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Compare Assisted Living around Massachusetts
The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
| The Commons in Lincoln | AL IL MC NH SNF | Lincoln | 32
Facility
32
MA AVG
94
Rank
#268 / 276 | Yes | - |
5
Facility
5
MA AVG
53
Rank
#485 / 498 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | No | - |
| Hebrew SeniorLife | AL HC HOS IL MC NH PC SNF | Boston (Roslindale) | 50
Facility
50
MA AVG
94
Rank
#232 / 276 | No | - |
38
Facility
38
MA AVG
53
Rank
#324 / 498 | - | - | - | No | - |
| Brookdale Attleboro | AL MC | Attleboro (Brookdale Attleboro) | 130
Facility
130
MA AVG
94
Rank
#47 / 276 | Yes | 21 |
18
Facility
18
MA AVG
53
Rank
#428 / 498 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| River Falls Senior Living | AL NH IL | Fall River | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
94
Rank
#125 / 276 | No | - |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
53
Rank
#24 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
24
Rank
#153 / 180 | - | Yes | No |
| Brookdale Cushing Park | AL IL MC | Framingham (Emeritus At Farm Pond) | 100
Facility
100
MA AVG
94
Rank
#94 / 276 | Yes | 22 |
23
Facility
23
MA AVG
53
Rank
#395 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| Brookdale Cape Cod | AL MC | Hyannis | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
94
Rank
#156 / 276 | Yes | 20 |
32
Facility
32
MA AVG
53
Rank
#351 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | Yes | No |
| Charter Senior Living of Danvers | AL MC RC | Danvers | 114
Facility
114
MA AVG
94
Rank
#72 / 276 | Yes | 24 |
23
Facility
23
MA AVG
53
Rank
#395 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran | AL MC NH PC RESC RC SNF | Worcester (Central Business District) | 150
Facility
150
MA AVG
94
Rank
#29 / 276 | Yes | - |
88
Facility
88
MA AVG
53
Rank
#63 / 498 | - | - | - | No | - |
| Brookdale Eddy Pond | AL MC | Auburn | 103
Facility
103
MA AVG
94
Rank
#91 / 276 | Yes | 35 |
16
Facility
16
MA AVG
53
Rank
#438 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| Wingate Residences at Needham | AL MC | Needham (Needham Heights) | 91
Facility
91
MA AVG
94
Rank
#123 / 276 | Yes | 22 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
53
Rank
#228 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 39
Facility
39
MA AVG
24
Rank
#13 / 180 | B- | No | Yes |
| The Jewish Healthcare Center | AL HC HOS NH SNF | Worcester (West Tatnuck) | 141
Facility
141
MA AVG
94
Rank
#37 / 276 | No | - |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
53
Rank
#455 / 498 | - | - | - | No | - |
| Evans Park at Newton Corner | AL MC RC | Newton (Newton Corner) | 112
Facility
112
MA AVG
94
Rank
#76 / 276 | Yes | 17 |
82
Facility
82
MA AVG
53
Rank
#108 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
24
Rank
#27 / 180 | C- | No | No |
| Pond Home | AL RESC | Wrentham | 43
Facility
43
MA AVG
94
Rank
#250 / 276 | No | - |
15
Facility
15
MA AVG
53
Rank
#443 / 498 | - | 38
Facility
38
MA AVG
24
Rank
#15 / 180 | A+ | No | - |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill | AL MC RC | Franklin (Forge Hill Road) | 97
Facility
97
MA AVG
94
Rank
#107 / 276 | Yes | 16 |
39
Facility
39
MA AVG
53
Rank
#319 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | No | No |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings | AL MC RC | Leominster | 62
Facility
62
MA AVG
94
Rank
#204 / 276 | Yes | 17 |
35
Facility
35
MA AVG
53
Rank
#335 / 498 | Studio | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | Yes | No |
Peacefully set in the neighborhood of Tewksbury, MA, Avita of Newburyport is an excellent senior living community that specializes in assisted living and memory care services. Catering to those who need extra care and assistance with their daily living activities or extensive memory support services, the community provides a dependable team of care experts to care for residents. Residents are provided with cozy and inviting residences that are designed with their unique lifestyle and safety needs in mind, guaranteeing a serene living environment.
A vibrant range of activities are offered to keep residents active and engaged for a fulfilling and rewarding living experience. A talented team of chefs carefully curates residents’ menus and prepares their meals using the freshest ingredients for an enjoyable dining experience. At Avita of Newburyport, residents are sure to enjoy a purposeful retirement experience that they can be proud of.
Discover an exceptional living experience at Prosper at Monastery Heights, located in the vibrant neighborhood of West Springfield, MA. The community offers assisted living, respite/short-term stays, and a specialized program for memory care. Set on 18 acres of magnificent grounds, residents can choose from one-bedroom and studio apartments. While living independently, they benefit from a supervised setting with care programs and activities designed to help those with Alzheimer’s or dementia lead fulfilling lives in a safe environment.
Prosper at Monastery Heights features a range of amenities to ensure comfort and well-being, including community rooms, a country store, and a historical dining room. Residents can enjoy beautiful grounds, large windows, walk-in showers, a country kitchen, a full-service salon, and a private chapel. The program also includes secure outdoor areas, hourly safety checks, music and aromatherapy, and special meal preparations to accommodate dietary needs. Every day is filled with activities geared towards creating a sense of purpose, success, and independence. At Prosper Life Care, seniors are guaranteed a blissful retirement.
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.
Live your golden years away from stress and worries in The Residence at Natick South, an excellent community in Natick, MA that provides various levels of care. The community ensures residents have everything they need to live comfortably by offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care on one campus. Residents here are provided with compassionate care and assistance with their daily living activities, personal care, and medication management for a comfortable and convenient living experience.
Those living with the challenges of memory loss are guaranteed to receive top-notch care from the community’s National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE) certified caregivers. An enriching array of activities is also offered to give residents the opportunities they need to maintain their mental and physical well-being. Residents also enjoy the convenience of having chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and laundry services for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking comfort or enriching experiences, you’ll find everything you need in The Residence at Natick South.
The Cordwainer is a 54-bed memory care and assisted living community located at 555 Cordwainer Drive in Norwell, Massachusetts. Serving older adults on Boston’s South Shore in Plymouth County, the facility is family-owned and was designed specifically for dementia care.
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.
The community operates a cognitive therapy program and offers respite care for short-term stays. Specific details regarding staffing levels, dining programs, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour. On-site amenities and payment options are also not publicly listed in current records.
Situated in Norwell, the facility suits families seeking specialized memory care in a residential setting on the South Shore. Families evaluating The Cordwainer should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.
Sunrise of Cohasset is a senior living community located less than a mile from the South Shore coastline in Cohasset, Massachusetts. The community provides a personalized, hassle-free lifestyle where residents can pursue hobbies, enjoy passions, and connect with friends, with room rates starting at $4,773 per month. Sunrise of Cohasset is committed to providing personal and customized care that evolves as residents’ needs and preferences change. The community offers a broad range of services, ensuring that residents can stay in a familiar environment as they transition through life’s stages. Sunrise of Cohasset’s activities program takes advantage of its prime location, with many off-site trips incorporating outdoor activities and outings to surrounding communities.
The community offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice care coordination, along with a full range of on-site primary care physicians, podiatrists, psychiatrists, dentists, and pharmacies. Residents can request new meal options at monthly resident council meetings, which become the chef’s special. Sunrise of Cohasset is noted for customer satisfaction and has been recognized with a Bronze National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL. The community is situated on King Street with easy access to the commuter rail and routes 139 and 228, offering the charm of a small New England town with city perks, such as The Derby Street Shoppes for shopping, dining, and movies, as well as easy access to live theater, concerts, seaside lunches, and boat tours from the Hingham Shipyard. Medical support is provided by South Shore Hospital and Jordan Hospital.
Located in Springfield, Massachusetts, Golden Heart Home Healthcare LLC is firmly committed to providing exceptional care services to the elderly and disabled members of the community. They offer comprehensive services, including homemaking assistance, companionship, personal care, transportation, respite care, healthcare staffing, medical care services, and adult foster care.
Golden Heart Home Healthcare’s goal is to ensure that clients can enjoy a happy and independent life in the comfort of their own homes while benefiting from the premium care delivery services offered by their dedicated team of highly skilled professionals and paraprofessionals. With a commitment to excellence, they are more than just a care provider; they are a trusted partner on the journey to improved client well-being and independence. Discover where care meets compassion, empowering individuals to age with dignity and grace.
Welch Senior Living has been part of Rockland, Massachusetts since 1949. That’s more than 75 years, family-owned the whole time, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care at 1050 Hingham Street. Housing comes in one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts.
The area is somewhat walkable; the walk Score sits at 39, so a few errands are doable on foot, but most trips still need a car. Care runs on a full daily rhythm: respite stays for short-term needs, therapy and rehabilitation, and 24-hour staffing from licensed nurses and CNAs. Meals are chef-prepared and served daily in a social setting, not just functional. Life-enrichment activities and on-site fitness and recreation fill out the rest of the schedule.
One detail stands out for independent living residents specifically: a choice between cooperative ownership and monthly rental. That’s not the norm everywhere, and it gives residents more control over how they structure their stay.
On the leadership side, Thomas Nolan handles HR policy and employee benefits for Welch Senior Living, though his main role is running a sister community, Allerton House at Central Park in Weymouth, backed by 35-plus years in senior living management.
Put together, this is a long-running, family-owned South Shore community built around flexible independent living options and a steady daily rhythm of care, dining, and activity, with more than seven decades behind how it runs.
Providing exceptional care since 1885, the Girdler House is an esteemed senior living community set in the peaceful city of Beverly, MA, that offers independent living to senior women. With its cozy and elegant residences that accommodate up to 14 seniors, the community ensures the finest relaxation and safety. Spend a wondrous retirement without worries with a kind and compassionate team tending to seniors’ needs and aspirations.
Enjoy fun activities and participate in engaging programs to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. With healthy and delicious meals, the community strives to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The Girdler House is a great place to live a peaceful and happy retirement with its ethereal abode filled with fabulous amenities and an inviting environment.
Ideally settled in Norfolk County, Milford, MA, Cornerstone at Milford Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support is an outstanding senior living community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care services. The community offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments, as well as an array of community spaces, including a piano lounge, café, library, and salon, designed to foster a vibrant living experience. Residents here are provided with maintenance-free living and a helping hand with some daily needs such as personal care and managing medications.
Committed to providing residents with a vibrant environment that encourages residents to socialize, engage in learning, and express their creativity, the community offers a broad range of carefully planned activities. The community offers two distinct programs – their signature EnrichedLIFE experiences and adventures for assisted living residents and their new ConnectedLIFE program, designed for residents with early memory loss. With the right combination of services, vibrant activities, and a dedicated care team, residents here are guaranteed to live a comfortable life.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
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 241 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.













