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Memory care in New Salem 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 New Salem is about $6,661 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 144 communities, read 2524 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Holyoke, Amherst and South Hadley.

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Our family is very pleased with the Atrium. 5 for all. They are very attentive to our family member with great engagement and activities.
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.
When looking for long-term care for your loved one who has dementia, you’ll want to make sure it provides the right type of certified memory care specialists and a safe environment with constant monitoring. Will your loved one have personal assistance? Have access to meaningful activities and...
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Excellent hospice care and activities for the dementia ward of Notre Dame assisted living. Very limited activities at the long term care, dementia care ward, due to ratio of ND staff to residents. Many...
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 peaceful, serene, scenic location and beautiful structure that was originally built in 1900 to serve as the convent for the Sisters of Notre Dame, today houses the vibrant du Lac Assisted Living community.Our mission remains deeply committed to that of Saint Julie Billiart, founder of the...
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Absolutely LOVE this place. They always treat the residents with respect. Absolutely everyone, regardless of their job. We chose this facility because of the director of admissions (now executive...
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.
Langdon Place of Keene, located in the quaint New England town of Keene, New Hampshire is a Genesis senior living community offering the best in quality care, recreational activities and personalized services. We are the proud recipient of the Bronze National Quality Award from The American...
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Everything was included. As my dad needed more help there was no extra charge. My dad had food allergies and the chef met with him personally and took his allergies seriously. When you rang the bell for help...
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.
We invite you to consider RiverCourt Residences for a parent, family member, or for yourself. RiverCourt Residences offers an unbeatable value and a distinctive lifestyle for seniors through custom-tailored options for independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's Care. This wonderful...
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Christopher Heights has a friendly atmosphere and a great staff greeting you when you come in. The place is very clean and welcoming. My Mom has had excellent care there.
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.
Christopher Heights of Marlborough Assisted Living Community offers residents all-inclusive programs to cater to a wide range of personal needs, while respecting their desire to maintain privacy and independence in a dignified setting.Our community is comprised of 83 private apartments in one...
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My mother has been a resident of Orchard Hill for over 6 years now, and she absolutely loves it there. Orchard Hill is family-owned and operated and is smaller than the other assisted living facilities we...
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.
Orchard Hill at Sudbury is a small home-like residence with an intimate scale and unique residential setting located on a ten acre site near the historic Wayside Inn. The award winning, elegant farmhouse style mansion has spacious studio and one bedroom apartments in the midst of beautifully...
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My mom (90 yearsold ) has been living in the memory care area for almost a year.They are caring and wonderful. She loves it. It’s small and I feel so happy knowing she is there.
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.
Kimball Farms, a not-for-profit retirement community in Lenox, Massachusetts, in the heart of The Berkshires of Western MA. Kimball Farms is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a continuum of care with a variety of housing options. Kimball Farms Lifecare Retirement Community...
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Facility is very nice. We transferred my mother from a facility where the and personal care and medical care was exceptional from the staff. The staff/aids are not as caring, but that could be a northern...
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.
Golden Pond is much more than a typical housing development for seniors. Golden Pond's programs and services are designed specifically for individuals who live independently but may require some assistance with their daily care to maintain that independence. Our residents needing assistance see...
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Loved most of the staff, location, facilities. Improvement: nurses seemed to change frequently, requiring each of them to get to know my Dad and resulting in some guidance having to get reiterated several...
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.
Ledgewood Bay Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care is nestled in a quaint planned community in beautiful Milford, New Hampshire. This picturesque hilltop, with fantastic views of the White Mountains, community is close to Route 3, 101 and 101A and centrally located near numerous...
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Staff is great especially in the dining room always anticipating what each resident may want for dinner. The food is pretty good. It took a while but we finally got plans in place to help my mother in law...
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.
Located in South Windsor, Connecticut, Alto Evergreen Walk offers premier assisted living and memory care services designed to enhance the lives of our residents. Our community embodies the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and compassionate care, ensuring that each resident enjoys an enriching...
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Photo of Prosper at Monastery Height
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The manager and activities staff was very good. The only issue I had was that his hygiene was totally ignored. His clothes were never changed; no showers at all.
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.
Built in 1923 and prominently overlooking the city of West Springfield, Our Lady of Sorrows Monastery was renovated in 1999 to become Landmark at Monastery Heights, Senior Living Community. The beautiful building overlooks 18 spectacular acres of lawns, walking paths, and gardens and house 105...
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Mother was treated as a human being not an old person just waiting to die. The facilities are top notch and staff is outstanding treating Mom as family. The rooms are all good size and amenities like the Pub...
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.
We offer wonderful options for people who have a wide range of needs, but a strong desire to maintain their privacy and independence.This comfortable and cozy lifestyle includes many wonderful amenities. Our full scope of services consists of 24-hour staff, a secured building, housekeeping,...
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The staff are attentive and respectful toward the residents. I get somewhat frustrated that labeled clothing gets mixed with others' or disappears during laundering, so my Mom runs short of changes.
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.
Linda Manor Assisted Living is an assisted living community, located in the quiet, historic village of Leeds, MA. This modern community is situated in a wooded setting, near transportation for shopping and appointments. Leeds, a part of the City of Northampton, MA, is nestled in the Berkshire...
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Staff is very caring, and full of nice surprises for the residents. As far as the food goes. I guess they have spoken with the current kitchen crew and some of the menu has started to change for the better.
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.
Known for its excellent care and quality services, Broadview offers the perfect balance of independence and assistance with daily life when it is needed. Our caring staff makes each day fulfilling with stimulating activities, regular field trips, and opportunities to stay connected with the...
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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.
River Mills is everything you’d expect from a high-quality assisted living community, combined with the personal character and history of Chicopee, but with a longer term affordability that other communities aren’t offering. We look forward to inviting you to see and experience our thoughtfully...
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Great care in memory unit. Clean, attractive facility with excellent food. My husband has dementia and it's his 1st time in a facility. He was apprehensive about it but with encouragement from staff,...
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.
When you think of assisted living and memory care, what do you see? If cookie-cutter apartments, quiet hallways, bland food and stereotypical activities come to mind, then think again.  Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a...
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The value is excellent and the staff members would be a ten out of ten. The care services at this community especially during this year have been extraordinary, and the activities are excellent. The rooms...
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.
Corcoran House is an assisted living community born out of the restoration of a historic schoolhouse in the middle of Clinton. Opened in 1998, the house features 42 apartments and features a staff of trained professionals.
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She really likes it. They have done a good job. The food is pretty good. I think they could be a little more proactive with getting her up and walking her around, that kind of thing, being proactive with...
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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.
Live Well With Peace of Mind The Woodward provides a warm, home-like environment where individuals can live with dignity, continue to enrich their lives, and participate in their community. Our care staff is well trained to meet the needs of our residents, overseeing medications and assisting...
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Mom is doing great at this community. They made the process of moving her in outstanding. The nurse is phenomenal she answers mom's questions and stays in contact with the family. The entire staff are...
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.
Scott-Farrar at Peterborough is a non-profit, charitable retirement community. In existence for 109 year, Scott-Farrar was fully rebuilt in 2016. Scott-Farrar offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care Assisted Living. Each neighborhood offers private apartments in a range of...
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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.
This state of the art facility in Northborough, Massachusetts, offers 45 skilled nursing residences and 22 assisted living residences designed for individuals with memory loss. The Assisted Living Residence is a much needed alternative to nursing home care and offers personal care with no time...
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The community has an older resident group and there are not a lot of younger seniors. The communication between the staff and the family could be better. The nurses are very quick to return our calls but...
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.
Heritage at Framingham is an Assisted Living community where seniors find the services and security they need without giving up the traditions and independence they cherish. Located in eight park-like acres in the Nobscot region of Framingham, Heritage at Framingham offers seniors personal care...
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Mclean has closed a few times due to Covid concerns. This is why the overall experience is a 4. My father says that the food that is served is good, but not great. It is a caring environment that provides...
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 Village at McLean includes 15 barrier-free cottages, 48 large, spacious apartments plus a neighborhood of 13 villas . We are under construction of a beautiful new apartment building that will have 55 one & two bedroom apartments. Some will have balconies and fireplaces. Amenities will be...
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Making the decision to leave our home where we had lived for more than 50 years was not easy. The first night at Carmel Terrace, as I laid my head on my pillow, I truly felt like I had died & gone to...
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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.
Carmel Terrace is a not-for-profit, non-denominational, assisted living community operated by the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm, leaders in providing care for older adults for more than 75 years.  We serve the individual who wishes to maintain their independence but would enjoy...
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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...
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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.
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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The value for cost is tough to rate because it's not inexpensive, however I WOULD recommend Cornerstone to anyone. What really stood out to us and what we like the best is the friendliness, patience and...
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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.
Cornerstone at Milford offers seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art memory care program designed to treat the symptoms of memory loss in the comfortable and dignified residential setting of our Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. Located on RT-109 and just minutes from...

Cost of memory care in New Salem, MA

The average cost of senior living in New Salem is $6,661 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,898 per month.

Memory care costs in New Salem, MA, vs. nearby cities

New Salem, MA
$6,661/mo
$6,289/mo

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

New Salem, MA
$6,661/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,661/mo

Memory care costs in New Salem, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,219/mo
Studio
$6,878/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,313/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,006/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,402/mo

Senior living costs in New Salem 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: New Salem, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNew Salem, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$6,661/mo$7,246/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$6,661/mo$7,240/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$5,648/mo$6,355/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
New Salem, MA:$6,661/mo
Massachusetts:$7,246/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
New Salem, MA:$6,661/mo
Massachusetts:$7,240/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
New Salem, MA:$5,648/mo
Massachusetts:$6,355/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in New Salem, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in New Salem 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
New Salem, MA$9,882/mo$8,370/mo+18.1%
Massachusetts$9,439/mo$8,798/mo+7.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
New Salem, MA
2024 average cost:$9,882/mo
2023 average cost:$8,370/mo
Percent change:+18.1%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$9,439/mo
2023 average cost:$8,798/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in New Salem

Recent reviews for memory care in New Salem

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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Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Hoffman Summerwood Community in West Hartford, CT

5.0
My parents are very happy and comfortable at the Hoffman community. The place is clean and well maintained. Everyone there is so nice, from the residents to the staff members. The food is good and they have so many activities.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized meal options for residents. Several reviews mention the flexibility of meal options at their community, allowing residents to choose what they want to eat or have staff bring a plate to them. For example, at The Oasis at Dodge Park, the staff accommodated residents' preferences and dietary needs, ensuring mealtimes were ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activities were a key factor for many families, with reviews highlighting the meaningful activities provided for memory care residents. At Concord Park, the program director tailored activities to each resident's interests and needs, creating a stimulating and engaging environment.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Cleanliness and maintenance were consistently mentioned in positive reviews, like at Bridges by EPOCH at Westford, where concerns about cleanliness were addressed promptly, ensuring a safe and comfortable living space for residents and their families.
Friendly and caring staff. Reviews consistently praised the kindness and care shown by staff members towards residents. For example, at East Village Place, the staff went above and beyond to support the family during a difficult time, providing emotional support and maintaining open communication channels.
Individualized care for residents' needs. Whether it was accommodating dietary restrictions or providing additional care during illnesses, reviews highlighted the individualized attention given by staff to meet each resident's needs. At Brookdale West Hartford, the staff went above and beyond to accommodate a picky eater and ensure th ...
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Open and responsive communication with families. Families appreciated clear and consistent communication from staff, ensuring everyone was kept informed and involved in their loved one's care. At The Oasis at Dodge Park, the staff welcomed and encouraged family involvement, creating a strong sense of community and support.
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New Salem review score based on 586 family reviews

8.5
Review score126 facilities586 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 586 reviews of 126 New Salem memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The New Salem 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

New Salem review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
New Salem, MA126 facilities
8.6
Amherst, MA145 facilities
7.9
Greenfield, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for New Salem 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 586 reviews of 126 New Salem memory care communities. This chart helps you compare New Salem 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.
New Salem, 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
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

New Salem memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in New Salem memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in New Salem, 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 New Salem 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 New Salem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
New Salem, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
29.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.2%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.1%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.4%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in New Salem 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 New Salem Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
New Salem, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in New Salem 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 New Salem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
New Salem, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.5%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
61.9%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
55.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in New Salem 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 New Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
New Salem, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
58.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
45.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in New Salem 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 New Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
New Salem, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.7%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.8%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
65.9%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.8%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
67.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.8%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in New Salem

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