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Memory care in Waterville 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 Waterville is about $7,094 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 102 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Inn at Silver Lake
44 Photos available
9.1
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30 reviews
9.1
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30 reviews
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I would say they get a five on everything, except number six. Because I've never eaten the food and have no opinion. Also, on number eight, I have no opinion because I've never compared prices that closely...
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.
Located in Plymouth County of Kingston, Massachusetts, The Inn at Silver Lake is the perfect assisted living community for you or your loved one. Our residents enjoy breathtaking views of lakes, gardens, woods and well-maintained landscaping. We are just moments away from area attractions such as...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Plymouth Crossings
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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Yes would recommend checking Benchmark and comparing to other assisted livings . Among the many positives we liked the layout of the Plymouth facility. It was not an overwhelming space for mom to learn to...
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.
Plymouth Crossings is a lively suburban hideaway, convenient to shops and amenities, and just minutes from historic, artistic, cultural and retail centers. Our community is a place people love to call home whether their favorite activity is catching up with friends, watching a performance or...
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Photo of The Village at Duxbury and Allerton House, a CCRC
1515 Photos available
8.5
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15 reviews
8.5
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15 reviews
5 star
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Not too big or small; many many choices each day for meals; they have a wonderful free car service; there is a heated indoor pool open every day. There are quite a few physical exercise classes, as well...
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.
Imagine a picturesque setting, a carefree lifestyle, outstanding amenities, and personalized services provided by an exceptional staff. Imagine an elegant yet comfortable design, great neighbors, and an energizing atmosphere. Imagine The Village at Duxbury! Since opening in 1994, The Village at...
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Photo of Stafford Hill
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8.0
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20 reviews
8.0
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20 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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Very friendly staff. Always there to help the people. Check in on the people in their apartment often. Make sure the people are involved in activities. Recommend very highly!
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.
Stafford Hill, located less than two miles from the beaches and charming coastline of Massachusetts, is an Assisted Living and Memory Care community offering an array of services, care and amenities for seniors.Convenient to historic Plymouth, with close proximity to Beth Israel Lahey Hospital,...
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Beautiful and quiet location on Silver Lake Reservoir. Fairly rural community. Have to travel by car or Wingate van for shopping. Rooms are a better than many of the other facilities I visited for my...
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.
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Duxbury House at the Village
22 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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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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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Waterville, MA

The average cost of senior living in Waterville is $7,094 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,790 per month.

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

Waterville, MA
$7,094/mo

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

Waterville, MA
$7,094/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,094/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,213/mo
Studio
$8,337/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,964/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,296/mo

Senior living costs in Waterville 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: Waterville, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWaterville, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,094/mo$7,244/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$7,094/mo$7,238/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$6,349/mo$6,353/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Waterville, MA:$7,094/mo
Massachusetts:$7,244/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Waterville, MA:$7,094/mo
Massachusetts:$7,238/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Waterville, MA:$6,349/mo
Massachusetts:$6,353/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Waterville, MA, over time

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

Waterville, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Waterville, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Waterville 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
Waterville, MA$8,234/mo$6,917/mo+19.0%
Massachusetts$7,708/mo$7,325/mo+5.2%
National$5,570/mo$5,488/mo+1.5%
Waterville, MA
2024 average cost:$8,234/mo
2023 average cost:$6,917/mo
Percent change:+19.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,708/mo
2023 average cost:$7,325/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$5,570/mo
2023 average cost:$5,488/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Waterville

Recent reviews for memory care in Waterville

Autumn Glen at Dartmouth in North Dartmouth, MA

5.0
Previously my love one was at a different facility and I will say that it is much better for her. They provide a lot of nice programs that they run. They do have a Memory Care section and I find that the people here are just more caring. The staff team is very knowledgeable and communicative. If ...
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The Arbors at Taunton

4.9
They did very well with communication with us. I was happy with my experience with the asstisted living. I would recommend to other families.

Swan Brook Assisted Living in Swansea, MA

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility to others. It was the least expensive for miles around. It is very homey. The staff and the owner are so nice. I can't say enough good things about this facility. The staff calls me for every little issue. For example, she fell a couple of times. They call ...
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Waterville review score based on 25 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 25 reviews of 10 Waterville memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waterville 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

Waterville review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Waterville, MA10 facilities
8.3
8.0
Bridgewater, MA11 facilities

Review subcategories for Waterville 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 25 reviews of 10 Waterville memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waterville 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.
Waterville, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.8
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.3
3.8
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Waterville memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterville memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterville, 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 Waterville 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 Waterville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Waterville, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
63.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
70%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
70%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterville 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 Waterville Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterville, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterville 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 Waterville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterville, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Waterville 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 Waterville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Waterville, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterville 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 Waterville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterville, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Waterville

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Inn at Silver Lake, Benchmark Senior Living at Plymouth Crossings and The Village at Duxbury and Allerton House, a CCRC are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waterville, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 10 memory care facilities near Waterville, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Waterville, Massachusetts is Sunrise of Plymouth Beach. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 10 memory care facilities near you in Waterville, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waterville, 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 Waterville, 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 Waterville, Massachusetts ranges from $250 to $18615. The average Memory Care cost in Waterville, Massachusetts is $7,094. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Waterville, Massachusetts typically starts at $250. 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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