Page 9 of Best Senior Communities in Massachusetts

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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. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. SC (Senior Communities):
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.
The Leonard Florence Center
SC
ADC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
100No- 88 Private Rooms--No-
St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
SC
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Dorchester
123No- 83 -35-No-
Laurentide at Mashpee Commons
SC
AL
IL
MC
Mashpee (Great Neck Road South)
70Yes18 45 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed8-YesNo
Stafford Hill Assisted Living
SC
AL
IL
MC
Plymouth
86Yes25 48 Private / Companion Suites19-NoNo
Atria Draper Place
SC
AL
IL
MC
Hopedale
68Yes18 47 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed27-NoNo
Maplewood at Weston
SC
AL
IL
MC
Weston
93Yes13 17 Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed12C+NoNo
Charter Senior Living of Dedham
SC
AL
MC
RC
Dedham
113Yes25 12 Studio / 1 Bed27-NoNo
Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
SC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Stoneham
169No- 40 -43A+No-
Adelaide of Newton Centre
SC
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Centre)
50No50 61 Studio / Suite6C-NoNo
All American Assisted Living a Hanson
SC
AL
MC
RC
Hanson (North Hanson)
48No8 39 Traditional (40), Special Care (8)13A+NoNo
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Overview of The Leonard Florence Center

Enjoy a combination of comfort and quality care with The Leonard Florence Center, a compassionate community in Chelsea, MA, offering excellent short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. They cater to an intimate number of residents to guarantee focused and personalized care. In addition to daily living assistance and nursing care, residents here have access to regular in-house physician and nurse visits for added comfort and care. Therapy services and treatment plans are tailor-made to match residents’ unique needs and requirements to ensure they effectively improve their conditions.

Residents also enjoy the comfort of having cozy and spacious accommodations with private baths for their convenience. To ensure residents maintain healthy diets and proper nutrition, they consistently serve them delicious and well-balanced meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities like a salon, library, cafe, spa, and outdoor patios are also available to enhance residents’ comforts and living conditions. At The Leonard Florence Center, residents are well-equipped to thrive against their conditions in a warm and nurturing environment.

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Overview of St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

St. Joseph Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Dorchester, MA, offering skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, and nursing care. Skilled nursing and nursing care provide licensed clinical support, while memory care offers a secured, supervised setting and hospice care supports residents with end of life needs. The community may be a good fit for someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia who needs supervised memory care.

The community has 123 beds. Short term rehabilitation and in house therapy services support residents working through recovery without arranging therapy at a separate location. Programs include stroke recovery, falls recovery, orthopedic care, wound care, cardiopulmonary and respiratory services, and a Dialysis Den for residents who need dialysis care.

Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 24 minutes per resident per day, representing daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. A doctor is on staff, adding physician involvement to the care team. An 83 out of 100 Walk Score means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently. Vietnamese programming and religious services are available for residents who want culturally or spiritually relevant activities.

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Overview of Laurentide at Mashpee Commons

Located in the neighborhood of Plymouth, MA, Laurentide at Mashpee Commons is a respected senior living community designed to offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care. The community welcomes residents into snug apartments with easy access to major services and amenities for a convenient living environment that allows them to enjoy restful days. With 24-hour care and supportive services, the community ensures residents are always well-cared for and provided with the assistance they need to enjoy their retirement years.

Fostering a vibrant and enriching community, Laurentide at Mashpee Commons encourages residents to participate in their dynamic activities, programs, and events. Meals are made fresh, delicious, and healthy to satisfy residents’ cravings and nutritional needs. Various amenities like a pub, cafe, salon services, and relaxing outdoor spaces are also offered to make residents’ stay within the community more pleasing.

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Overview of Atria Draper Place

Indulge in the coziness of Atria Draper Place, a bright and welcoming senior living community located at Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA, providing assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Focusing on the seniors’ wellness, the community features carefully designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments with individual thermostat controls, kitchenettes, walk-in closets, and housekeeping services. The community forges meaningful connections with trusted partners to ensure that seniors receive better care plans.

Atria Draper Place fosters a vibrant environment, conducting fun activities and enrichment programs. The community ensures a maintenance-free lifestyle, providing care and assistance around the clock. Catering to its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves three chef-prepared healthy meals daily alongside different meal options including vegetarian meals. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a wellness center, a salon, an outdoor dining space and grill, and an onsite physician office space for the seniors’ convenience and leisure.

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Overview of Stafford Hill Assisted Living

Elegantly established in the charming neighborhood of Plymouth, MA, Stafford Hill Assisted Living is a warm and welcoming senior living community that specializes in independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Residents enjoy cozy and inviting residences that are carefully designed with their unique lifestyle and safety needs in mind. With a team of care experts available any time of the day to offer compassionate care and support, residents enjoy their peace of mind.

Residents are motivated to engage in a vibrant living experience with various activities and programs conducted by the community. A delectable dining experience is made available with the help of a talented culinary team that carefully prepares nutritious and appetizing meals. At Stafford Hill Assisted Living, residents are bound to live their golden years without worries and hassles.

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Overview of Maplewood at Weston

Maplewood at Weston has been part of its Weston, Massachusetts neighborhood for 12 years, sitting at 99 Norumbega Rd in a two-story building with 93 beds. It’s not built around a single kind of care. Independent living, personal care, and memory care all coexist here, spread across studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments.

Getting around does mean getting in a car. The Walk Score is 17, solidly car-dependent, so most errands and outings involve driving rather than walking. Pets are welcome, small animal companions specifically, so residents don’t have to leave a cat or a small dog behind to make the move.

Staffing runs around the clock here, with licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants on hand at all hours. Respite care, transportation, and housekeeping round out the practical side of things, the kind of support that takes real weight off a family’s shoulders. Beyond the basics, there’s a real push toward engagement: educational programs, cultural events, and wellness programming show up regularly, backed by a library, landscaped grounds, and a 24-hour emergency call system that residents can rely on if something goes wrong.

Twelve years in, spanning three levels of care, with staffing that doesn’t clock out: what Maplewood at Weston adds up to is a community built for residents whose needs might shift over time, without forcing a move somewhere new when they do.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Dedham

Charter Senior Living of Dedham, formerly The Linden at Dedham, is an esteemed senior living community that offers outstanding assisted living and memory care services. Conveniently located in the peaceful neighborhood of Dedham, MA, it also features a wide array of spacious and cozy private apartments and companion suites, ensuring a carefree lifestyle and peace of mind. With a dedicated and compassionate team available round-the-clock, the community fosters a supportive environment where residents can stay active, secure, and fully at ease.

With an all-inclusive approach, the community provides above-and-beyond amenities and care services, including delicious and nutritious meals in restaurant-style dining and fitness activities. Participate in a robust calendar of social events and life-enrichment programs carefully crafted and coordinated by a professional team. The Charter Senior Living of Dedham is an ideal place to embrace every day, where comfort, care, and community come together to enhance life’s golden years.

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Overview of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

Boasting a reputation for excellent rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a renowned senior care provider in Stoneham, MA. Residents here are provided with an excellent care team that offers a wide array of services, including round the clock supervision, physical, occupational and speech therapies. Comfortable accommodations and state-of-the-art technology is available to ensure residents have access to the tools they need to recover or maintain their overall well-being.

Residents feel right at home and comfortable as they recover with various amenities, such as a cozy lounge, pub, gazebo, and salon offered. An array of stimulating activities are available as well to help residents stay active, engaged, and stimulated. Here, residents are guaranteed to maintain the lifestyle they want with all the conveniences they need to live with comfort and ease.

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Overview of Adelaide of Newton Centre

Opened in 2020, Adelaide of Newton Centre is a memory care community in Newton Centre, Massachusetts, with a 50-bed capacity. Operated by Benchmark Senior Living under the leadership of Tom Grape, the mid-rise community has an urban farmhouse design with bright interiors and green spaces, featuring studio, deluxe studio, and companion suite accommodations.

Individual nursing assessments are conducted to ensure each resident receives personalized, around-the-clock support. In addition, respite stays are available for families seeking short-term care during transitions or caregiver breaks. Secure shared spaces also allow residents to move comfortably while promoting safety and independence.

Therapeutic programs such as fitness, gardening, arts, music, and educational activities encourage engagement and social interaction. Specialized sensory dining menus accommodate individual preferences, while housekeeping, transportation, beauty services, exercise programs, and on-site medical care enhance daily living. The surrounding neighborhood has a Walk Score of 61, allowing some errands to be completed on foot, with additional shops and services just a short drive away.

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Overview of All American Assisted Living a Hanson

All American Assisted Living at Hanson offers a resident-focused retirement experience. Specializing in assisted and memory care services, management has thoughtfully curated a place for seniors to age comfortably and easily. By choosing the best approach to senior living, individuals maintain an independent lifestyle that allows them to live life their way. The All American at Hanson’s mission is driven by world-class hospitality, ensuring seniors thrive in a home that helps them age with grace and dignity. Featured accommodations include a library, a dining room, multiple lounge areas, outdoor spaces, a full-service salon, and a fireplace.

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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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Senior Communities in Massachusetts at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 45/ 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: 81The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 494 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.