Page 6 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.
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.
Ashland Farm at North Andover
AL
MC
RC
North Andover
98
Facility 98
MA AVG 86
Rank #65 / 227
Yes21
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 54
Rank #318 / 438
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
NoNo
Sunrise of Norwood
AL
MC
RC
Norwood
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 86
Rank #135 / 227
Yes27
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 54
Rank #191 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
NoNo
The Wellington at Springfield
AL
IL
MC
RC
Springfield (Pine Point)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 86
Rank #82 / 227
No18
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 54
Rank #310 / 438
Traditional (73), Special Care (18)
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 22
Rank #107 / 178
YesNo
Grace Morgan House
AL
Methuen
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 86
Rank #226 / 227
No-
58
Facility 58
MA AVG 54
Rank #198 / 438
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
YesNo
The Residence at Watertown Square
AL
IL
MC
RC
Watertown
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
Yes25
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 54
Rank #17 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #130 / 178
NoNo
Heritage Woods
AL
MC
RC
Agawam
109
Facility 109
MA AVG 86
Rank #46 / 227
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 54
Rank #363 / 438
Traditional (91), Special Care (18)
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
NoNo
Grove Manor Estates
AL
IL
MC
Braintree
70
Facility 70
MA AVG 86
Rank #138 / 227
No15
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 54
Rank #213 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
NoNo
River Falls Senior Living
AL
NH
RC
Fall River
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
No-
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 54
Rank #22 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #139 / 178
YesNo
Compass on the Bay
AL
MC
RC
South Boston
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 86
Rank #214 / 227
Yes39
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 54
Rank #147 / 438
Studio
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
NoNo
The Gables at Winchester
AL
IL
RC
Winchester
123
Facility 123
MA AVG 86
Rank #27 / 227
Yes-
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 54
Rank #224 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
NoNo

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Overview of Ashland Farm at North Andover

Nestled in the vibrant community of North Andover, MA, the Ashland Farm at North Andover is a welcoming senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, memory care studio, and memory care companion suites are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are rendered with personalized, round-the-clock needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy inspired dining experiences, concierge services, shared spaces, and active living activities. Moreover, salon services and educational activities are available within the vicinity of this beautiful place. With Ashland Farm at North Andover, seniors are assured of an empowering living experience.

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Overview of Sunrise of Norwood

Sunrise of Norwood is a 72-bed assisted living community on Saunders Road in Norwood, Massachusetts. Operating for 29 years, it offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services in a three-story building. Occupants can pick from studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans that suit different preferences and care needs.

With a mix of nearby amenities, the community’s walkability score of 60 means some errands can be done on foot in the surrounding residential neighborhood. This moderately walkable location gives residents and visiting families easy access to the area while having a calm residential character of Norwood. Sunrise of Norwood has a memory care program for those needing specialized support with cognitive decline. The set of housing options and service levels lets the community serve people at different stages of independence, from those handling daily living activities with minimal assistance to those needing memory care support.

For families navigating senior living options in Norwood, visiting the community can provide a firsthand sense of the residential setting, room types, and daily environment.

Contact Sunrise of Norwood

The Wellington at Springfield

942 Grayson Dr, Springfield, MA 01119
Overview of The Wellington at Springfield

A 91-bed residential community at 942 Grayson Drive in Springfield, Massachusetts, is The Wellington at Springfield. Operating for roughly two decades, it offers assisted living services in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where a few nearby services are reachable on foot, but most errands require transportation.

As a standalone community not co-located with a nursing home, The Wellington at Springfield provides daily residential support for older adults needing help with daily activities while valuing independence. The facility’s two-decade presence in the community denotes stable operations and a commitment to senior living in Springfield. The neighborhood setting offers a calmer residential environment versus more bustling commercial districts.

It’s recommended that families considering The Wellington at Springfield visit in person to get a feel for the home, tour available living spaces, and learn about daily activities and dining options. To make the best decision for your dearest one’s needs, more detailed information regarding specific amenities, activities, services, staffing, pricing, and care programs must be obtained directly from the community.

Contact The Wellington at Springfield

Grace Morgan House

489 Prospect St #7511, Methuen, MA 01844
Overview of Grace Morgan House

Make the most of their best years at Grace Morgan House, a blissful community in Methuen, MA, offering assisted living. Residents receive the highest quality of care tailored to their unique needs with a kind and highly skilled team available around the clock. Housekeeping and laundry are also taken care of, providing residents with more time to do the things they love.

There is no dull moment with plenty of recreational activities and wellness opportunities that highlight residents’ interests and capabilities. Mealtimes also promote social interactions and satisfy dietary needs with delicious and healthy dining options served three times daily. Transportation services and health monitoring are provided for residents’ convenience. With its exceptional services and top-notch amenities, residents can keep their peace of mind and live a blissful retirement.

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Overview of The Residence at Watertown Square

Step into the inviting embrace of The Residence at Watertown Square, where classic home-inspired living meets the convenience of residential assisted living. Tucked in the heart of Cambridge, this home offers a spectrum of options, from independent living to memory care facilities, all designed to create a sense of comfort and belonging for seniors. Elevating senior living to an art form, it welcomes temporary stays or respite care needs with open arms. With three chef-prepared meals daily, transportation services, and 24-hour staffing, peace of mind is a constant companion.

The community extends its care by offering memory care qualifications that adhere to the highest standards, with associates certified by the National Institute for Dementia Education. From housekeeping and maintenance to enriching exercises and personalized laundry services, the home makes sure that every aspect of life is tended to. It also features a library, parking garage, patio entertainment space, and a salon. The Residence at Watertown Square ensures every day is an opportunity for comfort and connection.

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Heritage Woods

462 Main St, Agawam, MA 01001
Overview of Heritage Woods

Heritage Woods offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Agawam, MA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone who may be at risk of wandering.

Respite care provides a short-term stay for a resident while a usual caregiver travels or recovers, and the combination of care types can suit someone whose needs may change over time. Heritage Woods has 109 beds. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet with them when moving into the community.

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Overview of Grove Manor Estates

Operating for 29 years, Grove Manor Estates is an assisted living community in Braintree, Massachusetts, that offers independent living, personal care, and memory care. The community also features a variety of studio to two-bedroom apartments in a three-story setting, ensuring older adults’ comfort. Three daily meals, weekly housekeeping, and personal laundry are also offered to support residents’ daily living. Along with 24-hour staffing, a round-the-clock emergency call system is also available for residents’ safety.

Regular exercise programs and social events foster interaction and encourage residents to maintain holistic wellness. A chapel, a library, and a cinema are among the amenities available on-site for residents’ leisure and wellness. With a relatively walkable neighborhood, the community earned a Walk Score of 54, which also allows residents to access some amenities on foot.

Contact Grove Manor Estates

Overview of River Falls Senior Living

River Falls Senior Living offers assisted living, nursing care, and respite care in Fall River, Massachusetts. Assisted living includes help with dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident maintains a private living space. Nursing care is provided by licensed nurses on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short term stay for someone needing temporary support.

The community has 90 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio keeps everything in one private space, while a two bedroom layout may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Having assisted living and nursing care in the same community may suit a resident whose care needs grow over time, and the area’s Walk Score of 93 means daily errands do not require a car, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

Contact River Falls Senior Living

Overview of Compass on the Bay

Compass on the Bay is a 39-bed senior living community at 1380 Columbia Road in South Boston, Massachusetts, about half a mile from the neighborhood center. Operating for 29 years, the single-story home provides assisted living, short-term respite stays, and a specialized focus on memory care.

Accommodations consist of studio apartments. Monthly services cover prepared meals, housekeeping, laundry, local rides, and pet-friendly living spaces. On-site care includes 24-hour supervision, structured cognitive activities, and exercise programs. The facility sits about two and a half miles from Mass General Brigham, and the surrounding neighborhood holds a walk score of 72, allowing residents and visitors to handle many errands on foot.

Prospective representatives can call the Columbia Road office directly to check open studio layouts, inquire about short-term stays, or arrange a tour.

Contact Compass on the Bay

Overview of The Gables at Winchester

An assisted living community on Cambridge Street in Winchester, Massachusetts, is The Gables at Winchester. It’s a residential area north of Boston with moderate walkability, scoring 52. The home houses a three-story building and offers 123 apartments across studio, one, and two-bedroom floor plans, letting occupants choose the space fitting their needs. Having served residents for 35 years, The Gables at Winchester provides independent living support for older adults wanting help with daily personal care and activities while being as independent as possible.

Winchester’s location puts the home within easy reach of local shops and services, with some walkable errands. Nearby family members can visit regularly. The Cambridge Street address connects occupants and their families to the town’s established neighborhood character. It also offers proximity to Boston area resources.

For families navigating options, an on-site visit to The Gables at Winchester gives a clear sense of the floor plans, daily culture, and community environment.

Contact The Gables at Winchester

Weighting overview

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