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Best Independent Living in Canton, MA

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 19 independent living communities in Canton, MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in MA
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Avg Walk Score: 42/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Canton, 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: 76The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Canton, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Canton

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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

NewBridge on the Charles
IL
AL
MC
Dedham (Hebrew Rehabilitation Center At Newbridge)
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 94
Rank #138 / 276
Yes36
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 53
Rank #480 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 22
Rank #118 / 181
-NoNo
The Pryde by LGBTQ Senior Housing Inc.
IL
Hyde Park
-Yes-
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 53
Rank #47 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
The Village at Willow Crossings
IL
AL
MC
RC
Mansfield (Mansfield Center)
104
Facility 104
MA AVG 94
Rank #89 / 276
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #412 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-NoNo
Bixby Brockton
IL
Brockton (Downtown)
-Yes-
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 53
Rank #47 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Grove Manor Estates
IL
AL
MC
Braintree (Grove Street)
70
Facility 70
MA AVG 94
Rank #184 / 276
No15
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 53
Rank #238 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-NoNo
The Lincoln
IL
Brockton
-Yes-
83
Facility 83
MA AVG 53
Rank #102 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed--No-
Serenity Towers at Brockton
IL
Brockton
-Yes-
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 53
Rank #123 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
New Pond Village
IL
AL
MC
Walpole (Plimptonville)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 276
Yes15
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #379 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #156 / 181
C-NoNo
Traditions of Dedham
IL
AL
MC
RC
Dedham
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
No14
57
Facility 57
MA AVG 53
Rank #226 / 498
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #96 / 181
A+YesNo
Bauer House
IL
Quincy (South Quincy)
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 94
Rank #173 / 276
Yes-
84
Facility 84
MA AVG 53
Rank #98 / 498
1 Bed--No-
Walnut Knoll
IL
Foxborough
-Yes-
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 53
Rank #369 / 498
1 Bed--No-
Fulton School Residences
IL
Weymouth (North Easton)
-Yes-
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #379 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Fox Hill Village
IL
AL
MC
Westwood
-Yes-
-
Facility -
MA AVG 53
Rank #494 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 22
Rank #9 / 181
-No-
Orchard Cove
IL
AL
HC
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Canton
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 94
Rank #244 / 276
Yes-
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Highland Glen Apartments
IL
Westwood (Highland Glen)
-Yes-
18
Facility 18
MA AVG 53
Rank #428 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
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Overview of NewBridge on the Charles

Experience premier accommodations at a luxurious retirement community just a few minutes away from Harvard. NewBridge is committed to creating a lifestyle that suits each individual’s needs. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care support, the resort-style retirement home strives to ensure that its residents enjoy the lifestyle they deserve.

As a proud member of the Hebrew Senior Living Community, NewBridge on the Charles has designed every corner of the campus to meet the needs of its residents. Seniors will experience exclusive amenities and services, such as specialized medical support, individualized memory care activities, calendar-filled programs; exclusive Noshi Deli dining, The Shapiro Community Center, and programs through its affiliation with Harvard medical school.

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Overview of The Pryde by Lgbtq Senior Housing

Redefining senior living, The Pryde is the first LGBTQ-affirming senior living community in Hyde Park, MA, offering inclusive independent living. The community features spacious, thoughtfully designed apartments, on-site fitness amenities and wellness programs inspired by the Fitwel Standard. Here, residents also enjoy access to Pryde’s public community center that offers various activities, resources, and events aimed at fostering connections and promoting well-being among the greater community.

At The Pryde, they aim to provide fabulous programming and services that will engage and support residents in celebrating their authentic, multifaceted lives. The community features a large auditorium which serves as a gathering space for music, theater and resident functions, as well as a fully-equipped fitness center, and a sunroom. Residents also have access to an outdoor fitness area, with a walking track, raised garden beds, benches and a pergola. Here, residents are guaranteed a safe living environment where they can be their authentic selves.

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Overview of The Village at Willow Crossings

Settled in the quiet community of Mansfield, MA, The Village at Willow Crossings is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, this community provides specialized programs such as research-based therapy and activities to stimulate memory for those with cognitive conditions.

Explore its top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy inspired dining with chef-prepared meals based on dietary needs, weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen service, and transportation services. Join in diverse options for social activities based on your interests and create meaningful memories with new companions. Maximize comfort and relaxation by visiting its beautifully shared spaces. With The Village at Willow Crossings, seniors are assured of a secure living.

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Overview of Bixby Brockton

Surrounded by thriving local amenities in Brockton, MA, Bixby Brockton is an inviting community that offers independent living. The community has cozy and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Residents have a hassle-free living with round-the-clock maintenance, management, and laundry spaces.

A jam-packed calendar of engaging activities and enriching programs is conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. With a variety of kitchen features, residents can prepare meals that best suit their tastes and dietary needs. Residents are also welcome to bring a cat to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.

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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.

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Overview of The Lincoln

Experience the retirement of your dreams at The Lincoln, a distinguished 62+ community in Brockton, MA, offering independent living. A variety of sophisticated and specially designed studio and one-bedroom floor plans are provided for residents’ comfort and safety. All utilities included, alongside 24-hour emergency maintenance and management, are available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends, especially with plenty of recreational spaces and thriving local shops nearby. Restaurants in the area also provide plenty of delightful options to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is a good option for those looking to downsize in their golden years.

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Overview of Serenity Towers at Brockton

Age gracefully at Serenity Towers at Brockton, a distinct 55+ community in Brockton, MA, offering independent living. Committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, the community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans. On-site maintenance and management are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Fun gathering spaces and plenty of wellness opportunities are available, encouraging residents to live an active and vibrant lifestyle. Residents also have easy access to a variety of dining options with delightful restaurants and shops nearby. Amenities include a library, a sun deck, and a spacious garage, creating the ideal setting for residents to thrive in retirement.

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New Pond Village

180 Main St, Walpole, MA 02081
Overview of New Pond Village

Situated in the beautiful neighborhood of Walpole, MA, the New Pond Village is a trusted senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community provides a relaxed and maintenance free living for all its residents. Spacious and cozy accommodations tailored to the needs of its residents are available. With a dedicated and trained team, residents can avail varying levels of care and support through its Lifecare contract. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are supported by certified dementia practitioners.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including housekeeping and laundry services and on-site salon and barbershop. Indulge in gourmet dining experience prepared a talented culinary team. Participate in a full calendar of activities to further enhance wellness and social engagements. With the New Pond Village, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement experience.

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Overview of Traditions of Dedham

Traditions of Dedham has been running at 735 Washington St since 2002, which puts it at 24 years and counting. The community spans independent living, personal care, memory care, and respite services, all inside a three-story, 95-bed building with studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts.

The Walk Score sits at 57, moderately walkable, and the community is only 1.4 miles from Dedham’s city center. Norwood Hospital is 3.53 miles out, close enough that it’s not an afterthought if health needs shift.

Day-to-day care covers the essentials that actually matter: help with daily activities, laundry, meals, and a system for coordinating with outside healthcare providers when a resident’s needs go beyond what’s handled in-house. Transportation and fitness and recreation programs round out the practical side. Spacious common areas give residents room to actually move around and socialize, and social events and wellness programming are built in, not an afterthought tacked onto a brochure.

Twenty-four years of operating history, four levels of care under one roof, and a location close to both downtown Dedham and a hospital: what Traditions of Dedham is is a community built for staying power, one that can likely accommodate a resident’s needs as they change over time without requiring a move somewhere new.

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Overview of Bauer House

Make every moment of your golden years at Bauer House, an outstanding community in Quincy, MA, offering independent living. Affordable and specially designed one-bedroom floor plans are provided for older adults with low incomes. With income-based rents, including utilities, the community strives to ease financial burdens.

Cozy communal spaces and wellness opportunities in the community allow residents to interact with their surroundings and gain meaningful experiences. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their financial burdens. Here, residents are guaranteed the finest retirement experience amidst a warm and welcoming environment.

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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 Independent Living in Canton, MA

What is the average cost of independent living in Canton, MA?

The average monthly cost of independent living in Canton, MA is approximately $2,890. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for independent living in Canton, MA?

Independent living in Canton, MA typically ranges from $694 - $4,187 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 19 independent living communities in Canton, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Canton, MA?

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 Canton, MA, 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 independent living communities in Canton, MA?

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.