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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 16 memory care communities in Middlesex County, 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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May 2026
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Middlesex County, MA. 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: 99The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Middlesex County, MA. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Memory Care around Middlesex County

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.

The Leonard Florence Center
MC
ADC
HOS
NH
PC
RC
SNF
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-
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-
Carleton-Willard Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Bedford
179
Facility 179
MA AVG 94
Rank #12 / 276
No-
6
Facility 6
MA AVG 53
Rank #484 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments-A+No-
Life Care Center of Nashoba Valley
MC
NH
SNF
Littleton
120
Facility 120
MA AVG 94
Rank #63 / 276
Yes-
5
Facility 5
MA AVG 53
Rank #485 / 498
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
47
Facility 47
MA AVG 22
Rank #1 / 181
-No-
Cornerstone at Canton
MC
AL
Canton
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 94
Rank #138 / 276
Yes22
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #198 / 498
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #140 / 181
A+NoNo
Whitney Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
MC
AL
Natick (Vision Drive)
-Yes-
65
Facility 65
MA AVG 53
Rank #196 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-No-
The Residence at Bedford
MC
AL
IL
RC
Bedford
92
Facility 92
MA AVG 94
Rank #119 / 276
No26
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 498
Traditional (66), Special Care (26)--NoNo
The Residence at Valley Farm
MC
AL
IL
RC
Ashland
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 94
Rank #156 / 276
No20
58
Facility 58
MA AVG 53
Rank #223 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #140 / 181
-NoNo
Cohen Florence Levine Estates
MC
AL
RC
Chelsea (Admirals Hill)
69
Facility 69
MA AVG 94
Rank #190 / 276
No-
88
Facility 88
MA AVG 53
Rank #63 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-YesNo
Carriage House at Lee’s Farm
MC
AL
IL
Wayland (Wayland Center Historic District)
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #204 / 276
Yes29
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 53
Rank #339 / 498
Traditional (33), Special Care (29)
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #131 / 181
-NoNo
Forestdale Park Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Malden (Maplewood)
77
Facility 77
MA AVG 94
Rank #171 / 276
Yes18
37
Facility 37
MA AVG 53
Rank #328 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed
8
Facility 8
MA AVG 22
Rank #166 / 181
-NoNo
Belmont Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
SNF
Belmont (Waverley Square)
156
Facility 156
MA AVG 94
Rank #25 / 276
No-
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 53
Rank #123 / 498
Private / 2 Bed Rooms-A+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 #301 / 498
Private / Semi-Private Rooms--No-
Artisan at Hudson – SageLife Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
RC
Hudson
-No-
33
Facility 33
MA AVG 53
Rank #348 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-
Waterstone of Lexington
MC
AL
IL
Lexington (Pleasant Street Historic District)
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 94
Rank #255 / 276
Yes-
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 53
Rank #466 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed--NoNo
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Overview of Forestdale Park Senior Living

Situated in the vibrant community of Maiden, MA, the Forestdale Park Senior Living is an esteemed community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. A wide array of spacious and cozy accommodations including studio, private studio, one-bedroom, and companion suites are available for its residents. Having a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can receive the utmost care and support they need. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are given therapeutic programming and other specialized programs.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including delightful and healthy meals, a culinary club, trivia hour, art appreciation activities, and many more. Meet new friends and create meaningful memories within its beautifully created shared spaces. At Forestdale Park Senior Living, seniors can enjoy a classic retirement.

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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 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 Artisan at Hudson – SageLife Senior Living

Artisan at Hudson is an 88-bed senior living community located at 253 Washington Street in Hudson, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Middlesex County, the facility is operated by SageLife Senior Living and provides independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Accommodations consist of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units ranging from 334 to 904 square feet.

Monthly pricing begins at $5,250 for independent living, $6,875 for assisted living, and $9,375 for memory care. The community is staffed by licensed nurses and CNAs. Services include 24/7 concierge, security, maintenance, housekeeping, linen services, and personal transportation. Meals are included in the monthly cost.

The facility offers a Parkinson’s Care program in addition to rehabilitation, short-term rehab, and respite services. Specific staffing ratios and current occupancy levels are not reported in the available source data, so families should request these details during a tour.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source records. The community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, and no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.

Families seeking multiple levels of care in a single residential setting, particularly those requiring specialized support for Parkinson’s disease, may find this setting suitable. Families evaluating Artisan at Hudson should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

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Overview of Waterstone of Lexington

Embrace a vibrant senior living experience at Waterstone of Lexington, a charming senior living community in Middlesex County, Lexington, MA, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Enjoy a relaxing personal time or invite family and friends into comfortable and delicately designed accommodations. The community’s ideal location provides easy access to major roadways, retailers and restaurants, making vibrant living within easy reach. With access to a variety of supportive services, residents are guaranteed to live a well-supported life.

An experienced team trained to navigate residents’ healthcare needs is available to ensure residents receive personalized care services that perfectly aligns with their needs. A variety of cultural, social and recreational programs are offered daily to ensure residents stay active, engaged, and connected. Their gourmet dining provides residents the daily nourishment they need through delicious and health-conscious meals. At Waterstone of Lexington, residents are encouraged to live the life they love while receiving the best in care.

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Granite Willow Home Care

66 Tadmuck Rd #5, Westford, MA 01886
Overview of Granite Willow Home Care

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.

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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 Middlesex County, MA

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 16 memory care communities in Middlesex County, MA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Middlesex County, MA?

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 Middlesex County, MA, 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 Middlesex County, MA?

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.