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Memory care in Wamesit 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 Wamesit is about $7,612 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 741 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Wamesit, MA

The average cost of senior living in Wamesit is $7,612 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newburyport, MA with an average of $6,857 per month.

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

Wamesit, MA
$7,615/mo
$7,503/mo
$7,353/mo

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

Wamesit, MA
$7,615/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,615/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,494/mo
Studio
$7,633/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,887/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,743/mo

Senior living costs in Wamesit 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: Wamesit, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWamesit, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,615/mo$7,246/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$7,592/mo$7,240/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$6,893/mo$6,355/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Wamesit, MA:$7,615/mo
Massachusetts:$7,246/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Wamesit, MA:$7,592/mo
Massachusetts:$7,240/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Wamesit, MA:$6,893/mo
Massachusetts:$6,355/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Wamesit, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Wamesit 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wamesit, MA$8,658/mo$8,560/mo+1.1%
Massachusetts$9,439/mo$8,798/mo+7.3%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Wamesit, MA
2024 average cost:$8,658/mo
2023 average cost:$8,560/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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 Wamesit

Recent reviews for memory care in Wamesit

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

Youville Place in Lexington, MA

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

5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated memory care communities. Many reviews mention the importance of communities that specialize in memory care, providing focused care and accommodations for residents. At Artis Senior Living of Reading, families appreciate the hometown feel and the separate communities, each with their own dining room and screened in por ...
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Attentive and caring staff. Several reviews highlight the dedication and responsiveness of staff members, offering personalized care and accommodations for loved ones. Families at Sunrise of Burlington MA express gratitude for staff's accommodation and flexibility in dealing with their loved ones' needs.
Beautiful outdoor spaces. Residents and their families enjoy the outdoor areas offered by various communities, providing opportunities for relaxation and engagement. At Stone Hill at Andover, the beautiful fenced-in outdoor area is a favorite among residents and visitors alike.
Supportive care for end-of-life needs. Reviews highlight the importance of caregivers who provide compassionate support during end-of-life care, ensuring residents and their families have peace of mind. Families of Bridges by EPOCH at Westford share heartfelt appreciation for the staff's attentiveness and professionalism.
Customized activity offerings. Families praise the staff's efforts to accommodate individual resident interests and preferences when it comes to activities. At Stone Hill at Andover, the team encourages residents to participate in activities and regularly brings in musical entertainment for the memory care community.
Professional and knowledgeable staff. Reviews consistently mention the importance of competent, well-trained staff in providing high-quality care. At Giving Tree Senior Living, families express appreciation for the responsiveness and attentiveness of staff in dealing with their loved ones' needs.
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Wamesit review score based on 202 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 202 reviews of 27 Wamesit memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wamesit 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

Wamesit review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Wamesit, MA27 facilities
8.0
Lowell, MA22 facilities
8.0
Lawrence, MA22 facilities

Review subcategories for Wamesit 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 202 reviews of 27 Wamesit memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wamesit 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.
Wamesit, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.9
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Wamesit memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wamesit memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wamesit, 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 Wamesit 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 Wamesit that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wamesit, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.1%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.4%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
81.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wamesit 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 Wamesit Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wamesit, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
74.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wamesit 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 Wamesit partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wamesit, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
77.8%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
74.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.5%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wamesit 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 Wamesit communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wamesit, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
77.8%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.6%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wamesit 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 Wamesit offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wamesit, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
81.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.5%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
81.5%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
81.5%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.5%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
81.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
63%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
81.5%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Wamesit

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