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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in East Arlington, MA
Memory care in East Arlington 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 East Arlington is about $7,275 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 87 communities, read 1080 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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I have visited many senior living facilities and Avery Crossing is truly one of the best. On our visits the staff is incredibly helpful with anything we may need. In addition, we have found the facilities...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Avery Crossings is a 60 apartment independent/assisted living residence located in Needham Heights. Our community is a short walk from shops, restaurants, medical offices and the train station. We have a long tenured, seasoned and caring staff that provide personal care and medication management....
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in East Arlington, MA
The average cost of senior living in East Arlington is $7,275 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, MA with an average of $7,130 per month.
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What families are saying about memory care in East Arlington
Recent reviews for memory care in East Arlington
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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Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
4.5
Very good staff for the most part. It is a good environment with a lot of bright people. The community is quite clean and have housekeepers on each floor. The staff is very friendly and knew my name immediately. The activities are good and they offer good off-community trips and normal on-site ...
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Mixed experiences with cleanliness. Reviews for various communities indicate a range of cleanliness levels. While some residents express satisfaction with clean living spaces, others have noted issues with dirty rooms and unattended trash. For instance, at Providence House, trash containers in some rooms go unfilled, and at Atr ...
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Staff attentiveness and friendliness. The friendliness and attentiveness of staff members vary across communities. At The Residence at Pearl Street, the staff is very attentive for memory care, and at The Falls At Cordingly Dam, they keep residents busy with various art and music programs. Other reviews mention staff that are no ...
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Robust activity offerings. Communities with a range of activity offerings have been praised in reviews. At Artis Senior Living of Reading, residents attend daily activities and have access to multiple common areas, including a beautiful outdoor courtyard. At Adelaide of Newton Centre, a nice loop for walking is availa ...
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Effective communication between families and staff. Communication between families and staff is vital for ensuring loved ones' needs are met. At Sunrise of Burlington MA, families appreciate the clear communication they receive, and at Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings, the staff is praised for their helpful ideas and support. Howe ...
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Personalized care plans. Customized care plans catering to residents' unique needs have received positive feedback. At Windrose at Woburn, families appreciated the staff's flexibility and accommodating approach. However, at Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington, it was noted that the staff struggled to understand the comple ...
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High staff turnover and consistency. Staff turnover is a concern for some families, with some communities, such as Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, experiencing high turnover rates. This can lead to inconsistencies in care and lack of continuity for residents. However, at Artis Senior Living of Reading, the dedicated memory c ...
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East Arlington review score based on 279 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 279 reviews of 80 East Arlington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The East Arlington 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
East Arlington review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for East Arlington 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 279 reviews of 80 East Arlington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare East Arlington 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.East Arlington, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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East Arlington memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Arlington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Arlington, 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 East Arlington 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 East Arlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.8%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in East Arlington 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 East Arlington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
East Arlington, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.2%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.8%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Arlington 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 East Arlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Arlington, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.7%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.8%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.3%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in East Arlington 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 East Arlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Arlington, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.7%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
50%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.3%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Arlington 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 East Arlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Arlington, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.3%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.3%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.8%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.3%
39.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
70%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
36.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.5%
46.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated memory care facilities near East Arlington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 87 memory care facilities near East Arlington, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in East Arlington, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and Atria Marina Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 87 memory care facilities near you in East Arlington, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in East Arlington, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in East Arlington, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in East Arlington, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $17261. The average Memory Care cost in East Arlington, Massachusetts is $7,275. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in East Arlington, Massachusetts typically starts at $300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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