Page 10 of Best Memory Care in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 225 memory care providers in MA using MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MA
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We analyzed These are the providers in Massachusetts our team has analyzed — not a count of every memory care provider in Massachusetts. Home health and home care providers may be included if they specialize in memory care services.
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Avg Walk Score: 53/ 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: 94The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
John Bertram House
MC
AL
HOS
Salem (Charter Street Historic District)
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 94
Rank #271 / 276
Yes-
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 53
Rank #19 / 490
Studio / Suite
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
-NoNo
New Horizons at Marlborough
MC
AL
IL
Marlborough
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 276
Yes-
19
Facility 19
MA AVG 53
Rank #422 / 490
-
31
Facility 31
MA AVG 22
Rank #13 / 181
A+No-
The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
Winthrop
73
Facility 73
MA AVG 94
Rank #178 / 276
No20
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 53
Rank #164 / 490
Traditional (53), Special Care (20)
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #140 / 181
-NoNo
Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Belmont (Waverley Square)
156
Facility 156
MA AVG 94
Rank #25 / 276
No-
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 53
Rank #122 / 490
Private / 2 Bed Rooms-A+No-
Lighthouse Nursing Care Center
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Revere
123
Facility 123
MA AVG 94
Rank #55 / 276
No-
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 53
Rank #180 / 490
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
Sugar Hill Assisted Living
MC
AL
IL
Dalton
42
Facility 42
MA AVG 94
Rank #252 / 276
No13
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #446 / 490
Traditional (29), Special Care (13)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 22
Rank #96 / 181
-YesNo
The Branches of Marlboro
MC
AL
RC
Marlborough
58
Facility 58
MA AVG 94
Rank #216 / 276
Yes14
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #383 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
7
Facility 7
MA AVG 22
Rank #171 / 181
C-NoNo
Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay
MC
AL
IL
Buzzards Bay
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 94
Rank #173 / 276
Yes20
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 53
Rank #213 / 490
1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #140 / 181
-NoNo
The Reserve at East Longmeadow
MC
AL
IL
RC
East Longmeadow
103
Facility 103
MA AVG 94
Rank #91 / 276
No32
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 53
Rank #442 / 490
Traditional (71), Special Care (32)
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #131 / 181
-NoNo
Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham
MC
AL
Hingham
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 94
Rank #236 / 276
No48
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 53
Rank #208 / 490
Private / Companion Suites
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 22
Rank #123 / 181
-NoNo

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 225 on this page.

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Overview of John Bertram House

Indulge in a peaceful yet vibrant retirement experience in John Bertram House, an inviting senior living community in Salem, MA, offering excellent assisted living, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community provides residents with cozy and stunning accommodations that offer an ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and safety, ensuring a comfortable living experience. Dedicated team members and caregivers provide quality services and support that allows residents to live conveniently and healthily.

A vibrant range of activities that cover various interests are also offered to give residents countless opportunities to lead active and dynamic lives. Extra services, such as transportation, an on-site salon, podiatry, and occupational, physical, and speech therapy are offered as well for residents’ convenience. Here, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing yet fulfilling retirement experience.

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New Horizons at Marlborough

400 Hemenway St, Marlborough, Ma 01752, Marlborough, MA 01752
Overview of New Horizons at Marlborough

New Horizons at Marlborough is a 120-bed senior living community located at 400 Hemenway Street in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Middlesex County, the facility operates as a nonprofit community providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care for residents aged 62 and older. The community accepts Medicare and carries a geriatric psychiatry designation.

The facility provides 24-hour staffing and maintains a doctor on staff. The campus includes an on-site pharmacy and a fitness center. Resident suites are equipped with emergency call systems, and the property features an emergency power system. Clinical offerings are designed to support residents with behavioral or psychiatric care needs.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records show that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.

Confirmed amenities include daily breakfast and dinner, an on-site health club, a library, and outdoor picnic areas. Monthly fees include utilities, housekeeping, and linen services. Three daily meals are provided in community dining rooms. Religious services, including Catholic Mass and Protestant services, are held on-site. Specific details regarding staffing ratios and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data.

Families seeking nonprofit assisted living or memory care with on-site psychiatric and medical support may find this setting suitable. Families evaluating New Horizons at Marlborough should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

Contact New Horizons at Marlborough

Overview of The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living

Just a few minutes away from Boston is the Park at Harbor View Senior Living in Winthrop. The Park offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care; where they have been recognized as the Best Assisted Living for 2022 to 2023 by the U.S. News and World Report. The senior living community is made up of compassionate and professional staff who are dedicated to delivering the best level of care that meet the emotional, spiritual, and physical needs of each resident. The Parc ensures that each and everyone of their residents are being well cared for.
The Parc has created award-winning programs that boast friendly and results-driven activities such as their SPARK™ program that aims to enhance and enrich the experiences and lifestyle of their residents by designing specific care plans that are matches their interests, abilities, and needs– from baking to bingo, there’s always something available for everyone.

Contact The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living

Overview of Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Belmont Manor is an idyllic community located near recreation sites and convenient local amenities on Agassiz Avenue, Belmont, MA, that offers skilled nursing. The community features a wide range of care options, including podiatry, respite care, short-term rehabilitation, and therapy services, alongside Alzheimer’s special care unit, ensuring residents can find the care they need. As a Medicaid- and Medicare-certified community, the community strives to ease residents’ financial challenges.

Aside from their healthcare needs, the community also conducts fun recreational activities and engaging social events to keep residents active and happy. Accommodating residents’ dietary needs, dietitian-approved meals are served for a delightful dining experience. The community is great for those who need supplementary care to live comfortably in their golden years.

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Overview of Lighthouse Nursing Care Center

Set in the neighborhood of Revere, MA, Lighthouse Nursing Care Center is an exceptional senior care provider that offers skilled nursing, transitional care, and rehabilitation services. The community strives to help recovering residents return to their homes as soon as possible through its excellent medical and therapy services provided by a dependable team of care professionals. Residents’ accommodations are tailored to foster a home-like environment while allowing for convenient delivery of care and navigation.

Apart from its exceptional services, the community also prioritizes the ambiance of their campus and makes sure residents also enjoy opportunities for socialization and enjoyment. Hence, residents are offered a variety of fun and engaging activities and thoughtful amenities. Gourmet dining, airy lounges, beautifully-maintained grounds, and salon services are also offered to enhance residents’ comfort and convenience.

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Overview of Sugar Hill Assisted Living

Combining the elegance of past architecture and modernity of the present, Sugar Hill sitting on 19 acres of land in Main Street, Dalton, MA, is a paradisal senior living community providing assisted living, retirement living, and memory care. With Georgian Revival-themed accommodations, seniors live gracefully and safely. Committed to delivering the highest standard of care and assistance, residents enjoy their golden years free of worry and household duties.

The community’s ethereal architecture was preserved for seniors’ amusement. Aside from the scenic architecture, seniors are encouraged to participate in fun activities for their enjoyment and wellness. Healthy and tasty meals are served to satisfy resident’s nutritional requirements and cravings. Sugar Hill promises a comfortable and safe community and empowers seniors to live confidently and maximize their full potential.

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Overview of The Branches of Marlboro

Settled in the welcoming community of Marlborough, MA, The Branches of Marlboro is an inviting senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Cozy and spacious accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and memory care companion suite are available for its residents. With a trained and dedicated team, the community is committed to providing comfort and care that feels like home wherein residents can receive 24/7 care catering to their personal needs. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including an inspired dining and concierge service. Explore its beautiful places such as the bistro, fitness center, recreation room, outdoor courtyard, and container gardens to boost wellness and social engagement. Participate in diverse social activities and create meaningful memories with new companions. At the Branches of Mindoro, seniors can enjoy a wondrous living.

Contact The Branches of Marlboro

Overview of Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay

Set in the quiet neighborhood of Buzzards Bay, MA, the Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay is a vibrant senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can choose among beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom and two-bedroom. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, this community also renders round-the-clock care and assistance for its residents. In terms of memory care, a cutting-edge program known as Holistic Harbors is a deeply inclusive and holistic approach catering to the needs of those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

With its above-and-beyond amenities and services, residents can enjoy weekly and bi-weekly housekeeping and linen services, on-site wellness resources, and scheduled transportation. Indulge in delectable and nutritious meals with elegant dining. Have fun with interactive social activities prepared by a professional team. With Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay, seniors can surely live life to the fullest.

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Overview of The Reserve at East Longmeadow

Located in the beautiful community of East Longmeadow, MA, The Reserve at East Longmeadow is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and temporary stay. Here, residents can select from stunning and spacious fully furnished apartments based on their preferences. With a highly trained and compassionate team, residents can receive round-the-clock personalized care and services to ensure their comfort and security.

At The Reserve at East Longmeadow, residents enjoy a range of convenient and comfortable services, including complimentary transportation, access to healthcare professionals, and exercise spaces with classes. Daily needs are met with expert housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance services. The community offers enriching amenities such as a well-stocked library, inviting living rooms, entertainment spaces, a salon, and private dining areas. Gourmet meals are prepared by a talented culinary team with a focus on variety and wellness. Residents benefit from opportunities for continuing education, cultural enrichment, and physical wellness. The Reserve at East Longmeadow emphasizes exceptional service and hospitality, making life easy and enjoyable for its residents.

Contact The Reserve at East Longmeadow

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham

1 Sgt William B Terry Dr, Hingham, MA 02043
Overview of Bridges® by Epoch at Hingham

Make every moment count with Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham residing in the peaceful 1 Sgt William B. Terry Drive, Hingham, MA, that specializes in memory care. The community strives to create a haven for seniors with three purposely built and welcoming households, ensuring a comfortable and safe retirement. With a team of highly qualified and well-trained professionals providing top-notch care and assistance around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and live to their potential.

The community promotes a vibrant and friendly environment for seniors to mingle with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. Moreover, Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham ensures its team is well-cared for to deliver better support for residents. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals satisfying dietary needs and preferences. Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham is a good place for individuals with dementia to spend their golden years without feeling restricted by their special needs.

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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 Memory Care in Massachusetts

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.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 225 memory care communities in Massachusetts. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.