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Brightview Canton
Brightview Canton offers independent living, assisted living and memory care in Canton, MA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With three care levels in one community, Brightview Canton may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to another community.
The community has 65 beds. Housing includes studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A studio is a single private space, while a two-bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
Chef-prepared meals are served daily, and daily programs give residents scheduled activities designed to keep them active and engaged. A library and pub provide additional places for reading and gathering, while the pet-friendly policy allows residents to bring a pet. Short-term rehabilitation is also available for temporary rehabilitation needs.
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About this community
Inspection History
In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 5 citations 1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Massachusetts state average• Total citations (77% below)
• Citations per inspection (30% below)
Citations
| This Facility | MA Average | vs. MA Avg |
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Total citations
| 5 | 22.0 | This facility has 77% fewer total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (5 vs. MA avg 22).↓ 77% better |
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Citations per inspection
| 5.0 | 7.1 | This facility has 30% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (5 vs. MA avg 7.1).↓ 30% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MA Average | vs. MA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 21.0 | This facility has had 95% fewer total inspections than the Massachusetts average (1 vs. MA avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 95% fewer |
Katie A. is the Community Executive Director at Brightview Canton. She joined Brightview over 10 years ago, starting as a concierge and progressing through several community director roles. Katie now leads the community with extensive experience and a deep understanding of senior living operations.
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2.2 miles from city center
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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.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| Atria Longmeadow Place | AL IL MC | Burlington | 110
Facility
110
MA AVG
81
Rank
#22 / 176 | Yes | 13 |
53
Facility
53
MA AVG
45
Rank
#90 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MA AVG
22
Rank
#47 / 153 | - | Yes | No |
| Providence House Assisted Living | AL MC | Brighton | 102
Facility
102
MA AVG
81
Rank
#34 / 176 | Yes | 12 |
87
Facility
87
MA AVG
45
Rank
#20 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed | 22
Facility
22
MA AVG
22
Rank
#91 / 153 | - | Yes | No |
| The Residence at Boylston Place | AL IL MC RC | Chestnut Hill | 99
Facility
99
MA AVG
81
Rank
#39 / 176 | No | 18 |
78
Facility
78
MA AVG
45
Rank
#41 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#70 / 153 | - | No | Yes |
| Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle | AL MC RC | Boston (Brighton) | 84
Facility
84
MA AVG
81
Rank
#80 / 176 | Yes | 28 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
45
Rank
#22 / 244 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#9 / 153 | A | No | Yes |
| Brightview Canton | AL IL MC | Canton (Ponkapoag) | 65
Facility
65
MA AVG
81
Rank
#118 / 176 | Yes | 25 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
45
Rank
#182 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
MA AVG
22
Rank
#134 / 153 | - | No | No |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Brightview Canton is located in Canton, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brightview Canton
What neighborhood is Brightview Canton in?
Brightview Canton is in the Ponkapoag neighborhood of Canton.
Is Brightview Canton in a walkable area?
Brightview Canton has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
How long has Brightview Canton been in business?
Brightview Canton has been operating for approximately 10 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Brightview Canton?
Yes, Brightview Canton allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Brightview Canton operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Brightview Canton is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Brightview Canton have?
Brightview Canton has 65 beds.
Has Brightview Canton had any citations?
Brightview Canton has had 5 reported citations according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).
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