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Memory care in Gloucester 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 Gloucester is about $9,416 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 258 communities, read 5017 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Danvers, Beverly and Andover.

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Photo of Whitney Place at Medway
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Staff generally are wonderful. Activities sometimes beyond capabilities of residents. Food was ok. Sometimes better than at other times. Housekeeping staff did a good job . Apartment size ok Nothing is ideal...
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.
Photo of Discovery Village Quincy
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My sister is adapting to Discovery Village - Quincy and assisted way of living. She misses her home on Cape Cod though which we had to sell. She enjoys the activities which she tries to participate in when...
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.
Welcome to the Good LifeIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores for scenic views of Quincy Bay and the breathtaking Boston skyline, our independent and assisted living community is the place for you. You can enjoy all the conveniences of the city without sacrificing the...
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5 for all. I am very happy with the decision to move here Staff are friendly and helpful. Food is very good and I enjoy having company in the dining room. Everything is clean. They clean my rooms every week...
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 Good LifeTucked into more than 15 beautiful acres in the stunning city of Durham, New Hampshire, your new community will feel like home from the moment you arrive. Known as a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), we provide everything from independent and assisted living to memory care...
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77 Floor plans available
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[name removed] was very good in explaining what to look for in memory care. (It helped me decide against another place.)I like the fact that the apartment is equipped with drawers so that I didn't have to...
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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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
77 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings in Nashua, NH 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...
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Photo of Assisted Living Center of Salisbury
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The Assisted Living Center of Salisbury is such an unusual place as assisted living places go. It is a non-profit, so it isn't fancy. But in my mother's case that is a great fit. The place is small, with...
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.
Assisted Living Center, Inc. has been a trusted name on the seacoast for over a decade, providing quality assisted living care to residents from Maine to Massachusetts. Our Salisbury residence – one of the first non-profit assisted living residences in New England – maintains the unique concept...
Photo of Atria Marina Place
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The staff was amazing and so caring. My mom was very sick and they all went above and beyond for her. They checked on her when she was not feeling well and always kept us informed. They kept her and her...
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.
At Atria Marina Place, you'll find a welcoming senior community just 10 minutes from Boston on the seaside enclave of Marina Bay. Invite friends and family to enjoy the fresh breeze coming from the water or participate in one of more than 250 monthly activities.Atria Marina Place offers a choice...
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33 Floor plans available
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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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Photo of The Residence at Boylston Place
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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.
The Residence at Boylston Place is a senior living community that provides traditional assisted living with security and every opportunity for a full, enriching life. The Residence at Boylston Place is located in one of Massachusetts' most exclusive and picturesque towns and offers a lifestyle...
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Photo of Sunrise of Wayland
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I’d rate this a 4 out of 5 overall, mainly because the food doesn’t always align with my mom’s dietary needs. That said, I understand accommodations can only go so far. The leadership team is generally...
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.
In beautiful, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care 24 hours a day/7 days a week and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of...
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Photo of Sunrise of Norwood
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My loved one was only at Sunrise for eleven days ([dates remoed] ), during which her condition rapidly deteriorated to the point that her needs exceeded what Sunrise could reasonably provide, and she was...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Giving Tree Senior Living
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Staff has been great, place is super clean, food is outstanding. My Dad is picky and he loves the food. He's in a studio which is plenty of room for him even with a double size bed in there and his easy...
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 The Residence at Bedford
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Beautiful facility nice people good customer service nice size. Very nice community for someone that wants to get active. There's a lot to do.
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 Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
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And in addition, my friend has moved to the memory care unit and is thriving there. I have great peace of mind after I visit because he is totally engaged in whatever activity is going on at the moment. I...
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.
At Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree, we are committed to ensuring that our every service and amenity will help create the enriched, active life you deserve. It starts with our surroundings. Our community beautifully balances privacy, safety and security, with well-appointed dining rooms...
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5's for all. She's very happy there. The residents are very welcoming and friendly, as are the staff. The facility has many nice seating areas we can sit in when we visit our mom, and the facility is very...
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.
For more than 18 years, Atria Marland Place has been the senior living provider of choice for Andover's wisest older adults. Building on this foundation of trust, they've recently completed a thoughtful, thorough renovation to expand and enhance their community — including the addition of Atria...
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Our whole experience from start to when my mother moved in has been extremely positive. The place is immaculate, there are tons of interesting and diverse activities to choose from on a daily basis, the...
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 Delaney at The Vale, located just 10 miles north of Boston is the areas newest 62+ community, featuring contemporary independent living, assisted living and memory care residences. The community will include three connected buildings complete with high-end amenities, upscale concierge...
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I would give all a 5! I couldn't be happier with all. The staff is friendly and always helpful! My aunt has been on a few field trips! She loved them. She went to the ocean to see the sand sculptures. Her...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Spring Village at Dover is a new 56-bed assisted living community specializing in memory care, conveniently located in the developing Pointe Place neighborhood of Dover, NH. Woodbine Senior Living, LLC, a management and development company with over 40 years of experience in the Senior Living...
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They have great communication and care from staff. Welcoming space, activities are varied and set up for a range of needs. It is clean. Food is great.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Located in a quaint neighborhood in the town of Danvers is Seasons - the premier assisted living community specializing in memory care on the North Shore. At Seasons of Danvers, we approach the needs of our residents in a holistic way. With our approach, we believe we can maximize the abilities...
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The staff are good. They know each resident very well and treat them well. There are lots of activities scheduled and she really enjoys them. Cleanliness is great too, I've never seen a mess. Her room in...
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 Plymouth County of Kingston, Massachusetts, The Inn at Silver Lake is the perfect assisted living community for you or your loved one. Our residents enjoy breathtaking views of lakes, gardens, woods and well-maintained landscaping. We are just moments away from area attractions such as...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Plymouth Crossings
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The staff was very attentive; the facility was very clean and organized; the rooms were a good size; overall the facility is run very well. A very good place for a loved one.
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.
Plymouth Crossings is a lively suburban hideaway, convenient to shops and amenities, and just minutes from historic, artistic, cultural and retail centers. Our community is a place people love to call home whether their favorite activity is catching up with friends, watching a performance or...
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Very nice and caring people. Very clean. Would recommend it's a very nice facility with caring people and a nice dining room. They have lots of activities if the person is interested and the nurses have...
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.
Whitney Place combines all the comforts and more convenience than you could ever find at home. It’s a warm and gracious setting for seniors needing a little help with daily routines, featuring private or shared apartments.Residents receive individual attention from our nurses, dedicated...
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Staff is awesome, very caring. Always activities available, travel to different restaurants once a week, visits to the beach, pony farms and fun things like that. Very clean. Highly recommend
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.
Windsor Place offers independent,assisted and Alzheimer's/memory care. You've mastered the art of living well, and it shows. At Windsor Place Assisted living, you can retire that way, too. No matter what you are looking for in an assisted living residence, you'll find the best of it all at...
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I don't have enough experience to speak to that but we are comfortable here and our needs are being met. However, I like the warmness and friendliness at the community and yes I would recommend this...
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.
We are located in the heart of historic Watertown, steps from the Charles River and an easy proximity to shopping, houses of worship, recreation and the many cultural attractions that the area offers. We serve the communities surrounding us including Belmont, Newton, Waltham and Cambridge.The...
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Everything has been excellent! I love [name removed] from sales. Apartment sizes are great. Love the porch that each room has, very unique. I encouraged them to do more orientation, mom is having one today.
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.
Maplewood at Weston is located along the Charles River in one of the most desirable suburbs in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil countryside, our community is just minutes from the many cultural attractions of Boston, including the Museum of Fine Arts and The Boston Symphony Orchestra. We...
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My dad has adjusted better than I expected (esp. since he went from rehab hospital directly to Charter without returning to his home). He has friends he dines with, plays cards and bingo, enjoys when...
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 Linden at Dedham is nestled in an inviting green country setting in a quiet wooded area conveniently located off of Route 95. Although we are not the “shiny penny” in our market, we offer all the comforts of home with unparalleled nursing care, coupled with longevity amongst its staff. As a...
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Cost of memory care in Gloucester, MA

The average cost of senior living in Gloucester is $9,416 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boston, MA with an average of $8,445 per month.

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

Gloucester, MA
$9,416/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$9,416/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,991/mo
Studio
$9,980/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,349/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,740/mo

Senior living costs in Gloucester 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: Gloucester, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGloucester, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$9,416/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$8,154/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,747/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Gloucester, MA:$9,416/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Gloucester, MA:$8,154/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Gloucester, MA:$4,747/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Gloucester, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Gloucester 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.

Gloucester, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Gloucester, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Gloucester 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 average 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
Gloucester, MA$9,096/mo$8,716/mo+4.4%
Massachusetts$9,067/mo$8,493/mo+6.8%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Gloucester, MA
2024 average cost:$9,096/mo
2023 average cost:$8,716/mo
Percent change:+4.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$9,067/mo
2023 average cost:$8,493/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Gloucester

Recent reviews for memory care in Gloucester

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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Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA

5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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Gloucester review score based on 971 family reviews

8.3
Review score258 facilities971 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 971 reviews of 258 Gloucester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gloucester 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

Gloucester review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gloucester, MA258 facilities
8.4
Cambridge, MA342 facilities
7.5
Boston, MA183 facilities

Review subcategories for Gloucester 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 971 reviews of 258 Gloucester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gloucester 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.
Gloucester, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.3
3.7
Friendliness
3.4
3.8
Care services
3.0
3.5
Staff
3.2
3.7
Meals & dining
3.0
3.4
Activities
3.1
3.3
Value for cost*
3.0
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gloucester memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gloucester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester 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 Gloucester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gloucester, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.4%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.2%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.5%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
69.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.5%
69.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gloucester 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 Gloucester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gloucester, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.8%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.2%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gloucester 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 Gloucester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gloucester, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.6%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.1%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
58.9%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.4%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.9%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gloucester 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 Gloucester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gloucester, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
45.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gloucester 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 Gloucester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gloucester, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
69%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.2%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.9%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.6%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.9%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.8%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.2%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
39.1%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Gloucester

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 Gloucester protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Arbors of Bedford and Sunrise of Plymouth Beach are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gloucester, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 258 memory care facilities near Gloucester, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Gloucester, Massachusetts are Carriage Hill Assisted Living, The Pines Of Newmarket and Atria Longmeadow Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 258 memory care facilities near you in Gloucester, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, 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 Gloucester, Massachusetts ranges from $4995 to $18742. The average Memory Care cost in Gloucester, Massachusetts is $9,416. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Gloucester, Massachusetts typically starts at $4995. 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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