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Best Independent Living in Lawrence, MA

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Jul 2024

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Massachusetts Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Avg. Monthly cost: $2,890
National average: $5,600
Monthly cost range: $694 - $4,187
National average: $3,400 – $8,200
Avg. Staff-to-Resident ratio: Unknown
National average: 1:6
Overview of The Berkeley Retirement Home and Nursing Center

Make your retirement dreams come alive at The Berkeley, a compassionate senior living community in Lawrence, MA, offering independent living and skilled nursing. Residents enjoy the privacy of their own studio apartment with a full private bathroom and access to personalized dining room meal service for three meals a day. Round-the-clock nursing care is provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Nursing Assistant (CNAs), offering residents peace of mind.

The community provides a welcoming environment where residents can discover new hobbies, meet new friends and maintain their independence with the help of convenient services and plentiful amenities. Residents live a convenient lifestyle with light housekeeping, laundry services and full pharmacy services. The activities team provides residents with a wide range of things to do including daily exercise, crafts, parties, entertainment, and daily religious services in our onsite chapel. At The Berkeley, residents enjoy a community that provides them plenty of opportunities to live a fulfilling life.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Lawrence, MA

What is the average cost of independent living in Lawrence, MA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Lawrence, MA is approximately $2,890. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Lawrence, MA?

Independent living in Lawrence, MA typically ranges from $694 - $4,187 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 1 independent living communities in Lawrence, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Lawrence, MA?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Lawrence, MA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Lawrence, MA?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.