Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 247 assisted living communities in 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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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. 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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 Marland Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Andover
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 86
Rank #19 / 227
Yes38
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 54
Rank #218 / 438
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
-NoNo
Providence House Assisted Living
AL
MC
Brighton
102
Facility 102
MA AVG 86
Rank #55 / 227
Yes12
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 54
Rank #68 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 22
Rank #101 / 178
-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Shrewsbury
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 86
Rank #157 / 227
Yes17
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 54
Rank #413 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
C-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
AL
MC
RC
Franklin
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 86
Rank #68 / 227
Yes16
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 54
Rank #281 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
C-NoNo
Herrick House
AL
MC
NH
RC
Beverly
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 86
Rank #99 / 227
Yes16
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 54
Rank #334 / 438
Studio / 1 Bedroom / 2 Bedroom
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
-NoYes
Charter Senior Living of Danvers
AL
MC
RC
Danvers
114
Facility 114
MA AVG 86
Rank #37 / 227
Yes24
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 54
Rank #349 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 178
A+NoNo
Sunrise of Wayland
AL
MC
Wayland (Cochituate)
59
Facility 59
MA AVG 86
Rank #166 / 227
Yes16
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 54
Rank #231 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
-YesNo
The Village at Willow Crossings
AL
IL
MC
RC
Mansfield (Mansfield Center)
104
Facility 104
MA AVG 86
Rank #51 / 227
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 54
Rank #363 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
C-NoNo
The Residence at Melrose Station
AL
IL
MC
RC
Melrose
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 54
Rank #22 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
-NoNo
Atria Maplewood Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Malden
108
Facility 108
MA AVG 86
Rank #47 / 227
Yes19
81
Facility 81
MA AVG 54
Rank #108 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Shared Suite
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
-NoNo

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Overview of Atria Marland Place

Atria Marland Place is a cozy senior living community settling in Stevens Street, Andover, MA providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring homey and spacious floor plans ranging from studio to one- and two-bedroom apartments equipped with kitchenettes and individual thermostat controls, the community ensures comfort and security. Prioritizing the seniors’ freedom and uniqueness, Atria Marland Place ensures that they receive proper care and assistance that best matches their unique needs and preferences.

Atria Marland Place strives to deliver a better quality of life, encouraging them to remain energized and engaged. The community serves three chef-prepared healthy and delicious meals daily in multiple dining venues to satisfy residents’ dietary needs. With pet-friendly amenities including a pub, a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a salon and spa, an onsite physician office space, an art studio, and a billiards room, the community ensures the entertainment and wellness of its residents.

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Overview of Providence House Assisted Living

Welcome to Providence House Assisted Living, a warm haven nestled in the heart of Brighton, Massachusetts, offering a vibrant and nurturing environment for seniors seeking community and support. As residents step through its doors, a sense of belonging embraces them. The inviting common areas encourage social gatherings, quiet moments with friends, and engaging daily activities. Residents of Providence House receive unparalleled care and support, fostering an environment where their contributions are valued and abundant opportunities await.

For those experiencing Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss, the Beechwood Memory Care neighborhood provides a secure, sunlit sanctuary for a stress-free lifestyle. Spacious private apartments cater to individual needs, offering a seamless transition within the community and accommodating diverse financial situations. At Providence House Assisted Living, it’s not merely a residence; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with shared moments, purposeful living, and a sense of camaraderie among neighbors.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable assisted living and memory care unit is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.

Their residents can take part in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their individual dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and grounds keeping.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill

An assisted living community on Forge Hill Road in Franklin, Massachusetts, is Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill. Set in a three-story building, it has offered residential care for the past 29 years and currently operates 97 beds across a mix of floor plans: studio units and one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Some errands are walkable, while most trips require a car in the neighborhood that scores 39 on the Walk Score scale. The surrounding area has a more residential character than a heavily commercial setting, which fits residents and families preferring a calmer community environment. As an assisted living provider, the home offers support with daily activities: bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while encouraging residents to stay independent when possible. This balance of help and autonomy is the core of assisted living as a care model.

For families wanting to learn more about room options, daily programming, pricing, and how Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill can meet their loved one’s needs, personally touring is the best way to get a clear sense of what it offers. Speaking directly with staff members can clarify specific services, staffing availability, and the look of daily life for occupants.

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Overview of Herrick House

Located in the picturesque area of Beverly, Massachusetts, Herrick House is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care options. The community aims to give its residents a resort-style retirement experience by offering them excellent services, authentic hospitality and elegant accommodations. With access to 24-hour licensed nurses on-site, residents are guaranteed to receive the care they need to maintain their independence and well-being.

Apart from its access to stunning natural sceneries, the community provides residents convenient access to physician, outpatient and around-the-clock hospital services should they need them. The convenience and comfort of housekeeping, transportation services and on-site salon and spa are offered for residents enjoyment, making their lives easier. At Herrick House, residents feel well-cared for within a nurturing environment that allows them to make new connections and experiences.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Danvers

Located in Danvers, MA, Charter Senior Living of Danvers is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Residents are guaranteed a comfortable and safe living environment with an array of well-designed private and companion suites. The community ensures residents are given the support that matches their needs with a variety of personalized care services, including personal care assistance, nursing care, and on-site therapies provided by local licensed partners.

Committed to delivering a liberating experience to its residents, the community provides convenient services in addition to a full social calendar of activities and plenty of amenities.
With housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry services, residents have more time for enjoyment and leisure. Residents are free to indulge in amenities such as elegant dining areas, restaurant-style bistro and cafe, salon services, beautiful landscaping and inviting outdoor spaces. At Charter Senior Living of Danvers, residents are sure to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with plenty to do and explore.

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Overview of Sunrise of Wayland

Sunrise of Wayland, a premier assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts, offers residents a hassle-free lifestyle filled with engaging activities and personalized care. Conveniently located, the community is highly involved with the local area, providing residents with opportunities to pursue their passions and interests. The dedicated team at Sunrise of Wayland specializes in delivering loving, personalized care, developing meaningful relationships with each resident. They work closely with residents, their families, and physicians to create customized care plans that address individual needs and preferences. The cozy community is surrounded by lush greenery and warmed by a fireplace, creating a welcoming atmosphere for residents.

Sunrise of Wayland is committed to being a good neighbor to the Town of Wayland, participating in multigenerational activities, events, parades, and celebrations. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, including brain games, movies, sing-a-longs, and hand massages, keeping their days joyful and engaging. The community is known for its fresh, seasonal, and home-cooked meals prepared on-site by expert chefs. Additionally, visiting physicians and nurse practitioners are available to provide residents with convenient access to healthcare services

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Overview of The Village at Willow Crossings

Settled in the quiet community of Mansfield, MA, The Village at Willow Crossings is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, this community provides specialized programs such as research-based therapy and activities to stimulate memory for those with cognitive conditions.

Explore its top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy inspired dining with chef-prepared meals based on dietary needs, weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen service, and transportation services. Join in diverse options for social activities based on your interests and create meaningful memories with new companions. Maximize comfort and relaxation by visiting its beautifully shared spaces. With The Village at Willow Crossings, seniors are assured of a secure living.

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Overview of The Residence at Melrose Station

The Residence at Melrose Station undoubtedly provides the highest quality of care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care residents. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident, and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The upscale senior living community prides itself on being a renowned home in Boston that is enriched by diversity, elevated by accommodations, and enhanced by lifestyle.

The lifestyle at The Residences is an easy and worry-free community; through the community’s extensive services, residents are able to live a fulfilling everyday life. Some of the all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, transfer assistance, housekeeping and laundry services– all of which are tailored to their unique needs.

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Overview of Atria Maplewood Place

Enjoy the best of your golden years at Atria Maplewood Place, a blissful retreat in Malden, MA, offering assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Featuring purposely built and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. A kind and highly trained team also provides exceptional care tailored to their unique needs around the clock.

Dedicated to enhancing residents’ cognition and living experiences, a jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted. Mealtimes foster comfort and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options. The community is a good option for those seeking a variety of care in retirement, especially with its comprehensive options and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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.