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Compare Memory Care around Boston (Metro Area)
The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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| The Cottages of Dartmouth Village |
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.
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 |
88
Facility
88
MA AVG
116
Rank
#135 / 279
| No | 43 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
48
Rank
#403 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed |
27
Facility
27
MA AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Heights Crossing Assisted Living |
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.
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. |
Brockton |
100
Facility
100
MA AVG
116
Rank
#93 / 279
| Yes | 21 |
67
Facility
67
MA AVG
48
Rank
#185 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| A | Yes | No |
| Grove Manor Estates |
LSL
Luxury Senior Living
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. |
Braintree (Grove Street) |
70
Facility
70
MA AVG
116
Rank
#185 / 279
| No | 15 |
54
Facility
54
MA AVG
48
Rank
#238 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Youville Place |
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.
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. |
Lexington (Munroe Station) |
95
Facility
95
MA AVG
116
Rank
#110 / 279
| Yes | 24 |
28
Facility
28
MA AVG
48
Rank
#366 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| - | Yes | No |
| Atria Marina 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.
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 Quincy (Marina Bay) |
110
Facility
110
MA AVG
116
Rank
#79 / 279
| Yes | 21 |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
48
Rank
#456 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
27
Facility
27
MA AVG
—
Rank
#82 / 180
| - | No | Yes |
| Providence House Assisted Living |
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.
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. |
Brighton |
102
Facility
102
MA AVG
116
Rank
#92 / 279
| Yes | 12 |
87
Facility
87
MA AVG
48
Rank
#72 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
—
Rank
#108 / 180
| - | Yes | No |
| Atria Longmeadow Place |
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.
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. |
Burlington |
110
Facility
110
MA AVG
116
Rank
#79 / 279
| Yes | 13 |
53
Facility
53
MA AVG
48
Rank
#244 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
28
Facility
28
MA AVG
—
Rank
#56 / 180
| - | Yes | No |
| Goddard House Assisted Living |
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.
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. |
Brookline |
115
Facility
115
MA AVG
116
Rank
#69 / 279
| Yes | 40 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
48
Rank
#228 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| - | Yes | No |
| Stonebridge at Burlington |
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.
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. |
Burlington |
110
Facility
110
MA AVG
116
Rank
#79 / 279
| Yes | 26 |
36
Facility
36
MA AVG
48
Rank
#330 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Companion |
13
Facility
13
MA AVG
—
Rank
#139 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Edelweiss Village |
HC
Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
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.
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. |
West Roxbury |
58
Facility
58
MA AVG
116
Rank
#217 / 279
| No | 1 |
72
Facility
72
MA AVG
48
Rank
#162 / 499
| Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
20
Facility
20
MA AVG
—
Rank
#115 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Rogerson House |
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. |
Boston (Jamaica Hills) |
40
Facility
40
MA AVG
116
Rank
#256 / 279
| No | 40 |
91
Facility
91
MA AVG
48
Rank
#39 / 499
| Studio |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Compass on the Bay |
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. |
South Boston |
39
Facility
39
MA AVG
116
Rank
#264 / 279
| No | 39 |
72
Facility
72
MA AVG
48
Rank
#162 / 499
| Studio |
29
Facility
29
MA AVG
—
Rank
#37 / 180
| - | No | No |
| Brightview Canton |
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. |
Canton (Ponkapoag) |
65
Facility
65
MA AVG
116
Rank
#198 / 279
| No | 25 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
48
Rank
#403 / 499
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
10
Facility
10
MA AVG
—
Rank
#162 / 180
| - | No | No |
Overlooking the neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, MA, Rogerson House is a dependable senior living community, offering a personalized approach to memory care, assisted living, and respite care. The community primarily caters to residents dealing with the challenges of memory loss, offering them a safe haven free from the clamor and demands of world affairs. An experienced team of compassionate professionals are always available to offer assistance with daily living activities, personal care, or meal assistance, making residents’ lives easier.
The community thoughtfully curates a wide array of social engagement activities designed to foster therapeutic experiences that enhance residents’ living experience and nurture their overall well-being. Residents also enjoy access to an extensive list of therapeutic programs run by trained memory care professionals to provide them with a wide array of mentally-stimulating and physically-invigorating social and educational activities. Here, residents are given all the tools, care, and opportunities they need to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Two-story
Fitness and Recreation
Considerably the only senior living community exclusively offering memory care in Boston, Compass on the Bay is a tightly knit community that provides a warm and welcoming environment for the residents; allowing management and staff to give their full attention to memory care residents. The memory care community also strives in housing a professional care staff that delivers compassion and kindness to every resident. Compass on the Bay proudly offers a unique approach to memory care while maintaining a homey atmosphere for their residents to feel a sense of belonging.
Compass includes services and amenities that promote an independent lifestyle for them while receiving quality assistance. Their services include housekeeping, laundry, transportation, meals provided, stimulating memory retention activities, and supervised care 24/7.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Brightview Canton
Have a magnificent retirement with Brightview Canton, located in the vibrant community of Canton, MA, offering a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and enhanced care. The community features resort-style amenities and dining, ensuring an active and luxurious lifestyle. As an award-winning community, ranking 1st in FORTUNE Magazine for four consecutive years already, residents can receive the top-notch customized care and support they deserve.
Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including gourmet dining prepared by a talented culinary team, a full-service salon, and on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Engage in a diverse set of life enrichment programs focusing on engagement, recreation, and wellness. With Brightview Canton, seniors are assured of enjoyable, fulfilling, and worry-free senior living.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 160 Residents
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Fitness and Recreation
Movie Theater
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care 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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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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 Memory Care in Boston, MA
What is the average cost of memory care in Boston, MA?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Boston, MA is approximately $7,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Boston, MA?
Memory care in Boston, MA typically ranges from $5,500–$8,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Boston, MA?
Memory care communities in Boston, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
How many licensed memory care communities are there in Boston, MA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 3+ (Compass on the Bay, Zelma Lacey House) licensed memory care communities in Boston, MA.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Massachusetts?
Assisted living in Massachusetts supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover memory care?
Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Massachusetts) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
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