Page 16 of Best Assisted Living in Massachusetts

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Other senior care options in Massachusetts:
Avg Monthly Cost: $9,610The average monthly cost across facilities in Massachusetts. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 54/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Massachusetts. 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: 86The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC( (Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)):
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.
The Residence at Bedford
AL
IL
MC
RC
Bedford
92
Facility 92
MA AVG 86
Rank #79 / 227
No26
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 54
Rank #298 / 438
Traditional (66), Special Care (26)-NoNo
Carleton-Willard Village
AL
CCRC(
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Bedford
179
Facility 179
MA AVG 86
Rank #8 / 227
No-
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 54
Rank #429 / 438
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments-No-
The Current South Shore
AL
IL
MC
RC
Weymouth (Brookfield Village)
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 86
Rank #131 / 227
Yes26
44
Facility 44
MA AVG 54
Rank #267 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-NoNo
Youville House
AL
MC
Cambridge (Ward Two)
-Yes-
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 54
Rank #17 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #89 / 178
No-
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Natick
-Yes-
65
Facility 65
MA AVG 54
Rank #174 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
No-
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
AL
MC
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 86
Rank #15 / 227
Yes-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 54
Rank #59 / 438
--No-
Neville Center at Fresh Pond
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Cambridge (Cambridge Highlands)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 86
Rank #40 / 227
No-
63
Facility 63
MA AVG 54
Rank #182 / 438
--No-
The Jewish Healthcare Center
AL
HC
HOS
NH
SNF
Worcester (West Tatnuck)
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 86
Rank #19 / 227
No-
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 54
Rank #404 / 438
--No-
Adviniacare Salem
AL
HOS
MC
NH
Salem
114
Facility 114
MA AVG 86
Rank #37 / 227
No-
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 54
Rank #149 / 438
--No-
Sunrise at Gardner Park
AL
MC
Peabody
55
Facility 55
MA AVG 86
Rank #177 / 227
Yes20
51
Facility 51
MA AVG 54
Rank #227 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-NoNo

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Overview of The Residence at Bedford

Nestled in the heart of Bedford, MA, the Resident at Bedford is an esteemed senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations with several floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a highly skilled and dedicated team, residents can receive round-the-clock assistance and support through its modern emergency call and safety systems. In terms of memory care, the community provides its thoughtfully designed Reflections Memory Care Program catering to the needs of those with cognitive conditions.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: gourmet meals daily, housekeeping services, laundry and linen services, maintenance and handyman, and complimentary transportation. Meet new companions in the bistro and entertainment spaces. Boost health and wellness by exercising at the fitness space. Engage in both on-site social activities and lifestyle technology to enhance learning and development. With the Resident at Bedford, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of Carleton-Willard Village

Experience the finest things in retirement living with Carleton-Willard Village, a non-profit community in Bedford, MA, dedicated to offering skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and assisted living. Residents enjoy utmost comfort and safety in their well-appointed accommodations with easy access to cozy common areas and amenities like their hair salon, auditorium, and the Victoria Café. Dedicated to helping residents live their best lives without worries, the community provides them with comprehensive care services, including daily living assistance, therapy services, and more.

Those living with memory conditions will thrive in a safe and secure environment with access to a multi-level activity program designed to give them enriching experiences that nurture their overall well-being. Dining is a cozy and satisfying experience in the community with its flexible dining options and well-prepared meals that suit residents’ individual dietary needs and preferences.

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Overview of The Current South Shore

Live the retirement of your dreams at The Current South Shore, an idyllic retreat nestled near the Bamboo Grove of Great Pond Nature Preserve in Weymouth, MA, offering independent living. Here, residents enjoy the utmost comfort, especially with luxurious and specially designed accommodations. Maintenance services are also provided, ensuring residents have more time to do the things they love.

Exciting events and engaging programs are conducted to keep residents active and socially connected. Delightful restaurants are also easily accessible, providing plenty of dining options that cater to residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents can enjoy their golden years without hassles amidst the community’s warm and friendly setting.

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Overview of Youville House

Youville House is a 95-unit assisted living and memory care community located at 1573 Cambridge Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Middlesex County, the facility offers studio and one-bedroom apartments ranging from 408 to 614 square feet, each featuring a private bathroom and kitchenette.

The community maintains a staff of 70 full-time employees and provides 24-hour staffing. Unlike many residential facilities, this location holds a Walk Score of 94, indicating that daily errands are accessible on foot. On-site features include a private garden, and pets are permitted.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the available source data. Because this information is not publicly listed in current records, families should request recent survey results directly from the facility.

Resident services include fitness and recreation programming along with scheduled transportation. Details regarding specific dining menus, staffing ratios, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data. Families are encouraged to ask for a full list of included amenities and payment options during a tour.

Assisted living or memory care in a highly walkable urban environment makes this a viable option for local seniors. Families evaluating Youville House should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current availability, and the full regulatory and inspection history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

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Overview of Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care

Situated in the welcoming community of Natic, MA, the Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care is a trusted senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. A wide range of cozy and beautifully appointed accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and companion suite are available for its residents. Having a trained and dedicated team, this community is committed to delivering a balance between freedom and senior care.

Experience its exceptional amenities and services including delightful and brain healthy chef-prepared meals, salon services, scheduled transportation services, and integenerational programming with adjacent child care center. Venture personalized wellness programs that fit to your endurance. Visit its museum and theater and participate in various excursions for continuing life enrichment. At Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.

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Overview of The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran

The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran is a nursing home offering assisted living, memory care, palliative care, residential care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Worcester, MA. Nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps their own apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and residential care provides daily support within a residential setting. Respite care offers a short stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, because moving between services can allow the resident to remain in the community.

The community has 150 beds. Total nurse staffing is 4h 23m per resident/day, representing the total daily hands-on nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted; Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay and private pay uses personal or family funds.

A Walk Score of 88 places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still reach shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, so residents may be able to keep a pet with them. Rehabilitation services, a Center for Short-term Rehabilitation, and outpatient rehab address both recovery periods and therapy that does not require an overnight stay, while the Hispanic and Latino Welcome Program and Veteran Welcome Program provide named programs for those groups. Ascentria Care Alliance owns the community.

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Overview of Neville Center at Fresh Pond

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, the Neville Center at Fresh Pond is renowned for its exceptional care services. With a track record of achievements, this facility offers a range of options including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and various recreational activities. Spacious rooms await residents, and the dining experience is of top-notch quality, complete with amenities that enhance the senior living experience.

Their guiding principle is a strong commitment to comfort and joy. Taking a holistic approach, they emphasize a pulmonary program and even have an in-house beauty salon. At the core of their offerings is the Ageless Grace program, designed to empower mature adults in their pursuit of health and happiness. Through this initiative, cognitive decline is addressed, and individuals experience renewed vitality, promoting the concept of neuroplasticity. The Neville Center is a place where comprehensive care, comfort, and well-being come together to enrich the lives of residents.

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Overview of The Jewish Healthcare Center

The Jewish Healthcare Center is at 629 Salisbury St in Worcester, Massachusetts; it’s a car-dependent neighborhood with a Walk Score of 12. The building holds 141 beds, and the profile lists nursing home, assisted living, home care, hospice care, and nursing care as part of what the facility offers. That is an unusually wide range of designations for a single address, which is worth verifying if the specific service type matters for a particular family’s situation.

The numbers that tell you the most about daily life here are the staffing and the length-of-stay figures. Total nursing care runs 4 hours and 28 minutes per resident per day, with registered nurses delivering about 26 minutes of that and nurse aides accounting for 2 hours and 39 minutes. The average stay is 72 days, just over two months. That is a short-stay profile, consistent with a facility organized around post-acute recovery and rehabilitation rather than long-term placement.

Occupancy sits at 91.8% in a 141-bed building, which means availability tends to be limited. Families planning a placement here should factor that into timing. Payment pathways include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, which lines up with the short-stay model where Medicare is often the primary payer on admission.

For adults stepping down from a hospital stay and needing structured nursing and rehabilitation support in Worcester, The Jewish Healthcare Center is a high-occupancy, multi-service facility built around that kind of transition.

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Overview of Adviniacare Salem

Adviniacare Salem is a nursing home in Salem, MA, that offers long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults can live comfortably. With round-the-clock nursing care, nutritious meals, and a wide range of care options, residents receive exceptional care to recover and return to their routines. Prioritizing residents’ holistic wellness, individualized care plans are also developed.

Card games, lectures, and trips encourage residents to explore interests and make friends. Accessible common areas, a library, and a cinema are among the well-maintained amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Restaurants, shops, recreation sites, and public transportation are also available in the area, providing residents with quick access to necessities and leisure. Committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, this nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Massachusetts.

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Overview of Sunrise at Gardner Park

Sunrise at Gardner Park is a warm and welcoming senior living community situated in Peabody, Massachusetts, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy a diverse array of amenities, programs, and the company of furry friends. The community provides safe, top-tier, resident-centered living, with room rates starting at $6,962 per month. Sunrise at Gardner Park’s dedicated team, including designated care managers and activities coordinators, is committed to creating a warm and positive environment for residents. The community’s pets quickly become beloved friends to many residents, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere. Sunrise at Gardner Park offers a packed daily calendar of activities, allowing residents to express themselves creatively, spiritually, or physically.

The community features on-site amenities such as a cyber café, spa, salon, and restaurant-style dining, creating a full-service living experience. Residents can stay active through walking and gardening clubs, while those with a passion for the stage can showcase their talents with the Drama Group. The community’s dining program offers delicious, well-balanced meals with a variety of choices and snacks available throughout the day. Conveniently located in Peabody, MA, Sunrise at Gardner Park is close to fresh seafood at Woodmans of Essex, cultural attractions like the North Shore Musical Theater and museums, and medical support from nearby hospitals.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Massachusetts

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 247 assisted living facilities in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Massachusetts?

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 Massachusetts, 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 assisted living facilities in Massachusetts?

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.