Page 14 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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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.
Benchmark at Hanover
MC
AL
RC
Hanover
-Yes-
41
Facility 41
MA AVG 53
Rank #307 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
C-No-
Sudbury Pines Extended Care
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Sudbury
92
Facility 92
MA AVG 94
Rank #119 / 276
No-
43
Facility 43
MA AVG 53
Rank #299 / 490
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
All American Assisted Living at Wareham
MC
AL
RC
Wareham
58
Facility 58
MA AVG 94
Rank #216 / 276
No13
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #376 / 490
Traditional (45), Special Care (13)
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #156 / 181
-NoNo
Wingate Residences at Haverhill
MC
AL
Haverhill (Highlandville)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 276
Yes20
18
Facility 18
MA AVG 53
Rank #425 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 22
Rank #166 / 181
-NoNo
Bridges® by Epoch at Andover
MC
AL
Andover (West Andover)
63
Facility 63
MA AVG 94
Rank #202 / 276
No63
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 53
Rank #442 / 490
Suite
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 22
Rank #166 / 181
-NoNo
The Residence at Natick South
MC
AL
IL
RC
Natick
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 94
Rank #142 / 276
No24
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 53
Rank #151 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--NoNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
MC
AL
RC
Waltham (North Waltham)
-Yes-
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #376 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
C-No-
St Patrick’s Manor
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Framingham
333
Facility 333
MA AVG 94
Rank #2 / 276
No-
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 53
Rank #435 / 490
Private/Semi-Private Rooms--No-
Sherrill House
MC
HOS
NH
PC
SNF
Boston (Jamaica Hills)
196
Facility 196
MA AVG 94
Rank #9 / 276
No-
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 53
Rank #132 / 490
---No-
The Delaney at The Vale
MC
AL
IL
Woburn
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 276
No36
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 53
Rank #431 / 490
Traditional (84), Special Care (36)--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 Benchmark at Hanover

Based in the beautiful neighborhood of Hanover, MA, the Benchmark at Hanover is a peculiar senior living community providing assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, companion, two-bedroom, memory care studio, and memory care companion are available for its residents. As for memory care services, residents with cognitive conditions can receive personalized and round-the-clock needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment. In terms of respite care, short-term stays with extra care services are also available.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services including an inspired dining experience with delightful and healthy chef-prepared meals and concierge services like weekly housekeeping and transportation assistance. Meet new companions and build lasting connections within its beautiful shared spaces. Join a full calendar of events for active living prepared and coordinated by a professional team. With Benchmark at Hanover, seniors are guaranteed an empowering retirement.

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Overview of Sudbury Pines Extended Care

Sudbury Pines Extended Care is a family-owned and operated care home in Sudbury, MA, offering a relaxing environment for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. They offer the services of a large skilled nursing community in a serene and intimate environment that caters to residents’ unique needs and preferences. They help residents maximize their abilities by providing them tailored physical, occupational, and speech therapies, alongside a well-equipped gym.

With the help of their dedicated activities and recreational personnel, residents have access to an array of enriching activities and programs that nurture their overall well-being. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served daily with flexible dining options to accommodate residents’ preferences. Here, residents enjoy a combination of comfort, quality care, and enriching experiences in a cozy and supportive environment.

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Overview of All American Assisted Living at Wareham

Considered a trusted and premier community in Wareham, All American Warehome offers assisted living and memory care support to seniors looking to retire with ease and comfort. The resident-focused atmosphere encourages residents to live independently with the support of the professional staff who ensure family-like treatment during their stay. The lifestyle at All American Wareham is centered on creating an easy and comfortable senior living experience for its residents in an affordable, luxury setting. Its premier amenities include a library, a dining room, multiple lounge areas, outdoor spaces, a full-service salon, and a fireplace.

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Overview of Wingate Residences at Haverhill

Wingate Residences at Haverhill is an outstanding senior living community in Hillsborough County, Newton, MA, offering a full continuum of services, from independent living and assisted living to memory care, skilled nursing, and home care. Featuring a 24-hour on-site care team and round-the-clock emergency response system, residents can comfortably rest knowing that they have immediate access to assistance should they need it. A wellness team thoroughly assesses residents’ needs and preferences and provides them with personalized care plans that best fits their individual care needs.

Residents also enjoy an engaging life enrichment calendar, including educational seminars, entertainment, lectures, and more. With weekly housekeeping and personal laundry service, residents have more time to spend on exploring the community amenities or participating in community activities. Three chef-crafted, artisan meals are served daily to make sure residents always eat healthy on-time. With convenient access to care when they need it and an array of wonderful amenities, residents are guaranteed to enjoy the lifestyle they are looking for.

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Overview of Bridges® by Epoch at Andover

Set in Andover, MA, Bridges® by Epoch at Andover is a compassionate senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care services. The community guarantees each resident is provided with the care that matches their needs with the help of a dependable care team that curates care plans that align with residents’ individual needs. Care provision is also made easy with senior-friendly technology that helps the care team provide the very best care and support for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss.

Residents also enjoy dementia-friendly life enrichment programs, including exercise, cultural and travel programs, trivia and games, spiritual videos and more for a fulfilling and stimulating lifestyle. The community also features chef-prepared dining with a healthy and delicious selection of meals that are carefully curated to accommodate the residents’ specific dietary needs and preferences. Here, residents are guaranteed to live their best lives despite their afflictions with all the support they need.

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Overview of The Residence at Natick South

Live your golden years away from stress and worries in The Residence at Natick South, an excellent community in Natick, MA that provides various levels of care. The community ensures residents have everything they need to live comfortably by offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care on one campus. Residents here are provided with compassionate care and assistance with their daily living activities, personal care, and medication management for a comfortable and convenient living experience.

Those living with the challenges of memory loss are guaranteed to receive top-notch care from the community’s National Institute for Dementia Education (NIDE) certified caregivers. An enriching array of activities is also offered to give residents the opportunities they need to maintain their mental and physical well-being. Residents also enjoy the convenience of having chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and laundry services for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Whether you’re seeking comfort or enriching experiences, you’ll find everything you need in The Residence at Natick South.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings

Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings is a distinguished haven that not only provides award-winning care but also understands the importance of affordability. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, this residence offers a harmonious blend of exceptional assisted living and memory care services. Nestled within a thriving community, Waltham Crossings presents a range of thoughtfully designed and affordable assisted living apartments, making it a prime destination for those seeking comfort without compromise.

Its extensive array of on-site medical and wellness programs is matched by an equally impressive jam packed calendar of engaging events and activities. Beyond its enriching offerings, this residence is keenly aware of assisted living costs and ensures that every aspect of its community exudes value and accessibility. From the convenience of location and parking to the comforting accommodations and thriving social ambiance, Waltham Crossings stands as an embodiment of affordable senior care that never compromises on quality. With meticulous attention to detail, from transportation services to housekeeping and carefully tended grounds, every resident finds themselves immersed in a world where affordable living harmonizes seamlessly with exceptional care.

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Overview of St Patrick’s Manor

St. Patrick’s Manor is a non-profit nursing home in Framingham, MA, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, respite care, and hospice care. The community’s home-like and supportive environment ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24/7 care, well-balanced meals, and recreational activities, residents experience maintenance-free living. Individualized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring they can recover and return to their routines with ease.

Arts and crafts, cooking, and exercises help residents live actively and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also rest and move around comfortably in the spacious outdoors and thoughtfully furnished amenities. Nestled in the tree-lined residential area of Framingham, near restaurants and local amenities, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Massachusetts, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Sherrill House

Sherrill House is a not-for-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center that provides graceful living for short-term or long-term residents. This skilled nursing haven also provides services for memory care. Residents of all backgrounds receive supportive assistance for everyday living with enriching activities that contribute to a high success rate for recovery. Sherrill House boasts its world-class clinical excellence that improves the quality of life for all seniors. 
Sherrill House offers an advanced level of recovery found in their short-term and long-term services that care for stroke recovery, communication disorders, and orthopedic care, tube feeding, palliative and hospice care, pain management, and heart surgery care. They exclusively offer their Return To Home™ occupational therapy program that offers fully-equipped technology that makes the recovery period faster.

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Overview of The Delaney at the Vale

The Delaney at the Vale is an exciting new senior living community in Woburn, Massachusetts, offering high-end amenities, upscale concierge services, and a sophisticated contemporary style for a signature retirement experience. As part of a new development just west of I-93 at Montvale Avenue, the community allows residents to stay connected to their family, friends, and the community they know while enjoying carefree living and sophisticated style.

The Delaney at the Vale is managed by Life Care Services, a nationwide leader in senior living with more than 50 years of proven experience. In 2021, Life Care Services earned the J.D. Power award for Customer Satisfaction in Senior Living among independent living residents for the third consecutive year, with 95% of all residents recommending a Life Care Services managed community to a friend. The community offers a variety of living options, including maintenance-free independent living, premier assisted living, and memory care. Residents can enjoy experiences such as visiting nearby parks, the Tri-Community Greenway, upscale shopping and dining in neighboring communities, and the allure of Boston’s entertainment, cultural, dining, and sports attractions. The Delaney at the Vale features multiple thoughtfully designed floor plans to fit residents’ personal lifestyles.

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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.