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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Melrose, MA

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Memory care in Melrose 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 Melrose is about $7,683 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 69 communities, read 1042 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Lynn Shore Rest Home
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.
Photo of Lynn Home For Elderly Persons
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Sancta Maria Nursing Facility
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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The staff and administration have been top notch. They are friendly, helpful, professional, and caring. My loved one has not had an easy time, but that is due to her own state of mind. While she feels no...
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.
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Things have worked out well so far for my Mom here. It is a clean, nice looking facility, and they've provided everything she has needed carewise thus far. The staff I've interacted with have been fine, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Marian Manor
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
At Marian Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Photo of Sherrill House
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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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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 Newbury of Brookline is located on nearly four acres in Fisher Hill. Our community combines comfortable elegance with the unparalleled details that define Kisco Signature living. Our exemplary service and upscale amenities help us fulfill our mission of making a difference every day in the...
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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.
Located on the Salem Common in a historic Federalist Mansion, the John Bertram House delivers the finest in senior care under the guidance of Sunrise Senior Living and local Board of Trustees. Serving Senior for over thirty years, the John Bertram House affords families peace-of-mind by providing...
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Cost of memory care in Melrose, MA

The average cost of senior living in Melrose is $7,683 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Methuen Town, MA with an average of $7,364 per month.

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

Melrose, MA
$7,683/mo
$7,637/mo
$7,630/mo

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

Melrose, MA
$7,683/mo
U.S. national average
$4,962/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,683/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,859/mo
Studio
$7,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,733/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,896/mo

Senior living costs in Melrose 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: Melrose, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMelrose, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,683/mo$7,312/mo$4,962/mo
Assisted Living$7,667/mo$7,305/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$6,835/mo$6,417/mo$4,167/mo
Memory Care
Melrose, MA:$7,683/mo
Massachusetts:$7,312/mo
U.S.:$4,962/mo
Assisted Living
Melrose, MA:$7,667/mo
Massachusetts:$7,305/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Melrose, MA:$6,835/mo
Massachusetts:$6,417/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
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Memory care costs in Melrose, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Melrose 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 Melrose, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Melrose 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.

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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Melrose, MA$8,944/mo$9,218/mo-3.0%
Massachusetts$9,439/mo$8,798/mo+7.3%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Melrose, MA
2024 average cost:$8,944/mo
2023 average cost:$9,218/mo
Percent change:-3.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$9,439/mo
2023 average cost:$8,798/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Melrose

Recent reviews for memory care in Melrose

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated memory care units with personalized care. Several reviews mention the high-quality memory care units that cater to the unique needs of residents, ensuring personalized attention and stimulation. For instance, at Windrose at Woburn, the staff customizes daily routines to accommodate individual residents, and at Benchmark Senior Living ...
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Thoughtfully designed community spaces for residents. Residents benefit from clean, well-designed living spaces designed to promote comfort and engagement. At Maplewood at Weston, the community is praised for its homely feel, while at Artis Senior Living of Reading, the beautiful outdoor courtyard, tables, and walkways are favorite features amo ...
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Consistent communication with families. Families appreciate regular, clear communication from staff regarding their loved ones' well-being. For example, at Youville Place, management was praised for their weekly updates during the pandemic, while at Artis Senior Living of Lexington, staff members are commended for their responsive ...
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Compassionate and caring staff members. Several reviews highlight the kindness and compassion shown by staff, making a significant impact on residents' lives. At Youville Place, the sense of caring is palpable, with staff described as treating residents like family, while at Sunrise of Burlington MA, the staff's empathetic approac ...
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Customized activities and programming. Residents enjoy a range of activities tailored to their interests and abilities, keeping them engaged and stimulated. At Youville Place, the variety of programs helps residents stay active, while at Artis Senior Living of Reading, the daily activities provide much-needed socialization and en ...
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Professional and supportive management. Effective management plays a crucial role in ensuring a positive living experience for residents. At Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, management is praised for their dedication and support, while at Youville Place, the executive director's attentiveness and responsiveness are appreciated.
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Melrose review score based on 270 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 270 reviews of 61 Melrose memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Melrose 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

Melrose review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Melrose, MA61 facilities
8.0
Malden, MA71 facilities
8.0
Medford, MA76 facilities

Review subcategories for Melrose 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 270 reviews of 61 Melrose memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Melrose 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.
Melrose, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
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Melrose memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melrose memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melrose, 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 Melrose 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 Melrose that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.5%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.8%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Melrose 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 Melrose Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.9%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.6%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melrose 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 Melrose partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60.7%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.5%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.1%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Melrose 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 Melrose communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.5%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melrose 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 Melrose offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melrose, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
75.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.5%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.1%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.9%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
73.8%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
41%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.4%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Melrose

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 Melrose protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Youville Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Melrose, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 69 memory care facilities near Melrose, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Melrose, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Atria Marland Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 69 memory care facilities near you in Melrose, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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 Melrose, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $18615. The average Memory Care cost in Melrose, Massachusetts is $7,683. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Melrose, 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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