Page 3 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. 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.
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.
Youville Place
MC
AL
Lexington (Munroe Station)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
Yes24
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 53
Rank #363 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-YesNo
Brookdale Attleboro
MC
AL
Attleboro (Brookdale Attleboro)
130
Facility 130
MA AVG 94
Rank #47 / 276
Yes21
18
Facility 18
MA AVG 53
Rank #425 / 490
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #55 / 181
A+NoNo
Atria Marland Place
MC
AL
IL
RC
Andover
141
Facility 141
MA AVG 94
Rank #37 / 276
Yes38
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 53
Rank #242 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
-NoNo
Providence House Assisted Living
MC
AL
Brighton
102
Facility 102
MA AVG 94
Rank #93 / 276
Yes12
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 53
Rank #72 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 22
Rank #102 / 181
-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
MC
AL
RC
Shrewsbury
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes17
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #463 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
MC
AL
RC
Franklin
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 94
Rank #107 / 276
Yes16
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 53
Rank #316 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-NoNo
Herrick House
MC
AL
NH
RC
Beverly
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 94
Rank #142 / 276
Yes16
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #376 / 490
Studio / 1 Bedroom / 2 Bedroom
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
-NoYes
Charter Senior Living of Danvers
MC
AL
RC
Danvers
114
Facility 114
MA AVG 94
Rank #72 / 276
Yes24
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 53
Rank #392 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #55 / 181
A+NoNo
Sunrise of Wayland
MC
AL
Wayland (Cochituate)
59
Facility 59
MA AVG 94
Rank #213 / 276
Yes16
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #258 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-YesNo
The Village at Willow Crossings
MC
AL
IL
RC
Mansfield (Mansfield Center)
104
Facility 104
MA AVG 94
Rank #89 / 276
Yes18
21
Facility 21
MA AVG 53
Rank #409 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
C-NoNo

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Overview of Youville Place

Operating for 29 years, Youville Place is a 95-bed assisted living and memory care community on Pelham Road in Lexington, Massachusetts. The three-story building offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans to cater to different preferences and care needs.

Youville Place serves residents needing specialized memory care services and support with daily activities. Though most trips demand transportation, it sits in a somewhat walkable neighborhood where some nearby services may be accessible on foot. The building’s established history of nearly three decades in Lexington reflects a stable presence in the local senior care landscape. The surrounding area’s moderate walkability means visiting family members and occupants may find it easy to access some neighborhood amenities, though a car is useful for most errands and appointments.

Depending on their budget and space preferences, families choosing Youville Place can select from multiple room configurations.

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Overview of Brookdale Attleboro

Located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Brookdale Attleboro is an assisted living community with specialized memory care services. With a warm and inviting atmosphere, residents are greeted daily by a professional staff that exudes cheerful smiles, creating a sense of familiarity and comfort. Their team offers necessary assistance while ensuring utmost respect for every senior resident’s independence.

The community’s peaceful setting, accompanied by restaurant-style dining experiences, a variety of engaging activities, and picturesque surroundings, contributes to the creation of a truly exceptional living environment. Brookdale Attleboro also has a wide range of special events, clubs, and cultural enrichment programs that provide abundant opportunities for residents to connect with one another and forge lasting bonds. 

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Overview of Atria Marland Place

Atria Marland Place is a cozy senior living community settling in Stevens Street, Andover, MA providing independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Featuring homey and spacious floor plans ranging from studio to one- and two-bedroom apartments equipped with kitchenettes and individual thermostat controls, the community ensures comfort and security. Prioritizing the seniors’ freedom and uniqueness, Atria Marland Place ensures that they receive proper care and assistance that best matches their unique needs and preferences.

Atria Marland Place strives to deliver a better quality of life, encouraging them to remain energized and engaged. The community serves three chef-prepared healthy and delicious meals daily in multiple dining venues to satisfy residents’ dietary needs. With pet-friendly amenities including a pub, a library, a movie theater, a fitness center, a salon and spa, an onsite physician office space, an art studio, and a billiards room, the community ensures the entertainment and wellness of its residents.

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Overview of Providence House Assisted Living

Welcome to Providence House Assisted Living, a warm haven nestled in the heart of Brighton, Massachusetts, offering a vibrant and nurturing environment for seniors seeking community and support. As residents step through its doors, a sense of belonging embraces them. The inviting common areas encourage social gatherings, quiet moments with friends, and engaging daily activities. Residents of Providence House receive unparalleled care and support, fostering an environment where their contributions are valued and abundant opportunities await.

For those experiencing Alzheimer’s, dementia, or memory loss, the Beechwood Memory Care neighborhood provides a secure, sunlit sanctuary for a stress-free lifestyle. Spacious private apartments cater to individual needs, offering a seamless transition within the community and accommodating diverse financial situations. At Providence House Assisted Living, it’s not merely a residence; it’s a vibrant tapestry woven with shared moments, purposeful living, and a sense of camaraderie among neighbors.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings boasts a visually stunning open-concept design, with modern aesthetics that immediately catch the eye. This remarkable assisted living and memory care unit is ideally located within a short drive from Worcester, boasting picturesque surroundings, thanks to beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor patios that imbue the space with a calming, peaceful ambiance.

Their residents can take part in an eclectic mix of local events and relish in chef-prepared seasonal menus and diverse dining options catering to their individual dietary needs. With a resident art gallery, hair salon, and pet-friendly environment, there’s always something to do and see. On top of that, residents enjoy the convenience of housekeeping and laundry services, transportation, and grounds keeping.

Contact Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings

Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill

An assisted living community on Forge Hill Road in Franklin, Massachusetts, is Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill. Set in a three-story building, it has offered residential care for the past 29 years and currently operates 97 beds across a mix of floor plans: studio units and one- and two-bedroom apartments.

Some errands are walkable, while most trips require a car in the neighborhood that scores 39 on the Walk Score scale. The surrounding area has a more residential character than a heavily commercial setting, which fits residents and families preferring a calmer community environment. As an assisted living provider, the home offers support with daily activities: bathing, dressing, medication management, and meals, while encouraging residents to stay independent when possible. This balance of help and autonomy is the core of assisted living as a care model.

For families wanting to learn more about room options, daily programming, pricing, and how Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill can meet their loved one’s needs, personally touring is the best way to get a clear sense of what it offers. Speaking directly with staff members can clarify specific services, staffing availability, and the look of daily life for occupants.

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Overview of Herrick House

Located in the picturesque area of Beverly, Massachusetts, Herrick House is a blissful senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care options. The community aims to give its residents a resort-style retirement experience by offering them excellent services, authentic hospitality and elegant accommodations. With access to 24-hour licensed nurses on-site, residents are guaranteed to receive the care they need to maintain their independence and well-being.

Apart from its access to stunning natural sceneries, the community provides residents convenient access to physician, outpatient and around-the-clock hospital services should they need them. The convenience and comfort of housekeeping, transportation services and on-site salon and spa are offered for residents enjoyment, making their lives easier. At Herrick House, residents feel well-cared for within a nurturing environment that allows them to make new connections and experiences.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Danvers

Located in Danvers, MA, Charter Senior Living of Danvers is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Residents are guaranteed a comfortable and safe living environment with an array of well-designed private and companion suites. The community ensures residents are given the support that matches their needs with a variety of personalized care services, including personal care assistance, nursing care, and on-site therapies provided by local licensed partners.

Committed to delivering a liberating experience to its residents, the community provides convenient services in addition to a full social calendar of activities and plenty of amenities.
With housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry services, residents have more time for enjoyment and leisure. Residents are free to indulge in amenities such as elegant dining areas, restaurant-style bistro and cafe, salon services, beautiful landscaping and inviting outdoor spaces. At Charter Senior Living of Danvers, residents are sure to enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with plenty to do and explore.

Contact Charter Senior Living of Danvers

Overview of Sunrise of Wayland

Sunrise of Wayland, a premier assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts, offers residents a hassle-free lifestyle filled with engaging activities and personalized care. Conveniently located, the community is highly involved with the local area, providing residents with opportunities to pursue their passions and interests. The dedicated team at Sunrise of Wayland specializes in delivering loving, personalized care, developing meaningful relationships with each resident. They work closely with residents, their families, and physicians to create customized care plans that address individual needs and preferences. The cozy community is surrounded by lush greenery and warmed by a fireplace, creating a welcoming atmosphere for residents.

Sunrise of Wayland is committed to being a good neighbor to the Town of Wayland, participating in multigenerational activities, events, parades, and celebrations. Residents can enjoy a variety of activities, including brain games, movies, sing-a-longs, and hand massages, keeping their days joyful and engaging. The community is known for its fresh, seasonal, and home-cooked meals prepared on-site by expert chefs. Additionally, visiting physicians and nurse practitioners are available to provide residents with convenient access to healthcare services

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Overview of The Village at Willow Crossings

Settled in the quiet community of Mansfield, MA, The Village at Willow Crossings is an enticing senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and memory care studio are available for its residents. In terms of memory care, this community provides specialized programs such as research-based therapy and activities to stimulate memory for those with cognitive conditions.

Explore its top-notch amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy inspired dining with chef-prepared meals based on dietary needs, weekly housekeeping, laundry, linen service, and transportation services. Join in diverse options for social activities based on your interests and create meaningful memories with new companions. Maximize comfort and relaxation by visiting its beautifully shared spaces. With The Village at Willow Crossings, seniors are assured of a secure living.

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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
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.