby Brockton

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Brockton, MA, Bixby Brockton is an inviting community that offers independent living. The community has cozy and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents have a hassle-free living with round-the-clock maintenance, management, and laundry spaces.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With a variety of kitchen features, residents can prepare meals that best suit their tastes and dietary needs. Residents are also welcome to bring a cat to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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Overview of Serenity Towers at Brockton

Age gracefully at Serenity Towers at Brockton, a distinct 55+ community in Brockton, MA, offering independent living. Committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, the community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans. On-site maintenance and management are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun gathering spaces and plenty of wellness opportunities are available, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Residents also have easy access to a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants and shops nearby. Amenities include a library, a sun deck, and a spacious garage, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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Overview of The Lincoln

Experience the retirement of your dreams at The Lincoln, a distinguished 62+ community in Brockton, MA, offering independent living. A variety of sophisticated and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans are provided for residents’ comfort and safety. All utilities included, alongside 24-hour emergency maintenance and management, are available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends, especially with plenty of recreational spaces and thriving local shops nearby. Restaurants in the area also provide plenty of delightful options to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is a good option for those looking to downsize in their golden years.

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Overview of Fulton School Residences

Fulton School Residences in Weymouth, Massachusetts, offers independent living apartments in the restored former Alice B. Fulton School building. Independent living combines private home environments with shared property features for residents who do not require daily care routines.

Housing options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans that accommodate single occupants or couples moving together. Property features include a community room, a computer lab, and a pet-friendly policy for household pets.

Individuals seeking independent living options in Norfolk County can reach out to Fulton School Residences for leasing information or floor plan availability.

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Walnut Knoll

55 Walnut St, Foxborough, MA 02035
Overview of Walnut Knoll

Coming Fall 2025, Walnut Knoll offers an active 55+ community in the heart of Foxborough, Massachusetts. This optimally planned community consists of 141 one-bedroom apartments in two buildings, providing seniors with affordable, no-maintenance living. All apartments feature modern amenities such as fully applianced kitchens, quartz countertops, spacious closets, and walk-in showers, with utilities included to create a hassle-free lifestyle. The prime location of the neighborhood provides easy access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment at Patriot Place, as well as outdoor activities at Gilbert Hills State Forest and Gillette Stadium.

In addition to spacious apartments, Walnut Knoll fosters community through several resort-like amenities. Residents can enjoy a fitness center, pickleball court, putting green, community garden, and outdoor lounge areas with fire pits and grilling stations. The pet-friendly, smoke-free community also includes a dog park, electric vehicle charging stations, and resident events that promote well-being and socialization. Offering on-site professional management and 24-hour emergency maintenance, Walnut Knoll allows seniors the chance to live their best lives in a supportive, engaging environment.

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Overview of Highland Glen Apartments

Highland Glen Apartments offers independent living in Westwood, Massachusetts, for seniors age 62 and older and for people who are disabled. Residents have the privacy of their own apartment without daily care, with one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans to choose from. A one-bedroom suits an individual, while a two-bedroom can accommodate a couple or provide a separate bedroom for a companion.

Pets are welcome here. The fitness center offers a place to exercise on site, while the computer learning center, salon, private patios and balconies, and in-home washers and dryers add practical features to daily life. Wooded grounds at the foot of Twine Pill Hill provide the setting. Highland Glen Apartments may be a good fit for an older adult or disabled resident who wants an apartment with access to these on-site amenities and the option to live with a pet.

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Overview of Anthology of Millis

Tucked in a quiet and wooded setting in Norfolk County, Millis, MA, Anthology of Millis is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with personalized care plans featuring day-to-day assistance, supported by a team of caring and hardworking caregivers. With care team members available on-site 24/7, residents enjoy their peace of mind knowing that their care needs will be met.

Gracious, well-appointed private suites with a variety of senior-friendly floor plans are offered to provide residents with a living space that suits their needs. Residents are provided with a purposeful daily social, cultural and recreational calendar of activities to encourage engagement, stimulation, and socialization. Menus are supervised by a registered dietitian and prepared by in-house professional chefs, making sure residents enjoy nutritious and delicious meals that cater to their needs.

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Overview of The Residences at Highland Glen

The Residences at Highland Glen offers independent living in Westwood, Massachusetts. Independent living means private housing with community services and no daily care, making it a possible fit for someone who manages daily care independently and wants a private residence.

Residents can choose a one bedroom or two bedroom home. A one bedroom provides one private living space, while a two bedroom may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet when they move in.

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Overview of Fuller Village

Embrace a fun-filled retirement life at Fuller Village, a blissful senior living community in Suffolk County, Milton, MA, offering a spirited independent living experience. Aspiring residents are free to choose among the beautiful villas, cozy single-level apartment-style homes, and spacious apartments, for a residence that matches their lifestyle and needs. Here, everyone is provided a chance to do the things they’ve always wanted with ease and convenience of a maintenance-free lifestyle and plethora of on-site services and amenities.

The community makes sure residents are provided plenty of opportunities and spaces for a vibrant living experience with a wide array of inviting and convenient amenities. Residents of Fuller Village can take advantage of the wellness clinic, spacious activity room, a refreshing indoor heated pool, fully-equipped fitness center, and vibrant outdoor areas. The community also offers the convenience of complimentary transportation to local shopping centers, the Town library and Beth Israel Deaconess/Milton Hospital, to make sure residents are able to enjoy the finest things that the community and its surroundings has to offer.

Starting Price $3,625/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Independent Living in Canton at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Canton, MA. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Canton, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90