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Memory care in Oakham 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 Oakham is about $10,983 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 261 communities, read 5570 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Shrewsbury, Worcester and Leominster.

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Photo of The Residence at Freeman Lake
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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Staff are very good so far . Activities are ok . Place is pretty clean . Room is a small one bedroom . There are larger one bedrooms . None were available. I think she is doing pretty well . They are way...
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 Forge Hill is Franklin's first senior living community. Located on Forge Hill Road less than a mile from routes 140 and 495, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is a state of the art community that offers a full complement of amenities and supportive services designed...
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The staff is outstanding in all areas! CNAs and RN are very caring and attentive. Admin has a Great handle on all functions. My mom started as respite--moved to full time --and now is moving to memory care....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Chapel HIll is a luxury senior living community in the tranquil village of Chapel Four Corners in Cumberland, Providence County, Rhode Island. Our community is located just off Route 295, offering a convenient and short drive from the major cities of Providence, Boston, New Haven and Hartford....
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Overall, apartment and closet space is huge. Very generous. Overall design and cleanliness is great, activities are varied and multiple options daily. The food is also above average and flexible, generous...
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.
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from doctor’s...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Shrewsbury Crossings
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She is very well taken care of by the staff. They have activities all day and they really work hard to have everyone participate. She is in a companion suite so she has a bedroom and there is a shared...
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.
Residents of Shrewsbury Crossings enjoy the pleasure of a close-knit community, the privacy of a spacious apartment home, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our staff is always available to cater to their individual needs. Our spacious assisted living apartments have room for favorite...
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Regarding Brookdale itself, who it is average to very good. The staff is very helpful and on hand when needed. The activities at Brookdale are many and varied as are the trips and outings. Shopping and trips...
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.
Quality Care Today and TomorrowIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in comfort and quality care, prepare to savor the good life. Nestled on more than 100 acres in Framingham, Massachusetts, our community offers a wonderful quality of...
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The one bedroom apartment is a very nice size. Specifically, the bathroom is really well thought out and the shower is a walk-in shower which is helpful for people with limited mobility. The staff is kind...
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.
American House Keene is everything you are looking for in an all-inclusive senior living community. Located within walking distance to downtown Keene with its many shops and restaurants, this beautifully designed senior living community offers an active lifestyle supported by a nurturing...
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Photo of The Village At Willow Crossings
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The nursing staff is very good. Not surprisingly, the daily care staff (not sure what term they use) is uneven: sometimes they're terrific and sometimes they are quite underwhelming. I'm sensitive to how...
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 Village at Willow Crossings is an active Senior community situated on a 20-acre woodland campus in the heart of Mansfield, MA. Manicured gardens grace the winding drives that travel through the picturesque campus, accented by the white picket fences of the charming cottage neighborhood. The...
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Photo of The Gables of Fitchburg
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She has moved into an assisted living apartment in Fitchburg. She is settling in very nicely. She has her own apartment and brought many of her personal belongings and furniture. She gets 3 square meals a...
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.
Residents at The Gables enjoy their spacious apartments in a quaint community with the affordability they deserve.The Gables of Fitchburg is locally owned and offers Assisted Living in the privacy of your own apartment.We offer deluxe studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms and two bedroom suites...
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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.
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Photo of Windham Terrace
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We have found the facility and most especially each and every staff person at Windham Terrace to be incredibly warm and welcoming. The place is immaculate, inside and outside, and the food and dining service...
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.
Located in the heart of Windham village, but hidden from the hustle and bustle, you will find Windham Terrace.  We provide a full complement of services and amenities.  Residents can enjoy enriching social, cultural and educational activities.  Windham Terrace is close to...
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Photo of The Residence at Orchard Grove
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The staff and care are very good. They keep the entire place/room immaculate. The room space is good - you don't spend much time in the room as they like to have the residents either actively or passively...
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 Residence at Orchard Grove is a brand new monthly rental community in Shrewsbury. This luxury senior living community features independent and assisted living apartments along with a supportive neighborhood for those living with dementia and Alzheimer's.Featuring LCB's Everyday Gourmet dining...
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Photo of The Branches of Marlboro
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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
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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.
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Nashua Crossings
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Just make sure you speak up if you find things aren't satisfactory. I feel I was heard and things improved. I go daily to make sure all is going smoothly and my husband is happy and clean and well cared for.
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 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 Sunrise of Leominster
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It had a more homey/less clinical feel than some others. Also the location was convenient for us. Staff are all very friendly and competent.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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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 Benchmark at Billerica Crossings
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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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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 The Residence at Boylston Place
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My sister recently moved into The Residence At Boylston Place and loves it. The other residents are welcoming and friendly. The staff is made up of caring, knowledgeable professionals that treat 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 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 Arbors of Hop Brook
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The staff is first rate all around. I had a two bedroom apt which was 1000 sq ft. Well laid out. There are a lot of activities and if you would like to you can start one. They have a varied menu every dinner
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.
Arbors, a Nationally Accredited, Continuing Care Retirement Community in Manchester, Connecticut. Arbors offers Independent,Assisted and Continuing Care in a stress-free lifestyle with security, companionship, services and access to our award Health Care Center long term and rehab health care. At...
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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 Enclave of Franklin Assisted Living and Memory Care Community
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What we like the most about the community are the staff, they are caring and care for the whole family. It has a full schedule of activities as well as anytime dining. Yes, we would recommend this community...
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.
Set in Norfolk County in the historic town of Franklin, The Enclave of Franklin is a senior living community where older adults can live comfortably and more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options, The Enclave of...
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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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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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Cost of memory care in Oakham, MA

The average cost of senior living in Oakham is $10,983 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, MA with an average of $8,036 per month.

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

Oakham, MA
$10,983/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$10,983/mo

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

Semi-Private
$8,891/mo
Studio
$9,868/mo
1 Bedroom
$10,479/mo

Senior living costs in Oakham 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: Oakham, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOakham, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$10,983/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$7,782/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$4,011/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Oakham, MA:$10,983/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Oakham, MA:$7,782/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Oakham, MA:$4,011/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Oakham, MA, over time

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

Oakham, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Oakham, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Oakham 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
Oakham, MA$9,862/mo$8,831/mo+11.7%
Massachusetts$9,067/mo$8,493/mo+6.8%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Oakham, MA
2024 average cost:$9,862/mo
2023 average cost:$8,831/mo
Percent change:+11.7%
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 Oakham

Recent reviews for memory care in Oakham

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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Oakham review score based on 1,207 family reviews

8.5
Review score261 facilities1207 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1207 reviews of 261 Oakham memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakham 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

Oakham review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Oakham, MA261 facilities
8.4
Cambridge, MA342 facilities
8.4
Quincy, MA342 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakham 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 1,207 reviews of 261 Oakham memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Oakham 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.
Oakham, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.7
Friendliness
3.5
3.8
Care services
3.1
3.5
Staff
3.4
3.7
Meals & dining
3.1
3.4
Activities
3.2
3.3
Value for cost*
3.1
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Oakham memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakham memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakham, 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 Oakham 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 Oakham that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oakham, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.5%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.1%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oakham 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 Oakham Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakham, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
64.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.5%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakham 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 Oakham partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oakham, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.4%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
60.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.9%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.8%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakham 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 Oakham communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakham, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.7%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.5%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
51.3%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.8%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakham 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 Oakham offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakham, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
72%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.4%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.5%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.3%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
69.7%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
43.7%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.1%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Oakham

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Draper Place, The Lighthouse at Lincoln and Atria Lincoln Place are the top-rated memory care facilities near Oakham, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 261 memory care facilities near Oakham, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Oakham, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Lincoln Place and Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 261 memory care facilities near you in Oakham, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Oakham, 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 Oakham, 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 Oakham, Massachusetts ranges from $3796 to $15345. The average Memory Care cost in Oakham, Massachusetts is $10,983. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Oakham, Massachusetts typically starts at $3796. 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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