Best Assisted Living in Malden, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 2 assisted living communities in Malden, MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MA
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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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Atria Maplewood Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Malden
108
Facility 108
MA AVG 81
Rank #27 / 175
Yes19
81
Facility 81
MA AVG 45
Rank #35 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Shared Suite
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 152
NoNo
Davenport Memorial Home
AL
Malden (Malden Gaming District)
-No-
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 45
Rank #3 / 243
Single / Double Rooms-No-

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 analyzed for Malden. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Atria Maplewood Place

Atria Maplewood Place offers assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care in Malden, MA. In assisted living, residents keep an apartment while receiving help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving between care levels can happen within the same community. Atria Maplewood Place has 108 beds, with studios, one-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom apartments, and shared suites. These choices can accommodate one person’s private space or a layout for a couple or companion. The starting price is $3,995 per month, although that amount is not identified with a particular care level.

A Walk Score of 81 places the area in the very walkable range, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. The on-site restaurant offers table service and chef-prepared meals, and a bistro or cafe provides another place to eat. Residents can exercise in the fitness center or spend time outdoors in the resident garden. Pets are allowed. Scheduled activities include painting classes, yoga, a book club, social hours, karaoke, seasonal celebrations, art classes, and local excursions, offering regular ways to participate. Atria Senior Living is the owner.

Starting Price $3,995/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Davenport Memorial Home

Davenport Memorial Home is an assisted living community in Malden, MA, in the Malden Gaming District. It opened in 1946. Assisted living here includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while a resident lives in a single or double room. A double room can suit two people moving in together.

The area has a Walk Score of 97 out of 100, placing it in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car. Someone who no longer drives can still reach everyday destinations on foot, so Davenport Memorial Home may be a good fit for someone who needs daily support while retaining access to nearby errands. Dining includes family style meals prepared by an in house chef, with a choice of entrees at every meal. Residents can use the pool, salon and spa on site, while landscaped grounds and gardens provide outdoor spaces for time outside. Games, crafts, socials, entertainment and outings offer ways to pursue interests and hobbies, with transportation available for activities beyond the home. Religious services are available in the chapel, allowing residents to participate on site.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Assisted Living in Malden at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 89/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Malden, 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: 108The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Malden, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Malden, MA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Malden, MA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Malden, MA is approximately $7,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Malden, MA?

Assisted living in Malden, MA typically ranges from $6,800–$9,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Malden, MA?

Assisted living facilities in Malden, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Massachusetts?

Assisted living in Massachusetts supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Massachusetts?

Assisted living in Massachusetts is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover assisted living?

Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Massachusetts) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.