INDEPENDENT LIVING IN WESTBOROUGH, MA

We take care of the details so you can live the good life. Learn how independent living in Westborough, MA, can elevate your lifestyle.

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Discover endless possibilities for a fulfilling lifestyle and unwind in the company of new friends

EXPERIENCE INDEPENDENT LIVING TAILORED TO YOU

Whether you’re seeking vibrant social connections, enriching activities or simply the freedom to pursue your passions, The Highlands provides the perfect backdrop for your unique lifestyle.

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Stay Active and Engaged

Our diverse daily activities and events calendar provides opportunities to participate in the arts, learn new skills, try out new fitness classes and travel to domestic and foreign locations.

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Enjoy Delicious Dining Options

Our executive chef and culinary team prepare fresh, homemade dishes from scratch three times each day.

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Relax and Socialize With Friends

We provide numerous, purposefully designed areas to relax and enjoy a puzzle, a book, a cup of coffee or a conversation with a new friend.

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Convenient Services and Transportation

With weekly housekeeping, linen service and convenient transportation at your service, every aspect of your daily living experience is seamlessly elevated to suit your needs.

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LIVE THE RETIREMENT LIFESTYLE YOU’VE DREAMED OF

Community life makes it easy to stay connected and socially engaged. The Highlands residents enjoy individual and group recreational activities with friendly, like-minded people. Located in a picturesque part of Westborough, Massachusetts, The Highlands is located close to shopping, dining, health services and other in-town attractions. Choose a spacious, pet-friendly studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment at all-inclusive pricing with no buy-in fee or long-term lease. Your days will be free, independent and filled with whatever level of activity you prefer.

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HISTORIC CHARM AND SMALL-TOWN CLOSENESS

The 100th town incorporated in Massachusetts, “Westboro’s” historic past stretches back to 1717 and has grown from its rural roots to an engaging and vibrant area with easy access to both Boston and Worcester. Residents love to explore the quaint local shops, enjoy the delightful water activities at Lake Chauncy, and explore the Assabet Reservoir or Westborough Charm Bracelet hiking trail. Westborough is an ideal Central Mass location, the perfect combination of small town charm and big city amenities.

Resident transportation services

GET WHERE YOU NEED TO GO

The Highlands Gracious Retirement Living resident transportation services are ready to take you to your destination.

Do you have an appointment or somewhere fun to go? Come and meet our bus driver and see how we can help! Enjoy coffee and cookies while our driver takes you to all your scheduled appointments, shopping and other fun outings. Never visited us before? Call today and our bus driver will pick you up in our comfortable bus for a complimentary meal and personal tour of our beautiful community. We would love for you to meet our wonderful residents and live-in management team!

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Hawthorn Resident Travel Program

VACATION WITH THE COMFORT OF HOME

As a Hawthorn Senior Living community resident, you have the opportunity to visit over 70 communities across the U.S.

We know that as happy and as comfortable as you are in your home, you may want to get out and explore new places. With over 70 communities across the U.S., you can have all the comforts of home while enjoying the pleasures of a vacation. As a current resident of a Hawthorn community, you are eligible to take part in our unique travel program which allows you to stay up to seven nights per visit* in a comfortable guest suite. This also includes your meals and participation in programs and activities — all at no additional expense. When you take advantage of our Resident Travel Program.

*Based on availability

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