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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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| The Residence at Orchard Grove |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Shrewsbury | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
116
Rank
#158 / 279 | Yes | 20 |
24
Facility
24
MA AVG
48
Rank
#386 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Danvers (Ferncroft) | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
116
Rank
#158 / 279 | Yes | 20 |
35
Facility
35
MA AVG
48
Rank
#335 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180 | F | Yes | No |
| Brightview Danvers |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. | Danvers (Danversport) | 79
Facility
79
MA AVG
116
Rank
#168 / 279 | Yes | 24 |
48
Facility
48
MA AVG
48
Rank
#269 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18
Facility
18
MA AVG
—
Rank
#130 / 180 | A | No | No |
| Sunrise of Newton |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Newton (Newton Corner) | 85
Facility
85
MA AVG
116
Rank
#147 / 279 | Yes | 43 |
85
Facility
85
MA AVG
48
Rank
#92 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | -
Facility
-
MA AVG
— | - | No | No |
| Forestdale Park Senior Living |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Malden (Maplewood) | 77
Facility
77
MA AVG
116
Rank
#173 / 279 | Yes | 18 |
37
Facility
37
MA AVG
48
Rank
#328 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed | 8
Facility
8
MA AVG
—
Rank
#172 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Autumn Glen at Dartmouth |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Dartmouth (Smith Mills) | 85
Facility
85
MA AVG
116
Rank
#147 / 279 | No | 37 |
21
Facility
21
MA AVG
48
Rank
#412 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
| The Residence at Melrose Station |
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Melrose (Essex Street) | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
116
Rank
#126 / 279 | Yes | 25 |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
48
Rank
#24 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Sunrise of Braintree |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
LSL Luxury Senior Living | Braintree (Five Corners) | 79
Facility
79
MA AVG
116
Rank
#168 / 279 | Yes | 28 |
50
Facility
50
MA AVG
48
Rank
#259 / 499 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 19
Facility
19
MA AVG
—
Rank
#119 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Woburn (Walnut Hill) | 87
Facility
87
MA AVG
116
Rank
#138 / 279 | Yes | 20 |
67
Facility
67
MA AVG
48
Rank
#185 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MA AVG
—
Rank
#56 / 180 | F | No | No |
| The Cottages of Dartmouth Village |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Dartmouth | 88
Facility
88
MA AVG
116
Rank
#135 / 279 | No | 43 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
48
Rank
#403 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 180 | - | No | No |
| The Falls at Cordingly Dam |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Newton (Newton Lower Falls) | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
116
Rank
#126 / 279 | Yes | 27 |
54
Facility
54
MA AVG
48
Rank
#238 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180 | F | No | Yes |
| Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Buzzards Bay | 75
Facility
75
MA AVG
116
Rank
#175 / 279 | Yes | 20 |
60
Facility
60
MA AVG
48
Rank
#215 / 499 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
—
Rank
#152 / 180 | - | No | No |
| The Susan S. Bailis Assisted Living Community |
RH Retirement Home | Boston (Prudential / St. Botolph) | 82
Facility
82
MA AVG
116
Rank
#155 / 279 | Yes | - |
98
Facility
98
MA AVG
48
Rank
#2 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed | 23
Facility
23
MA AVG
—
Rank
#107 / 180 | - | No | No |
| The Residence at Valley Farm |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Ashland | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
116
Rank
#158 / 279 | No | 20 |
58
Facility
58
MA AVG
48
Rank
#223 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
—
Rank
#152 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Cornerstone at Canton |
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Canton | 87
Facility
87
MA AVG
116
Rank
#138 / 279 | Yes | 22 |
64
Facility
64
MA AVG
48
Rank
#198 / 499 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 12
Facility
12
MA AVG
—
Rank
#142 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Revere, MA, Jack Satter House is an exceptional community that offers independent living. The community strives to keep residents’ comfortable and safe, especially with beautifully designed and spacious studio to two-bedroom apartments. With round-the-clock emergency response, alongside maintenance services, residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle.
A thoughtfully curated calendar of enriching activities and engaging programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious and healthy meals are also available, striving to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life, maintaining affordability to ensure they can downsize without hassles.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Mckinley House, a distinct community in Chicopee, MA, offering independent living. Featuring sophisticated and spacious studio to two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Compassionate management and laundry spaces are also provided for residents’ convenience.
With a carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs, residents can spend their days as they please. Delightful restaurants and shops surround the area, providing residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to help residents flourish in retirement, promoting a vibrant and friendly setting.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Social and Recreational Activities
Ideally located in the harmonious neighborhood of Waltham, MA, Winchester Crane Apartments is a distinct community that offers independent living. The community provides beautifully designed one-bedroom floor plans for those 60+ and adults with disability. With income-based rents, the community strives to ease financial burdens.
Residents gain easy access to local shops and recreation sites, providing endless leisure and wellness opportunities. With plenty of restaurants in the area, residents enjoy a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, accompanied by its top-notch amenities and welcoming environment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 60 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Fairing Way, a blissful haven in Weymouth, MA, offering independent living. The community provides a variety of beautifully furnished one- and two-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to the comfort of those 55+. Maintenance and concierge services are also available, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles.
Residents can spend their days as they please, accompanied by various recreational activities and stimulating programs. Multiple dining options are also provided, so residents enjoy delightful and well-balanced meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Featuring vast open spaces and plenty of state-of-the-art amenities, the community strives to promote a vibrant and friendly environment for residents’ leisure and well-being.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Spend your best years at James Thomas Apartments, an idyllic retreat in Taunton, MA, that offers independent living. Featuring 52 sophisticated and thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to keep older adults and those with disability comfortable and safe. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.
Residents have easy access to recreational spaces and local shops, providing endless leisure and wellness opportunities. Delightful restaurants are also available in the area, ideal for residents who would like to enjoy a variety of dining options outside. Promoting a warm and inviting environment, the community ensures residents live a blissful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Parking Available
Experience a vibrant lifestyle at Danesh Residences, an inviting community set in the thriving neighborhood of Brookline, MA, offering independent living. The community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe, providing specially designed accommodations that best match their preferences. With maintenance services and convenient apartment features, residents have more time to do the things they love.
A carefully curated calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Residents also enjoy delightful dining with the community’s scenic dining venues that provide lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its warm and inviting environment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Wellness Programs
Ideally situated in the thriving neighborhood of Brookline, MA, 99 Kent Street Apartments is a distinct 55+ community that offers independent living. The community features cozy and well-thought-out one and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents also experience a hassle-free lifestyle, as maintenance services are taken care of.
With fun gathering spaces and wellness opportunities, residents can spend their days as they please. Residents also have easy access to a variety of dining options with delightful and well-balanced meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s income-based rents, alongside state-of-the-art amenities, make it an enticing option for those looking to live independently in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Parking Available
Exercise Programs
Spend a blissful retirement at Salem Towers, a welcoming 62+ community in Malden, MA, offering independent living. The community features 80 beautifully designed and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With income-based rents, residents can ease their worries and financial burdens.
Fun gathering spaces and wellness opportunities are available, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Residents can also prepare meals that best suit their tastes and nutritional needs with a fully equipped kitchen in each unit. The community’s extensive amenities and friendly setting ensure residents can thrive in their golden years.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Beauty Services
Parking Available
Peacefully set in the quiet neighborhood of Plymouth, MA, Rolling Mill is an esteemed 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring luxurious and purposely built accommodations, the community strives to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with plenty of convenient amenities.
Residents can easily access their necessities and leisure opportunities with a variety of local amenities and recreational spaces nearby. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and tastes. The community also boasts plenty of cozy communal spaces with an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, and a clubhouse, creating the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Room Sizes: 2,183
Housing Options: 3 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Parking Available
Enjoy the retirement of your dreams at The Residences at Little River, an esteemed community in Haverhill, MA, offering independent living. Featuring specially designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. On-site management and round-the-clock emergency maintenance are also available for residents’ convenience.
With a 24-hour fitness center and a variety of recreational opportunities, residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends. Residents can prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences with fully-equipped kitchens in each unit. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is a good option for those looking to live independently in their golden years, especially with its warm and inviting setting.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 743 / 1,006 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Swimming Pool
Exercise Programs
Parking Available
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 Senior Communities in Massachusetts
What is senior living?
Senior communities are residential settings designed for adults aged 55 or older, with options ranging from active independent living to assisted living and memory care.
How many senior communities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 senior communities in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right senior community 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 senior communities 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.
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