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Memory care in Chelmsford offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Chelmsford is about $7,506 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 21 communities, read 404 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Atrium At Drum Hill
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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38 reviews
9.6
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38 reviews
5 star
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5 to all -we love this place!! This was the best decision I could have made. The staff are concerned about the residents as well as their family members. I like that the facility is smaller, clean and has...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Atrium at Drum Hill is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling.Each detail of our unique, single story residence...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Chelmsford Crossings
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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31 reviews
9.3
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31 reviews
5 star
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The staff is terrific, and the room sizes seem just about right. My mom is in a studio and it's a good balance between space and cost. The food is decent, could be more creative but I don't know another...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Chelmsford Crossings is an award winning community located in the Merrimack Valley with easy access to both Rte. 495 and Rte. 3. We are a full service assisted living residence designed with quality services as well as affordability in mind. We offer a full array of services in a home-like...
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Photo of The Residence at Freeman Lake
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9.0
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75 reviews
9.0
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75 reviews
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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88 Floor plans available
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9.9
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63 reviews
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63 reviews
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My mom stayed at Atria as a respite visitor for 3 months. She was trying to decide if she would make the move to living there long-term. She loved the food, activities and the fact that there were people...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Atria Longmeadow Place is a welcoming senior community nestled in a wooded area of Burlington, Massachusetts. The community is adjacent to town conservation land and located directly across the street from the world-renowned Lahey Clinic. Residents at Atria Longmeadow Place enjoy the best of both...
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Photo of Benchmark at Billerica Crossings
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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42 reviews
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42 reviews
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We moved my father into the work, crossing at the end of June. He has been very happy with the service and the staff there. He calls me almost daily to rave about the food. It’s a clean friendly environment...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsAssisted Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsBenchmark Senior Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica Crossings in Billerica, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need...
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9.3
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30 reviews
9.3
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30 reviews
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My over all experience has been excellent! Staff and administrative staff very caring! If I have an issue every one has worked together to help me solve it! It would be great if nursing staff had more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Giving Tree Senior Living is a family-owned and operated Assisted Living Community located in Dracut, Massachusetts. We are established to serve older adults who still want to maintain a home-like environment as they age in place in an environment where their needs for dignity, privacy,...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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21 reviews
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21 reviews
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A 4 will be my max rating as Robbins Brook is a first. NA is for insufficient experience. The food looks good but haven't sampled. My wife is not a regular participant of the activities. What we like the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and...
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55 Photos available
8.6
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3 reviews
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3 reviews
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My dads is very happy there and the staff have been doing a great job! I would definitely recommend! hey really show a lot of personal attention to the residents and do a great job providing a sense of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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Photo of Blaire House of Tewksbury Assisted Living
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
7.2
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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Everyone and everything was a great experience for my mother while she was there. On her last days of life, the staff were even more attentive. I would definitely recommend Blair House to others.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Blaire House of Tewksbury is a 131-bed skilled nursing center. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We specialize in Short and Long Term care, Rehab, Sub-acute care, and Alzheimer's Specialty care....
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My mother has been so happy since she began living at Brightview Concord River. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. It’s been a wonderful experience all around.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
One of our newest communities, Brightview Concord River is located in Billerica, Massachusetts. This beautiful new Brightview community brings together Assisted Living residences, personalized service and our award-winning Wellspring Village for Alzheimer's Care. This is Assisted Living and...
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Photo of Bayberry at Emerald Court
22 Photos available
1.0
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26 reviews
1.0
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26 reviews
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My parents wanted to stay in their home town. Our experience is based on one other community. Bayberry was very pleasant and helpful in making our decision. They were able to step back when needed in order...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to a new way of life at Bayberry at Emerald Court. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tewksbury, MA, Bayberry is an assisted living community ideally located just minutes from major shopping, entertainment and medical centers with easy access to I-93 and I-495. Bayberry offers...
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This facility is very well maintained. They do offer weekly housekeeping, but mom does her own because she likes to. They're great to work with. The apartments are large and less expensive than some other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Langdon Place of Nashua is located in historic and scenic Nashua, New Hampshire, the only city to be voted 'The Best Place to Live' by Money magazine on two separate occasions. Our lovely city is quaint and welcoming with plenty of recreational, cultural and religious opportunities that our...
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It's very clean. It's fairly reasonable in price, and they cover everything. They do a very good job. They are really good at keeping the residents engaged in activities. The food is quite good. I don't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of all that's buzzing in Burlington is Stonebridge—the newest, most innovative senior living community in the area. Stonebridge at Burlington offers all the benefits and amenities of community living— dining, housekeeping, transportation, maintenance... and fun....
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Our loved one has since based but during her stay at Concord Place it was a wonderful experience. Being on the memory care side she received so much individual attention and care. The program director [name...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Concord Park, a Volunteer of America senior community, is conveniently located on Commonwealth Avenue in the heart of the West Concord, MA shopping village. Concord Park offers local seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted...
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44 Floor plans available
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I cannot say enough about Bridges, from the maintenance crew to the chef, the CNA’s, the Nurses….everyone gets to know the resident, and the family. The care and social activities are amazing. Mom’s first...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westford is a memory care assisted living community located in Middlesex County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am very impressed with The Inn at Fairview. The staff is welcoming, friendly and take really good care of my mother. The community is kept spotless. The meals provided for the residents are well balanced...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Inn at Fairview, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. We offer free wi-fi and high speed internet. Free resident parking available at our...

Cost of memory care in Chelmsford, MA

The average cost of senior living in Chelmsford is $7,506 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haverhill, MA with an average of $7,144 per month.

Memory care costs in Chelmsford, MA, vs. nearby cities

Chelmsford, MA
$7,506/mo
$7,503/mo

Memory care costs in Chelmsford, MA, vs. state and national averages

Chelmsford, MA
$7,506/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

Memory care costs in Chelmsford, MA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,506/mo

Memory care costs in Chelmsford, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,519/mo
Studio
$7,820/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,036/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,800/mo

Senior living costs in Chelmsford vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Chelmsford, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChelmsford, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,506/mo$7,244/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,486/mo$7,238/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,707/mo$6,353/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Chelmsford, MA:$7,506/mo
Massachusetts:$7,244/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Chelmsford, MA:$7,486/mo
Massachusetts:$7,238/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Chelmsford, MA:$6,707/mo
Massachusetts:$6,353/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Chelmsford, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Chelmsford and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Chelmsford, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Chelmsford have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Chelmsford, MA$9,656/mo$8,978/mo+7.6%
Massachusetts$9,164/mo$8,606/mo+6.5%
National$6,439/mo$6,063/mo+6.2%
Chelmsford, MA
2024 average cost:$9,656/mo
2023 average cost:$8,978/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$9,164/mo
2023 average cost:$8,606/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
National
2024 average cost:$6,439/mo
2023 average cost:$6,063/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Chelmsford

Recent reviews for memory care in Chelmsford

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

Youville Place in Lexington, MA

5.0
We couldn't be more grateful to have our mom in the loving and capable hands of the Youville community. The Memory Care Unit there is top-notch. To this day, given all the challenges with her Alzheimer's, we feel it is one of the best decisions that we have made. The place is clean, ...
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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.7
My dad was determined and prepared to remain in his Wayland home. He moved to Traditions of Wayland in December for a two month “respite”, not long after a bad fall and several broken bones required hospitalizations and weeks in rehab. When the Traditions Resident Care Director, came to his ...
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Chelmsford review score based on 104 family reviews

8.1
Review score19 facilities104 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 104 reviews of 19 Chelmsford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Chelmsford review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Chelmsford review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Chelmsford, MA19 facilities
8.0
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8.5
Hanscom AFB, MA54 facilities

Review subcategories for Chelmsford memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 104 reviews of 19 Chelmsford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Chelmsford resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Chelmsford, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
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Chelmsford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chelmsford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chelmsford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Chelmsford memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Chelmsford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
84.2%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
47.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
89.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.2%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chelmsford memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Chelmsford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
78.9%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
78.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chelmsford memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chelmsford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
84.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
84.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
84.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Chelmsford memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chelmsford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
73.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
89.5%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
63.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.3%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chelmsford memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Chelmsford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chelmsford, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
89.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.1%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.9%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
89.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
89.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
84.2%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
89.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
89.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
57.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
89.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Chelmsford

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Chelmsford protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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