Page 5 of Best Memory Care in Massachusetts

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 233 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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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley
MC
NH
SNF
Littleton
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 87
Rank #21 / 174
Yes-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 43
Rank #225 / 233
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 22
Rank #1 / 135
-No-
Notre Dame du Lac
MC
AL
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Worcester
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 87
Rank #31 / 174
No24
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 43
Rank #204 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 135
-YesNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn
MC
AL
RC
Woburn (Walnut Hill)
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 87
Rank #78 / 174
Yes20
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 43
Rank #46 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
MA AVG 22
Rank #114 / 135
ANoNo
Brookdale Eddy Pond
MC
AL
Auburn
103
Facility 103
MA AVG 87
Rank #41 / 174
Yes35
16
Facility 16
MA AVG 43
Rank #195 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 135
A+NoNo
Brightview Danvers
MC
AL
IL
Danvers (Danversport)
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 87
Rank #97 / 174
Yes24
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 43
Rank #95 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
18
Facility 18
MA AVG 22
Rank #88 / 135
ANoNo
Cadbury Commons
MC
AL
IL
Cambridge
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 87
Rank #105 / 174
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 43
Rank #18 / 233
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #19 / 135
-NoNo
Cohen Florence Levine Estates
MC
AL
RC
Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
69
Facility 69
MA AVG 87
Rank #117 / 174
No-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 43
Rank #12 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #19 / 135
-YesNo
Ashland Farm at North Andover
MC
AL
RC
North Andover
98
Facility 98
MA AVG 87
Rank #49 / 174
Yes21
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 43
Rank #148 / 233
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #8 / 135
-NoNo
Sunrise of Norwood
MC
AL
RC
Norwood
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 87
Rank #109 / 174
Yes27
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 43
Rank #64 / 233
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #19 / 135
-NoNo
The Atrium at Veronica Drive
MC
RC
Danvers
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 87
Rank #144 / 174
Yes56
44
Facility 44
MA AVG 43
Rank #109 / 233
Studio
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 135
ANoNo

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Overview of Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley

Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley is an idyllic retreat nestled in the serene Foster Street, Littleton, MA, that offers nursing care and rehabilitation. Here, residents enjoy the highest quality of care and assistance around the clock, ensuring comfort and convenience. The community also features secured memory care units, ideal for residents with memory-related needs.

Ensuring residents’ well-being, the community conducts a jam-packed calendar of fun activities and engaging programs tailored to their leisure and wellness. Prioritizing residents’ health, diverse dining options are served based on their dietary needs and preferences. The community also hosts a Parkinson’s Support group, ensuring those with the same condition find solace in a supportive environment. Residents also enjoy the community’s beautifully maintained grounds, library, and serene courtyards, creating the perfect setting for a wondrous retirement.

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Overview of Notre Dame Du Lac

Notre Dame Du Lac maintains a level of faith-based and professional service. The senior living community offers service for assisted living and nursing home care options for residents who are equally given the same amount of dignified and respected service. Notre Dame Du Lac creates an environment where residents continuously still grow as individuals in a nurturing environment that ensures maximizing each and everyone’s quality of life in Christ-like care.

Notre Dame centers of excellence are found in their rehabilitation, long-term care, and skilled nursing care with inclusive amenities and services such as weekly housekeeping, 24-hour care, scheduled outings, recreational and social activities, enriching specialized programs, healthy meals served daily, and fully-furnished apartments.

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Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn

Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn is a distinguished residence renowned for its award-winning excellence in providing top-notch assisted living services. This esteemed establishment also extends its warm embrace to individuals seeking specialized care through its memory care services, offering a comprehensive solution for those in need. Situated in a prime location, the community enjoys convenient access to town amenities, enriching the lives of its cherished residents.

Outside, residents can bask in the serene charm of inviting patios, cozy Grill areas, flourishing raised garden beds, and tranquil shaded retreats, all interconnected by scenic walking paths that beckon exploration. Engaging activities, thoughtfully planned outings, and an eventful calendar ensure that each resident’s journey is characterized by purpose and vibrancy. Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn truly stands as a beacon of exceptional care, offering not only assisted living for seniors but also a dedicated memory care unit to cater to the specific needs of dementia patients, creating a haven of holistic well-being.

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Overview of Brookdale Eddy Pond

Brookdale Eddy Pond is an assisted living and memory care community that provides personalized care and support without compromising residents’ privacy. The community works with each individual to create a customized service plan, allowing them to maintain as much independence as desired. Residents can enjoy a variety of social activities, from coffee socials and live music to competitive poker games and walking groups, all part of the community’s full calendar of events.

Assisted living residents receive help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and medication management, as well as coordination with outside care providers, freeing them from household chores. Memory care residents benefit from specially designed environments and trained staff to support those living with cognitive challenges like Alzheimer’s and dementia, with activities tailored to preserve current skills and foster socialization. Whether participating in fitness classes, arts and crafts, or dining on healthy, delicious meals, Brookdale Eddy Pond empowers residents to live their best lives in a caring, engaging community.

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Overview of Brightview Danvers

Brightview Danvers undoubtedly provides the highest care for independent living, assisted living, and memory care support in the city. Management makes it a point that seniors are given the freedom and choice given to each resident and ensures that they attend to the unique needs of each individual with kindness and compassion. The premier retirement community strives to satisfy the holistic wellness of its residents in a cozy, nurturing, and fun-filled environment.

Brightview Danvers’ residential lifestyle encourages its seniors to live a fulfilling everyday life through the community’s extensive services. Some all-inclusive features include ALDs, medication management, specialized memory care programs, housekeeping, and laundry services tailored to their unique needs. Other amenities include a library, full baths, a cafe, a fitness center, and a multi-purpose room– to name a few of what the home offers.

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Overview of Cadbury Commons

Cadbury Commons has proudly remained a family-owned and operated haven for over 27 years in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Their commitment to fostering both assisted independence and senior living is unwavering, offering a comprehensive range of services that include memory care. With an environment tailored to the needs of seniors, this residence thrives on vibrant activity, offering a diverse array of avenues for engaging new experiences, whether in the realms of business, education, travel, or the arts.

From a well-stocked library to a rejuvenating fitness center and a dedicated computer area, the community provides spaces for both personal growth and social interaction. The serene atmosphere is complemented by the convenience of an on-site salon and spa, ready to pamper and rejuvenate. Embracing pets and offering access to private off-street parking, Cadbury Commons creates an environment that feels like home, complete with memory care support groups that provide invaluable connections. Additionally, a variety of independent living floor plans cater to individual preferences, while the assisted living facilities ensure a seamless transition to a supportive and enriching lifestyle

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Overview of Cohen Florence Levine Estates

Quietly nestled in Chelsea, MA, Cohen Florence Levine Estates is a trusted community, offering an ideal environment for assisted living and memory care. Their dedicated care team is available on-site 24/7 to support residents with their daily living activities, emergencies, and other care needs for a comfortable living experience. Relax in cozy and spacious accommodations with quick access to main services and amenities, such as a library, full-service salon, and cozy common areas.

Those living with the challenges of memory loss are guaranteed a safe and secure living environment with daily life enrichment programs tailored to their abilities and interests. They also prioritize mealtimes by ensuring residents are served fresh, balanced meals tailored to their individual dietary needs and preferences. Here, they help residents achieve a high quality of life amidst a comfortable and supportive environment, brimming with engaging experiences.

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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 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 The Atrium at Veronica Drive

Residing in the beautiful community of Danvers, MA, The Atrium at Veronica Drive is an inviting senior living community providing memory care and respite care services. Spacious and cozy accommodations ranging from studio to companion studio are available for its residents. Focusing on memory care services, residents with cognitive conditions can receive personalized and round-the-clock needs-based care as determined by a nursing assessment as well as therapeutic experiences including research-based sensory programs. 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 specialized sensory dining, secure common spaces, therapeutic experiences, and support of care providers. Meet new friends while exploring its thoughtfully designed shared spaces and outdoor places. With The Atrium at Veronica Drive, seniors are guaranteed a secure living experience.

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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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Memory Care in Massachusetts at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 43/ 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: 87The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Massachusetts. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 233 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.