Best Assisted Living in Norwood, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 assisted living communities in Norwood, 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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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. 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.
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.
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
AL
MC
RC
Norwood
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 81
Rank #58 / 176
Yes21
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 45
Rank #155 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #136 / 153
C-NoNo
Sunrise of Norwood
AL
MC
RC
Norwood
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 81
Rank #105 / 176
Yes27
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 45
Rank #73 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 153
-NoNo
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
AL
MC
Westwood (University Station)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 81
Rank #120 / 176
No64
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 45
Rank #116 / 244
Private / Companion Suites
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #123 / 153
-NoNo

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 analyzed for Norwood. See how we rank facilities

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

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree

Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Norwood, MA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 90 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio gives one resident a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

The community may be a good fit for a family seeking short term care or for a resident who needs a secured, supervised memory care setting. With a Walk Score of 30, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to the community.

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Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood

140 University Ave, Westwood, MA 02090
Overview of Bridges® by Epoch at Westwood

Focusing on memory care, Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood is a respected senior living community in University Avenue, Westwood, MA strives to enhance the quality of life of individuals with dementia. 14 Purposely built and sophisticated private residences and two spacious companion suites await seniors as they move into the community. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood takes pride in a team of well-trained and certified professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance.

Live without worries with carefully curated activities and enriching programs highlighting residents’ aspirations and strengths. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood is a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years creating lasting moments.

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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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Assisted Living in Norwood at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Norwood, MA. 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: 75The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Norwood, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Norwood, MA

What is the average cost of assisted living in Norwood, MA?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Norwood, MA is approximately $7,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Norwood, MA?

Assisted living in Norwood, MA typically ranges from $6,800–$9,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Norwood, MA?

Assisted living facilities in Norwood, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.