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Best Senior Communities in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 482 senior communities communities in Massachusetts using Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank senior communities in MA
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Jun 2026
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482 homes
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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

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

The Commons in Lincoln
SC
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lincoln
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 94
Rank #272 / 280
Yes-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #486 / 499
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #56 / 180
CNo-
NewBridge on the Charles
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Dedham (Hebrew Rehabilitation Center At Newbridge)
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 94
Rank #139 / 280
No36
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 53
Rank #481 / 499
1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 24
Rank #132 / 180
-NoNo
Brookdale Attleboro
SC
AL
MC
Attleboro (Brookdale Attleboro)
130
Facility 130
MA AVG 94
Rank #47 / 280
No21
18
Facility 18
MA AVG 53
Rank #429 / 499
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 24
Rank #1 / 180
A+NoNo
River Falls Senior Living
SC
NH
AL
IL
Fall River
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 280
No-
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 53
Rank #24 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 24
Rank #153 / 180
-YesNo
Charter Senior Living of Danvers
SC
AL
MC
RC
Danvers
114
Facility 114
MA AVG 94
Rank #72 / 280
No24
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 53
Rank #395 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 24
Rank #1 / 180
A+NoNo
Brookdale Cushing Park
SC
AL
IL
MC
Framingham (Emeritus At Farm Pond)
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 280
Yes22
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 53
Rank #395 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 24
Rank #1 / 180
A+NoNo
Brookdale Cape Cod
SC
AL
MC
Hyannis
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #157 / 280
No20
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 53
Rank #351 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 24
Rank #1 / 180
A+YesNo
Brookdale Eddy Pond
SC
AL
MC
Auburn
103
Facility 103
MA AVG 94
Rank #91 / 280
Yes35
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 53
Rank #439 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 24
Rank #1 / 180
A+NoNo
Wingate Residences at Needham
SC
AL
MC
Needham (Needham Heights)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 94
Rank #124 / 280
Yes22
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 53
Rank #228 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 24
Rank #13 / 180
B-NoYes
New Pond Village
SC
NH
AL
IL
MC
Walpole (Plimptonville)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #200 / 280
No15
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #379 / 499
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #56 / 180
CNoNo
Evans Park at Newton Corner
SC
AL
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Corner)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 94
Rank #76 / 280
Yes17
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #108 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 24
Rank #27 / 180
CNoNo
Lasell Village
SC
NH
SNF
Newton (Auburndale)
44
Facility 44
MA AVG 94
Rank #249 / 280
No-
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 53
Rank #250 / 499
1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 24
Rank #166 / 180
-No-
Heights Crossing Assisted Living
SC
AL
MC
RC
Brockton
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 280
Yes21
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
AYesNo
The Falls at Cordingly Dam
SC
AL
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Lower Falls)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #126 / 280
Yes27
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 53
Rank #238 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
CNoYes
Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm
SC
AL
MC
RC
Danvers (Ferncroft)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #157 / 280
Yes20
35
Facility 35
MA AVG 53
Rank #335 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
CYesNo
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Overview of John F. Kennedy Apartments

Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Cambridge, MA, John F. Kennedy Apartments is a distinguished community that offers independent living. With cozy and thoughtfully designed one-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of living comfortably and safely. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, so residents can spend their days as they please. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Shopping, dining, and public transportation are also available nearby, ensuring easy access to their needs and leisure. The community is ideal for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its warm and inviting setting.

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Overview of Linden Towers

Make the most of your best years at Linden Towers, a blissful haven in Springfield, MA, offering independent living. Residents can ease their worries with spacious and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, designed for their comfort and safety. The community also strives to provide a hassle-free living with round-the-clock maintenance and laundry spaces.

Residents have easy access to endless leisure and wellness opportunities with thriving local shops and recreation sites nearby. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents enjoy meals that suit their tastes and dietary needs. Promoting a warm and inviting environment, the community ensures residents have the finest retirement experience.

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Overview of The Residence at Vinnin Square

Experience premium services and true hospitality with The Residence at Vinnin Square, a warm and inviting senior living community in Swampscott, MA, offering an array of care options. Residents here can choose from various lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays depending on their needs. The community empowers residents to enjoy the things that make them happy without worries by handling their daily chores and responsibilities.

Visiting healthcare professionals are available to deliver added care to accommodate other needs that residents may have. Vibrant activities and entertainment spaces are also available to give residents opportunities for leisure and recreation. Delicious meals and other amenities are also available to further enhance residents’ living experience.

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Overview of The Residences at Highland Glen

Situated in the peaceful city of Westwood, MA, The Residences at Highland Glen blends vibrant living with exceptional care. Offering skilled nursing and assisted living options, the community focuses on enhancing residents’ quality of life through compassionate, personalized support. The dedicated team conducts comprehensive assessments to tailor care to each resident’s individual needs, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Residents can also select between comfortable one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and personal space.

With an array of amenities like a greenhouse and fitness center, The Residences at Highland Glen encourages an active and eco-friendly lifestyle. Inviting social areas and engaging activities make each day fulfilling and joyful. Every detail is carefully designed to uplift, inspire, and celebrate the enjoyment of daily life.

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Overview of Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner

Experience the warmth and care of Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner, nestled conveniently at Stoughton, MA, this vibrant living community provides exceptional assisted living and specialized memory support. This newly established community features 67 assisted living apartments and 26 private or shared memory support suites, each designed for comfort and independence. Floor plans range from spacious studios to one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, complete with high ceilings, abundant natural light, and emergency alert systems, all tailored to create a secure and enriching environment.

Here, residents can enjoy a vibrant, service-enriched lifestyle with amenities such as fitness classes led by an in-house exercise physiologist and a full-service salon. Dining is inspired by the Mediterranean diet, with brain-healthy dishes crafted to delight. Through engaging social events, wellness programs, and lifelong learning, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner fosters a warm, inclusive community where seniors can thrive, connect, and make the most of each day.

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Overview of Anthology of Millis

Tucked in a quiet and wooded setting in Norfolk County, Millis, MA, Anthology of Millis is an excellent senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with personalized care plans featuring day-to-day assistance, supported by a team of caring and hardworking caregivers. With care team members available on-site 24/7, residents enjoy their peace of mind knowing that their care needs will be met.

Gracious, well-appointed private suites with a variety of senior-friendly floor plans are offered to provide residents with a living space that suits their needs. Residents are provided with a purposeful daily social, cultural and recreational calendar of activities to encourage engagement, stimulation, and socialization. Menus are supervised by a registered dietitian and prepared by in-house professional chefs, making sure residents enjoy nutritious and delicious meals that cater to their needs.

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Overview of Cornerstone at Milford Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support

Ideally settled in Norfolk County, Milford, MA, Cornerstone at Milford Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support is an outstanding senior living community that offers excellent assisted living and memory care services. The community offers spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments, as well as an array of community spaces, including a piano lounge, café, library, and salon, designed to foster a vibrant living experience. Residents here are provided with maintenance-free living and a helping hand with some daily needs such as personal care and managing medications.

Committed to providing residents with a vibrant environment that encourages residents to socialize, engage in learning, and express their creativity, the community offers a broad range of carefully planned activities. The community offers two distinct programs – their signature EnrichedLIFE experiences and adventures for assisted living residents and their new ConnectedLIFE program, designed for residents with early memory loss. With the right combination of services, vibrant activities, and a dedicated care team, residents here are guaranteed to live a comfortable life.

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Girdler House

78 Lothrop St, Beverly, MA 01915
Overview of Girdler House

Providing exceptional care since 1885, the Girdler House is an esteemed senior living community set in the peaceful city of  Beverly, MA, that offers independent living to senior women. With its cozy and elegant residences that accommodate up to 14 seniors, the community ensures the finest relaxation and safety. Spend a wondrous retirement without worries with a kind and compassionate team tending to seniors’ needs and aspirations.

Enjoy fun activities and participate in engaging programs to maintain an active and blissful lifestyle. With healthy and delicious meals, the community strives to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and tastes. The Girdler House is a great place to live a peaceful and happy retirement with its ethereal abode filled with fabulous amenities and an inviting environment.

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Overview of Welch Senior Living

Welch Senior Living is a family-owned independent living and assisted living provider at 1050 Hingham Street, Rockland, Plymouth County, Massachusetts 02370. Operating since 1949, it has served the South Shore for over 75 years. Thomas Nolan, Executive Director with over 35 years of senior living management experience, manages operations. The company operates multiple communities.

Inspection history, deficiency records, citations, and regulatory compliance data are not disclosed in publicly available sources. Families should contact the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health directly to request compliance records and inspection findings.

Welch Senior Living offers one-bedroom and two-bedroom units. Chef-prepared meals are served daily in a social setting. Life-enrichment activities, respite care, therapy and rehabilitation services, and 24-hour on-site staffing with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants support residents. Personalized care reflects individual needs and goals. Dedicated staff, many with tenure exceeding 20 years, deliver support. Independent living residents enjoy cooperative ownership or monthly rental options. On-site fitness and recreation programming are available. Specific bed counts, occupancy rates, resident census, quality measures, and financial data are not disclosed. Welch Senior Living is not currently certified as a Medicare or Medicaid provider. Walk Score 39; facility is 3.1 miles from Rockland center, with most trips requiring transportation.

The 75-year family-owned operation reflects established roots on the South Shore. Multiple community locations indicate organizational experience managing senior living across the region.

Families evaluating Welch Senior Living should request current inspection and regulatory compliance records from Massachusetts health authorities and clarify Medicare and Medicaid participation or restrictions.

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Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care

295 Varnum Avenue Hanchett Bldg, 2Nd Floor, Lowell, MA 01854
Overview of Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care

Situated in Lowell, Massachusetts, Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care is dedicated to providing vital supportive care services to individuals confronted with life-threatening illnesses and complex medical situations. The hospital’s palliative care department specializes in delivering compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of patients.
Lowell General Hospital Palliative Care focuses on enhancing the quality of life and promoting holistic well-being, ensuring that patients and their loved ones receive the comprehensive support they need during challenging times. Beyond the physical aspects, they also address patients’ and their families’ emotional, practical, and spiritual concerns.

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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 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 482 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.