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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 |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm |
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.
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. | Danvers (Ferncroft) | 80 | Yes | 20 | 35 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29 | F | Yes | 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 |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn |
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. | Woburn (Walnut Hill) | 87 | Yes | 20 | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28 | F | No | No |
| 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 | No | 43 | 22 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27 | - | No | No |
| The Falls at Cordingly Dam |
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. | Newton (Newton Lower Falls) | 90 | Yes | 27 | 54 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29 | F | No | Yes |
| 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 |
| Cornerstone at 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.
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 | 87 | Yes | 22 | 64 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 12 | A+ | No | No |
| Brightview Arlington |
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. | Arlington (Symmes Road) | 90 | No | 30 | 67 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12 | - | 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 |
| Sunrise of Burlington |
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.
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.
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. | Burlington | 79 | Yes | 29 | 47 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 21 | - | No | No |
| Brightview Concord River |
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. | Billerica (Concord Road) | 93 | No | 27 | 13 | Studio / 1 Bed | 17 | - | Yes | 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 |
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Peacefully nestled in the lovely neighborhood of Plymouth, Massachusetts, Sunrise of Plymouth Beach is an inviting and stunning senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care services. The community boasts picturesque surroundings and comfortable accommodations that foster a peaceful and relaxing living experience. Recognized as a Best Assisted Living community by the U.S. News and World Report, the community ensures residents are provided with top-notch care and excellent services.
In addition to its beautiful surroundings and excellent care services, the community provides access to an array of amenities, including a pool, game room, relaxing patios, and more. Residents can choose from a range of dynamic and engaging activities with something for everyone to enjoy. Fresh, homemade meals are also available to make sure residents enjoy a filling dining experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Marian Manor is a non-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Boston. The nursing home offers a top-notch level of service that is sponsored by the Carmelite Sister for the Aged and the Infirm. Management ensures that the mental, physical, and emotional needs of their residents are met and satisfied; they provide a personalized care program that is focused on the specific needs of each unique individual. Marian Manor is where opportunities happen, and where residents know and feel that they belong.
Overview of Marian Manor Nursing Home
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 366
Building Type: Mid-rise
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.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Parking Available
Based in Westford, MA, Granite Willow Home Care is a distinct home care providers that offer personal care, dementia care, overnight care, 24-hour care, back-to-home transition support, and respite care. Older adults receive the highest quality of care tailored to their personal needs from a kind and highly trained team whenever necessary. Chores and housekeeping are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have more time to do the things they love.
Older adults are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with friendly companions, engaging in fun conversation, and helping with errands. Cooking and feeding are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have delicious and healthy dining meals that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Medication reminders, mobility assistance, and incontinence care are available for convenience and safety. This home care agency is ideal for those seeking exceptional care to live comfortably in their place of residence.
Overview of Granite Willow Home Care
What does this home offer?
Personal Care Assistance
Companionship
Grocery Shopping and Errands
Meal Preparation
Light Housekeeping
Receive exceptional care from Big Hearts Home Care Services LLC, a dedicated home care agency based in Boston, MA, offering personal care, dementia care, end-of-life care, companionship, and safety supervision. A compassionate and well-trained team provides top-notch care tailored to older adults’ needs, ensuring their comfort and safety. Daily living activities, light housekeeping, and laundry are also taken care of, ensuring older adults have a worry-free lifestyle.
Friendly companions encourage older adults to live actively and make new friends, promoting an active and vibrant lifestyle. Older adults also enjoy a hassle-free dining with delightful and healthy meals prepared for their dietary needs and preferences. Medication assistance and assistance with errands are also provided for convenience and safety. With its dedicated services, the community strives to help older adults age in place.
Overview of Big Hearts Home Care Services LLC
What does this home offer?
Personal Care Assistance
Companionship
Medication Reminders
Experience a high quality of life with Always There Homecare, a reliable home care provider in Acton, MA, dedicated to helping residents maintain their overall well-being in the comfort of their homes. They feature a team of compassionate caregivers to assist residents with their daily activities and personal care for a comfortable living experience. To help lessen feelings of isolation and loneliness among residents, their team also provides residents with companionship and emotional support.
Residents are also liberated from tedious household chores and enjoy a safe and well-maintained living environment with home-making services available to them. With personalized care plans, residents can receive just the right amount of care to maintain their well-being and preserve their independence. Whether you’re seeking comfort or convenience, Always There Homecare is always available to provide you and your loved ones peace of mind by knowing you’re in great hands.
Overview of Always There Homecare
Create unforgettable moments in your later years with Hands and Hearts, a trusted community set in the tranquil neighborhood of Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, that offers hospice care. The community works closely with older adults to provide them with better care and assistance, ensuring their comfort and safety. As a locally-owned and operated community, older adults can rest assured of receiving the highest quality of care and support.
Older adults gain meaningful experiences accompanied by the community’s kind and helpful team, attending to their special needs. The community also provides support for family members to help them cope with the loss of a loved one. Older adults maintain their dignity and retain independence during their end-of-life journey with the community’s dedication to delivering the highest quality of care in the comforts of their home.
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Housekeeping Services
Cherish every moment of your later years with Kaplan Family Hospice House, an idyllic retreat surrounded by lush greenery in Liberty Street, Danvers, MA, that focuses on hospice care. The community features specially designed and wheelchair-accessible accommodations, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. With a warm and welcoming environment, residents will surely feel at ease.
The community also encourages residents to remain active and socially engaged, with its extensive array of amenities. Respite care and acute hospice care are also available to improve residents’ living conditions. Amenities include a chapel, a library, living rooms, and serene outdoor gardens, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a serene place to spend their end-of-life.
Overview of Kaplan Family Hospice House
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Private Suites
Building Type: Single-story
Recreational Activities
Experience premium services and true hospitality with The Residence at Vinnin Square, a warm and inviting senior living community in Swampscott, MA, offering an array of care options. Residents here can choose from various lifestyle options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays depending on their needs. The community empowers residents to enjoy the things that make them happy without worries by handling their daily chores and responsibilities.
Visiting healthcare professionals are available to deliver added care to accommodate other needs that residents may have. Vibrant activities and entertainment spaces are also available to give residents opportunities for leisure and recreation. Delicious meals and other amenities are also available to further enhance residents’ living experience.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 2-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Movie Theater
Parking Available
Situated in the peaceful city of Westwood, MA, The Residences at Highland Glen blends vibrant living with exceptional care. Offering skilled nursing and assisted living options, the community focuses on enhancing residents’ quality of life through compassionate, personalized support. The dedicated team conducts comprehensive assessments to tailor care to each resident’s individual needs, creating a warm and welcoming environment. Residents can also select between comfortable one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, thoughtfully designed for both comfort and personal space.
With an array of amenities like a greenhouse and fitness center, The Residences at Highland Glen encourages an active and eco-friendly lifestyle. Inviting social areas and engaging activities make each day fulfilling and joyful. Every detail is carefully designed to uplift, inspire, and celebrate the enjoyment of daily life.
What does this home offer?
Minimum Age: 55 Years Old
Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Room Sizes: 736 - 1101 / 1103 - 1403 sq. ft
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise Building
Fitness and Recreation
Parking Available
Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology
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.
What We Prioritize Most
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.
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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.
How much does this service cost?
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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