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| The Commons in Lincoln | IL AL MC NH SNF | Lincoln | 32
Facility
32
MA AVG
94
Rank
#268 / 276 | Yes | - |
5
Facility
5
MA AVG
53
Rank
#485 / 498 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | No | - |
| Hebrew SeniorLife | IL AL HC HOS MC NH PC SNF | Boston (Roslindale) | 50
Facility
50
MA AVG
94
Rank
#232 / 276 | No | - |
38
Facility
38
MA AVG
53
Rank
#324 / 498 | - | - | - | No | - |
| River Falls Senior Living | IL NH AL | Fall River | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
94
Rank
#125 / 276 | No | - |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
53
Rank
#24 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
24
Rank
#153 / 180 | - | Yes | No |
| Brookdale Cushing Park | IL AL MC | Framingham (Emeritus At Farm Pond) | 100
Facility
100
MA AVG
94
Rank
#94 / 276 | Yes | 22 |
23
Facility
23
MA AVG
53
Rank
#395 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 48
Facility
48
MA AVG
24
Rank
#1 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| The Village at Willow Crossings | IL AL MC RC | Mansfield (Mansfield Center) | 104
Facility
104
MA AVG
94
Rank
#89 / 276 | Yes | 18 |
21
Facility
21
MA AVG
53
Rank
#412 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | No | No |
| The Gables at Winchester | IL AL RC | Winchester (Cambridge Street) | 123
Facility
123
MA AVG
94
Rank
#55 / 276 | Yes | - |
52
Facility
52
MA AVG
53
Rank
#250 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 35
Facility
35
MA AVG
24
Rank
#20 / 180 | - | No | No |
| AVIVA Country Club Heights | IL AL MC RC | Woburn (Rehabilitation Way) | 107
Facility
107
MA AVG
94
Rank
#86 / 276 | No | 24 |
50
Facility
50
MA AVG
53
Rank
#259 / 498 | Traditional (83), Special Care (24) | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
24
Rank
#27 / 180 | A | No | No |
| Atria Woodbriar Park | IL AL MC RC | Falmouth (Teaticket) | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
94
Rank
#110 / 276 | Yes | 50 |
55
Facility
55
MA AVG
53
Rank
#233 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
24
Rank
#27 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Cadbury Commons | IL AL MC | Cambridge (Neighborhood Nine) | 74
Facility
74
MA AVG
94
Rank
#176 / 276 | Yes | 24 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
53
Rank
#81 / 498 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | A+ | No | No |
| Keystone Commons | IL AL MC | Ludlow (Scott Corners) | 66
Facility
66
MA AVG
94
Rank
#195 / 276 | Yes | 25 |
8
Facility
8
MA AVG
53
Rank
#480 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
24
Rank
#27 / 180 | - | Yes | No |
| Carleton-Willard Village | IL NH CH | Bedford | 179
Facility
179
MA AVG
94
Rank
#12 / 276 | No | - |
6
Facility
6
MA AVG
53
Rank
#484 / 498 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments | - | A+ | No | - |
| Thirwood Place | IL AL | South Yarmouth | 69
Facility
69
MA AVG
94
Rank
#190 / 276 | Yes | - |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
53
Rank
#455 / 498 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Autumn Glen at Dartmouth | IL AL MC | Dartmouth (Smith Mills) | 85
Facility
85
MA AVG
94
Rank
#145 / 276 | Yes | 37 |
21
Facility
21
MA AVG
53
Rank
#412 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Cabot Park Village | IL | Newtonville | - | Yes | - |
71
Facility
71
MA AVG
53
Rank
#165 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | No | - |
| Grove Manor Estates | IL AL MC | Braintree (Grove Street) | 70
Facility
70
MA AVG
94
Rank
#184 / 276 | No | 15 |
54
Facility
54
MA AVG
53
Rank
#238 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
Burrowed in the inviting neighborhood of Lincoln, MA, The Commons in Lincoln is an enticing senior living community offering professional care services. This community is accessible to Boston and its restaurants, music, museums and more. Spacious apartments and cottages are available for its residents tailore to their preferences and needs.
With its exceptional amenities and services, residents can enjoy a fine dining and housekeeping and linen services. Rejuvenate your body through its heated indoor pool and spa. Further self-care efforts by going to an on-site salon and barbershop. Meet new people and create enjoyable experiences at the walking trails and paths. Participate in various wellness and other social activities to boost endurance and engagement. With The Commons in Lincoln, seniors are assured of a classic retirement.
Hebrew SeniorLife has run a 50-bed skilled nursing facility at 1200 Centre Street in Boston’s Roslindale neighborhood since 1903. That’s over 120 years in the same line of work, and it’s affiliated with Harvard Medical School.
Getting around the neighborhood takes some planning. Walk Score sits at 38, somewhat walkable, so a few errands are doable on foot but most need a car.
The care list here runs long: skilled nursing sits alongside post-acute rehabilitative care, short-term and long-term rehab, and long-term chronic care. Memory care runs through the Wolk Center for Memory Health specifically, not just a generic wing. Nursing staff put in close to 4 hours and 40 minutes of total care per resident each day, and the building is wheelchair accessible with 24-hour staffing in place.
What sets this place apart is the sheer range of named programs beyond standard nursing care: outpatient services, in-home care, intergenerational programming, expressive art therapies, a Russian bilingual program, spiritual care, palliative care, and even an elder abuse shelter and prevention program. That’s not a typical lineup for a nursing home.
State inspections here have tended to center on dietary and food service and medication management, themes that show up across nursing homes broadly rather than anything specific to this one.
Altogether, Hebrew SeniorLife is a long-running, well-connected skilled nursing facility with more specialized programming than most, built on more than a century of continuous operation in Boston.
Age gracefully at River Falls Senior Living, a blissful haven in Fall River, MA, offering independent living, assisted living, nursing services, and respite care. Alongside comprehensive care options, the community has beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans that aim to keep residents comfortable and safe. Residents can also keep their peace of mind with maintenance services.
Encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends, a well-thought-out slate of fun activities and enriching programs is conducted. Residents enjoy mealtimes with delicious and well-balanced dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its warm and friendly environment, the community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years.
Nestled on over 100 acres in Framingham, Massachusetts, Brookdale Cushing Park offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services to seniors seeking a high-quality lifestyle. With three levels of care on a single campus, residents can easily transition as their needs change, paying only for the services they require. The community provides a customized service plan, with basic utilities and maintenance typically included in the monthly rate. Brookdale Cushing Park’s compassionate care team assists residents with daily activities, while independent living residents enjoy maintenance-free living with access to restaurant-style dining, social activities, and wellness amenities.
Assisted living offers personalized care in a warm, welcoming environment, with programs to keep residents engaged and connected. Memory care features specially designed spaces and trained associates to guide residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia through a daily path of meaningful engagement. Whether tending to a garden, participating in fitness classes, or enjoying a decadent meal with friends, Brookdale Cushing Park empowers residents to live life to the fullest.
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.
The Gables at Winchester is one of the trusted assisted senior living communities in the city– offering assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. They understand that an enriching senior living experience begins with the right lifestyle that reinvents the meaning of senior care. The home-like community enriches and encourages all residents to still live freely on their own terms while receiving the necessary support. The Gables is a home that honors your trust in them; they ensure that seniors are given the utmost level of care and respect.
The vibrant home offers a list of services that include 24-hour nursing supervision, transportation, housekeeping, medication management, an emergency call response system in every room, and cozy outdoor and indoor common areas. Other activities include movie nights, fitness classes, and other scheduled social events.
Aviva Country Club Heights is a captivating destination where elegance and serenity intertwine. It presents a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care, catering to the diverse needs of its residents. Choose from thoughtfully designed one or two-bedroom floor plans that exude sophistication and charm. As residents step outside, they are greeted by meticulously landscaped grounds, a sanctuary of natural beauty. They can also engage their green thumb with the home’s gardening opportunities while knowing that their cherished pets are not only welcomed but cherished within our pet-friendly community. With its picturesque location adjacent to a scenic golf course, Aviva Country Club Heights offers an enchanting retreat that seamlessly blends contemporary elegance with timeless allure, creating an atmosphere that is both modern and enduring.
Situated in the peaceful area of Falmouth, MA, Atria Woodbriar Park is a remarkable senior living community that specializes in assisted living and memory care. Dedicated to helping residents enjoy a comfortable retirement, the community offers residents with a range of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments for resting or hosting family and friends. Residents’ safety and comfort is guaranteed with a reliable care team that provides round-the-clock care and assistance.
The community elevates residents’ living experience even further by equipping them with Alexa Smart Home devices. Promoting an active and healthy lifestyle, the community offers enriching activities and nourishing, chef-prepared meals. Residents also benefit from a wide array of amenities, such as a swimming pool, a salon and spa, an onsite physician office space, a movie theater, a fitness center, pub, and relaxing outdoor spaces for a more enjoyable and convenient living experience.
Cadbury Commons has proudly remained a family-owned and operated haven for over 27 years in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their commitment to fostering both assisted independence and senior living is unwavering, offering a comprehensive range of services that include memory care. With an environment tailored to the needs of seniors, this residence thrives on vibrant activity, offering a diverse array of avenues for engaging new experiences, whether in the realms of business, education, travel, or the arts.
From a well-stocked library to a rejuvenating fitness center and a dedicated computer area, the community provides spaces for both personal growth and social interaction. The serene atmosphere is complemented by the convenience of an on-site salon and spa, ready to pamper and rejuvenate. Embracing pets and offering access to private off-street parking, Cadbury Commons creates an environment that feels like home, complete with memory care support groups that provide invaluable connections. Additionally, a variety of independent living floor plans cater to individual preferences, while the assisted living facilities ensure a seamless transition to a supportive and enriching lifestyle
Experience an exceptional stay with the Keystone Commons located in the vibrant neighborhood of Ludlow, MA. This community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Spacious and beautifully appointed accommodations ranging from one-bedroom to two-bedroom are available based on residents’ preferences. In terms of memory care, a cutting-edge program known as Holistic Harbors is thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and other services including weekly and bi-weekly housekeeping and linen services, on-site wellness resources, scheduled transportation, and valet service. Enjoy delightful and nutritious meals in elegant dining. Participate in diverse social activities and wellness programs to boost engagement and endurance. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can enjoy a wondrous retirement with the Keystone Commons.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living 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
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 Massachusetts
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 231 independent living communities in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living 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 independent living 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.













