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| The Residence at Orchard Grove |
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. | Shrewsbury | 80 | Yes | 20 | 24 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27 | - | No | No |
| Brightview Danvers |
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. | Danvers (Danversport) | 79 | Yes | 24 | 48 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 18 | A | 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 | No | 37 | 21 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29 | - | No | No |
| The Residence at Melrose Station |
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.
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 | Yes | 25 | 93 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27 | - | No | No |
| 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 | Yes | 20 | 60 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11 | - | No | No |
| Brightview North Andover |
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. | North Andover (Turnpike Street) | 76 | No | 27 | 4 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 13 | - | No | No |
| Atria Woodbriar Park |
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. | Falmouth (Teaticket) | 95 | Yes | 50 | 55 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30 | - | No | No |
| The Residence at Bedford |
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. | Bedford | 92 | No | 26 | 34 | Traditional (66), Special Care (26) | - | - | No | No |
| Herrick House |
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.
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. | Beverly | 86 | No | 16 | 25 | Studio / 1 Bedroom / 2 Bedroom | 30 | - | No | Yes |
| The Current South Shore |
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. | Weymouth (Brookfield Village) | 74 | No | 26 | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | No | No |
| The Wellington at Springfield |
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. | Springfield (Pine Point) | 91 | No | 18 | 32 | Traditional (73), Special Care (18) | 20 | - | Yes | No |
| Thirwood Place |
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. | South Yarmouth | 69 | Yes | - | 12 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29 | - | No | No |
| The Arbors at Stoneham |
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. | Stoneham (Franklin Street) | 84 | Yes | 26 | 12 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12 | - | Yes | No |
| The Current Beverly |
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.
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. | Beverly (Beverly Center Business District) | 98 | No | 15 | 93 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | No | No |
| Grove Manor Estates |
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.
LSL Luxury Senior Living
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. | Braintree (Grove Street) | 70 | No | 15 | 54 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29 | - | No | No |
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Ideally set in the harmonious neighborhood of Springfield, MA, Museum Park Apartments is a distinct community that offers independent living. The community is committed to improving the quality of life of those 55+, providing thoughtfully furnished and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour emergency maintenance and safety features are available for residents’ safety.
With nearby parks, shopping, and recreational spaces, residents can spend their days as they please. A fully equipped kitchen is also provided, allowing residents to prepare meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are also allowed to bring their pet cat to accompany them and ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and welcoming environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their golden years.
Overview of Museum Park Apartments
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 435 / 446 - 597 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Parking Available
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.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 392 / 581 sq. ft
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Parking Available
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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 660 - 770 / 950 - 990 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Parking Available
Spend your best years at Hunter Place Apartments, a blissful retreat in Springfield, MA, offering independent living. Dedicated to those 55+, the community has beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. 24-hour maintenance and laundry spaces are also provided, ensuring residents enjoy a hassle-free living.
Thriving local shops and recreational spaces surround the area, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents can also prepare meals that best suit their tastes and dietary needs with a full kitchen. The community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years while staying on a budget, especially with its income-based rents and friendly setting.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Parking Available
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.
Overview of Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept
Total Residents: 169 Residents
Building Type: 2-story
Ideally situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Lynn, MA, Saint Mary’s Plaza is a specially designed community that offers independent living. 99 cozy and sophisticated floor plans are provided, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. With round-the-clock emergency maintenance and compassionate management, residents maintain their independence without hassles.
Distinct local shops and recreational spaces are available nearby, providing residents with unending leisure and wellness opportunities. Residents also enjoy a variety of delightful dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences, with restaurants in the area. Pets are welcome to accompany residents and prevent them from getting lonely. The community strives to help residents thrive in their golden years, accompanied by its warm and inviting setting.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Security Systems
Parking Available
Make every moment of your best years at Campello High Rise, a blissful retreat in Brockton, MA, offering independent living. Featuring purposely designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy a hassle-free lifestyle with maintenance services and plenty of convenient apartment features.
Exercise classes and cozy gathering spaces are provided, encouraging residents to live actively and make new friends. Delicious lunch is also available five days a week, so residents have the finest dining experience that caters to their dietary needs and preferences. A variety of unique shops and local amenities are easily accessible for residents’ needs and leisure. The community is a great option for those aiming to downsize in retirement, especially with its vibrant and welcoming setting.
Overview of Campello High Rise
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Exercise Programs
Spend your best years at Riverside Towers, a distinguished community set in the thriving neighborhood of Medford, MA, offering independent living. Thoughtfully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans are provided in a warm and welcoming environment, so residents can feel at ease during their stay. On-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces are also available, ensuring residents can maintain their independence without hassles.
Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with a well-planned calendar of engaging activities and stimulating programs. A variety of delightful restaurants are also available nearby, providing delicious and well-balanced meals based on their dietary needs and preferences. Amenities include a library, a fitness center, a recreation room, a business center, a media room, and a spacious courtyard, creating the ideal setting for residents to flourish in retirement.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 729 / 994 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
Parking Available
Ideally situated near Morton Hospital in Taunton, MA, Mill Pond Apartments is an outstanding community that offers independent living. The community has specially designed and sophisticated one- and two-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Maintenance services and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.
Thriving local shops and recreational spaces are easily accessible, providing residents with endless leisure and wellness opportunities. A BBQ and picnic are also available, so residents can enjoy mealtimes with friends that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to promote a vibrant and inviting environment, so residents have the finest retirement experience.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 62 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Parking Available
Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Orange Street, an inviting community in Waltham, MA, offering independent living. The community has beautifully furnished and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, dedicated to those 60+ and adults with disability. Rents are also income-based, striving to ease financial burdens.
With recreational spaces and unique local shops in the area, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. A variety of dining options are also available through restaurants nearby, striving to meet residents’ dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those seeking independence in retirement, especially with its warm and friendly environment.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 60 Years Old
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
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View Full Ranking MethodologyHow We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities
Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.
Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.
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Balancing Additional FactorsThe largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.
An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:
Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
Website quality and digital trust indicators
Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)
These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.
The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.
These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.
The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What government services provide money for senior housing?
Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:
- Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
- Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
- Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
- Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
- State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
- Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
- Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?
Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.
Do you help families that need Medicaid?
Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.
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We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.
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