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Page 15 of Best Memory Care in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 224 memory care communities in Massachusetts using Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in MA
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224 homes
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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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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

The Leonard Florence Center
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Row Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 276
No-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 498
Private Rooms--No-
The Commons in Lincoln
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Lincoln
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 94
Rank #268 / 276
Yes-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #485 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
C-No-
The Lillie Mansion at Lutheran
MC
AL
NH
PC
RESC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Central Business District)
150
Facility 150
MA AVG 94
Rank #29 / 276
Yes-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 498
---No-
Hebrew SeniorLife
MC
AL
HC
HOS
IL
NH
PC
SNF
Boston (Roslindale)
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 276
Yes-
38
Facility 38
MA AVG 53
Rank #324 / 498
---No-
Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living
MC
NH
Peabody
180
Facility 180
MA AVG 94
Rank #11 / 276
No-
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 498
Private Rooms--No-
Bethany Health Care Center
MC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Framingham
169
Facility 169
MA AVG 94
Rank #14 / 276
No-
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #259 / 498
---No-
Evans Park at Newton Corner
MC
AL
RC
Newton (Newton Corner)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 94
Rank #76 / 276
Yes17
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #108 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 24
Rank #27 / 180
C-NoNo
Heights Crossing Assisted Living
MC
AL
RC
Brockton
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 276
Yes21
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
AYesNo
Our Lady’s Haven Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitative Care
MC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Fairhaven
117
Facility 117
MA AVG 94
Rank #68 / 276
No-
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 53
Rank #185 / 498
---No-
The Meadows Health Center
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
North Andover
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 94
Rank #210 / 276
No-
4
Facility 4
MA AVG 53
Rank #488 / 498
---No-
Notre Dame du Lac
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester (Booth Apartments Area)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 276
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 53
Rank #449 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 24
Rank #93 / 180
-YesNo
Wingate Residences at Needham
MC
AL
Needham (Needham Heights)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 94
Rank #123 / 276
Yes22
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 53
Rank #228 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 24
Rank #13 / 180
B-NoYes
East Longmeadow Memory Care Assisted Living
MC
AL
NH
SNF
East Longmeadow
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 94
Rank #274 / 276
No20
20
Facility 20
MA AVG 53
Rank #419 / 498
Special Care (20)--NoNo
The Falls at Cordingly Dam
MC
AL
RC
Newton (Newton Lower Falls)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
Yes27
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 53
Rank #238 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
C-NoYes
CareOne at Concord
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Corner Concord (Old Road To Nine Acre Corner)
135
Facility 135
MA AVG 94
Rank #42 / 276
No-
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #386 / 498
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
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Overview of Ashland Farm at North Andover

Nestled in the vibrant community of North Andover, MA, the Ashland Farm at North Andover is a welcoming senior living community that provides assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, memory care studio, and memory care companion suites are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are rendered with personalized, round-the-clock needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy inspired dining experiences, concierge services, shared spaces, and active living activities. Moreover, salon services and educational activities are available within the vicinity of this beautiful place. With Ashland Farm at North Andover, seniors are assured of an empowering living experience.

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Overview of All American Assisted Living at Raynham

All American Assisted Living at Raynham boasts a home-like ambiance that steeps a nurturing environment for assisted living and memory care residents. This community makes sure individuals feel like they belong through the unwavering support of its staff. Maintaining independence is at the heart of All American’s lifestyle, so seniors are given the opportunity to do as they please in a vibrant place to call their new home. The premier choice in Raynham leads a vibrant and enriching lifestyle that offers a list of living options with customized care created to fit the needs of each individual. Featured accommodations include personalized care plans, specialized memory care training, respite stays, scheduled housekeeping, engaging activities, and healthy meal plans.

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Overview of Brightview North Andover

Based in the vibrant community of North Andover, MA, the Brightview North Andover is a trusted senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of spacious and well-appointed accommodations including deluxe, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. With a highly equipped and dedicated team, residents can receive premium care services and emergency assistance to ensure comfort and security within the community.

Offering top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy delightful and healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team, a large outdoor deck with beautiful views, free designated parking, a beautiful sunroom, etc. Participate in a full-packed calendar of social activities and community events. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within the beautifully created shared spaces of this community. With Brightview North Andover, seniors can truly live a wonderful retirement.

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Overview of AdviniaCare Country Center

Tucked away within a serene setting in Newburyport, MA, AdviniaCare Country Center is a relaxing senior living community that offers short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Residents here enjoy serene and spacious accommodation that allows them to enjoy their rests and personal time in utmost comfort and privacy. An excellent and professional care team is always available to deliver the care services and support residents need whenever they need them.

All-day dining options are available to make sure residents’ cravings and nutritional needs are always satisfied. Fun and engaging recreation activities are also offered for a vibrant living experience that allows residents to thrive and maintain their activity. A wide array of amenities, such as a beautiful patio, common areas, and hair salon are offered to further enhance residents’ stay within the community.

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Overview of The Residence at Great Woods

Nestled in a quaint New England suburb full of character, The Residence at Great Woods offers seniors the perfect blend of independence and support. This welcoming community provides top-notch care for assisted living and memory care needs, ensuring each resident receives personalized attention and care. The location is strategically determined, placing residents near local shopping and a plethora of recreational and cultural activities that contribute to overall well-being.
Residents can take advantage of an array of amenities, from inviting common areas to a well-equipped gym and more. Cutting-edge technologies are implemented in every program, prioritizing safety and promoting the highest level of healthcare possible. The home’s hospitality services also go above and beyond, offering assistance with housekeeping and laundry, and complimentary transportation, all under the watchful eye of experienced healthcare professionals. When considering the best next step for their twilight years, seniors can trust that The Residence at Great Woods is the right choice.

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Overview of Sunrise of Norwood

Sunrise of Norwood is a 72-bed assisted living community on Saunders Road in Norwood, Massachusetts. Operating for 29 years, it offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services in a three-story building. Occupants can pick from studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans that suit different preferences and care needs.

With a mix of nearby amenities, the community’s walkability score of 60 means some errands can be done on foot in the surrounding residential neighborhood. This moderately walkable location gives residents and visiting families easy access to the area while having a calm residential character of Norwood. Sunrise of Norwood has a memory care program for those needing specialized support with cognitive decline. The set of housing options and service levels lets the community serve people at different stages of independence, from those handling daily living activities with minimal assistance to those needing memory care support.

For families navigating senior living options in Norwood, visiting the community can provide a firsthand sense of the residential setting, room types, and daily environment.

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Overview of D‘youville Life and Wellness Community

D’Youville Life and Wellness Community proudly approaches nursing care as a person-centered service. It provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its residents to maintain comfort in a homey setting. With an emphasis on independent living, memory care, and long-term and short-term care, the home offers an environment where residents continuously grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that maximizes everyone’s quality of life.

D’Youville Place specializes in surgical recovery, skilled nursing, and therapeutic rehabilitation. Other community features include housekeeping, transportation, social events, recreational activities, and specialized programs.

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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 Allerton House Hingham

Situated in the picturesque coastal town of Hingham, Massachusetts, Allerton House stands as a premier senior living community dedicated to offering a comfortable and supportive lifestyle for older adults. Whether embracing independent living, assisted living, or memory care, residents find delight in spacious apartments, delectable dining options, engaging activities, and personalized care. With a commitment to meeting diverse needs, Allerton House provides an array of services and amenities in a scenic and inviting setting.

As a cherished member of the Welch Senior Living family, boasting a legacy of over 70 years in senior care, Allerton House encapsulates the warmth and hospitality of a true home. Senior residents experience a vibrant community that aligns with their preferences and benefit from the security and peace of mind of a professionally managed environment. It’s a place where the rich tapestry of coastal living meets the attentive care seniors deserve.

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Overview of Bertram House of Swampscott

Bertram House of Swampscott is a premier senior living community located in Swampscott, Massachusetts, just one block from the beach. The community offers a maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing residents to enjoy friends, hobbies, seasonal cuisine, and the local area as they please. Bertram House of Swampscott is considered the gold standard in senior living, with a reputation on the North Shore that’s second to none. The community is housed in a beautiful historic building, previously the New Ocean House Hotel, and offers a gracious living experience with services tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of each resident.

Bertram House of Swampscott provides a range of living options, including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community offers a specialized area dedicated to residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. Residents can enjoy a variety of daily activities, such as physical fitness, creative pursuits, social events, learning opportunities, and spiritual programs. The community also offers scheduled group trips and resident-sponsored clubs catering to various interests. Bertram House of Swampscott serves up to three delicious, well-balanced meals daily, featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day. The community is located just 14 miles from downtown Boston, close to the historic New England towns of Marblehead and Salem, and near Salem Hospital and North Shore Medical Center.

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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 224 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.