Loomis Lakeside at Reeds Landing sits on 24 acres next to Lake Massasoit, surrounded by mature trees, gardens, and walking trails, so residents can take in peaceful views and enjoy the lush outdoors, and the main buildings look a lot like historic New England hotels, while the charming cottages offer independent living in a quiet, rural setting, and there's a campus center with assisted living apartments too, which means folks can pick from studios or one-bedroom apartments, each coming with set monthly rates that reflect the type of room chosen, and the community allows both cats and dogs for those who want a pet companion. The grounds have a village green for gatherings, indoor and outdoor common areas for visits or small events, and lovely paths for daily strolls, and the whole setup gives residents access to activities on and offsite, including art classes, woodworking, bocce, bridge, yoga, line dancing, gardening, brunches, music performances, religious services, support groups, and lectures, plus fun times like ping-pong, billiards, wine and cheese socials, Nintendo Wii, and breakfast gatherings like the men's breakfast, so there really is more than enough to do over the course of a week. There's a library, too, and cultural events and educational series linked with Springfield College, since the campus sits close by, meaning folks have the chance to keep learning or enjoy guest lecturers and join resident committees if they're interested in helping shape community life. Twain's Café provides a more casual bite, but there's also a formal dining room where chefs and meal planners serve nutritious, fresh meals that aim to save time and effort for everyone, and the staff tries to keep the menu both healthy and interesting, meeting various dietary needs.
Transportation is available for errands or doctor visits, with both complimentary and paid options, and there's always resident parking for those who still drive. Wheelchair accessible showers and full tubs, hospice and respite care, and aging-in-place options mean residents can get help as their needs change over time, and the property offers diabetic care, memory care with technology that helps prevent wandering, incontinence care, standby assistance for moving from beds to wheelchairs, as well as support for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Reeds Landing was the first accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community in western Massachusetts, holding CARF International accreditation since 2014 for both Continuing Care Retirement Community and Person-Centered Long-Term Care Community programs, which reflects standards for care, even though there's no guarantee everything's perfect. The community's run by Loomis Communities, Inc., set up as a non-profit, and focuses on a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment, with special efforts to reduce the off-label use of antipsychotic medication and to prevent falls. Staff include nurses, a doctor on call, visiting nurses and therapists, and a 24-hour awake team that responds to emergencies around the clock, plus help with daily care and health needs, including skilled nursing and on-site home care services, not to mention access to therapy services such as physical, occupational, speech, and podiatry for those who need them.
Reeds Landing has room for residents age 55 and older and lets them move easily from independent living to assisted living and then to skilled nursing care, with all services under one roof so care transitions are smoother, and seniors can stay in the same place even as needs change. The property supports maintenance-free living, so folks don't need to worry about yardwork or repairs, which leaves more time for socializing, volunteering, new resident support groups, religious and devotional activities, and just enjoying a slower pace in a natural, lovely setting by the lake, with all seasons visible right from the window, the porch, or a walk on the trails. Smoking's only allowed outdoors, and the grounds stay tidy and pleasant thanks to regular upkeep, so residents can expect a neat, comfortable, and friendly place to call home, with easy access to services they might need as age brings new challenges.
