Page 25 of Best Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 241 assisted living communities in Massachusetts using Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in MA

Reviewed by

Dr. Jordan Weiss

Last updated

Jul 2026

We analyzed

241 homes

Other senior care options in Massachusetts:

Memory Care Nursing Homes Independent Living

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: 53/ 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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.

National Average: 90

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

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Overview of Granite Willow Home Care

Based in Westford, MA, Granite Willow Home Care is a distinct home care providers that offer personal care, dementia care, overnight care, 24-hour care, back-to-home transition support, and respite care. Older adults receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team whenever necessary. Chores and housekeeping are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have more time to do the things they love.

Older adults are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with friendly companions, engaging in fun conversation, and helping with errands. Cooking and feeding are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have delicious and healthy dining meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders, mobility assistance, and incontinence care are available for convenience and safety. This home care agency is ideal for those seeking exceptional care to live comfortably in their place of residence.

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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.

Public data
6 weighted categories
Updated quarterly

Full methodology

Weighting overview

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

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

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

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

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

Community Stability 10%

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

Includes
Occupancy Rate
Bed Options

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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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.