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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Swampscott, MA

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Memory care in Swampscott 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 Swampscott is about $7,336 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 34 communities, read 439 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Last Updated: 12/20/24
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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.
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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.
The Leonard Florence Center for Living, a state-of-the-art, 100-bed skilled nursing home sponsored by the Chelsea Jewish Foundation, is now accepting resident applications for its February opening. Located on Admiral's Hill in Chelsea, MA, the Leonard Florence Center for Living is the first...
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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 Chelsea Jewish Foundation is an assisted living community located in the quiet area of Chelsea, Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Located just across the bridge from Boston, the Chelsea area has always been an independent, working-class industrial community from the beginning of its existence....
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Swampscott, MA

The average cost of senior living in Swampscott is $7,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gloucester, MA with an average of $7,094 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swampscott, MA vs. nearby cities

Swampscott, MA
$7,336/mo
$7,325/mo
$7,510/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swampscott, MA vs. the state and national average

Swampscott, MA
$7,336/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Swampscott vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$7,336/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Swampscott, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,180/mo
Studio
$7,430/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,997/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,569/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Swampscott over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Swampscott

Recent reviews for memory care in Swampscott

Youville Place in Lexington, MA

5.0
We couldn't be more grateful to have our mom in the loving and capable hands of the Youville community. The Memory Care Unit there is top-notch. To this day, given all the challenges with her Alzheimer's, we feel it is one of the best decisions that we have made. The place is clean, ...
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Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA

5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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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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Swampscott review score based on 93 family reviews

6.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 93 reviews of 29 Swampscott memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Swampscott 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

Swampscott review score compared against nearby cities

6.9
Swampscott, MA29 facilities
7.3
Salem, MA29 facilities
7.4
Lynn, MA40 facilities

Review subcategories for Swampscott 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 93 reviews of 29 Swampscott memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Swampscott 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.3
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Swampscott memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swampscott memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swampscott, 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 Swampscott 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 Swampscott that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Swampscott, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.2%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.9%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Swampscott 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 Swampscott Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Swampscott, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.5%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.8%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Swampscott 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 Swampscott partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Swampscott, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.4%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.2%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.9%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Swampscott 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 Swampscott communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swampscott, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.2%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.6%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
41.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swampscott 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 Swampscott offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swampscott, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.7%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.1%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
24.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Grove Manor Estates are the top-rated memory care facilities near Swampscott, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 34 memory care facilities near Swampscott, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Swampscott, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Marina Place and Maplewood at Weston. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 34 memory care facilities near you in Swampscott, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $17261. The average Memory Care cost in Swampscott, Massachusetts is $7,336. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Swampscott, 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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