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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ashland, MA
Assisted living costs in Ashland average about $7,226 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 35 communities in Ashland. Our detailed directory has 548 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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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.
Welcome to The Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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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.
Alliance Health at Marie Esther is a newly renovated Rest Home for Men and Women of all faiths, conveniently located in Marlboro, surrounded by rolling green grounds and the conveniences of near by businesses. We are proud to provide the highest standards of care in a comfortable, attractive, and...
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.
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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There is a lot of coordination between the health and the care with medical. They work hard to communicate with the family members of the residents to make sure that they are aware. The staff are well...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Sudbury is a memory care assisted living community located in Middlesex County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully designed...
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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.
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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Cost of assisted living in Ashland, MA
The average cost of senior living in Ashland is $7,226 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Attleboro, MA with an average of $6,207 per month.
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ashland, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Ashland
Recent reviews for assisted living in Ashland
The Gables at Winchester
4.9
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views
Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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The Residence at Melrose Station
5.0
My mom is doing great at The Residence at Melrose Station! The staff are taking very good care of her. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families! It is not cheap but it is worth the money.
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High-quality meals and restaurant-style dining. Numerous reviews praise the excellent food quality and restaurant-style dining found in several senior living communities. For instance, at Artisan at Hudson, the dinning room offers gourmet food selections and is open all day. Residents at The Residence at Paine Estate appreciate the variet ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews express appreciation for the kindness and warm nature of the staff at different communities. At Maplewood at Weston, the staff is described as compassionate, professional, and always ready to help. Residents and their families at The Branches of Marlboro also commend the staf ...
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Variety of activities for social engagement. Senior communities offer a wide range of activities designed to encourage socializing among residents. For example, at New Horizons at Marlborough LLC, residents enjoy weekly shopping trips, Happy Hour in the lounge, and regular outings to museums and parks. The Anthology of Millis community i ...
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Clean and updated facilities. A clean and well-maintained environment is essential for senior living communities. At New Horizons at Marlborough LLC, the facility is described as spotless, with nice apartments and updated spaces. The beautiful surroundings and well-maintained grounds at Atria Draper Place are also noted ...
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Personalized care and attention. Individualized care is crucial for seniors, and several communities offer tailored experiences for their residents. For instance, at The Branches of Marlboro, the staff provides excellent care for residents with varying needs, while at The Residence at Whitcomb House, leaders and staff make ...
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Engaging activities and events. Residents appreciate the opportunity to participate in engaging activities and events that cater to their interests. For example, at Maplewood at Weston, residents enjoy a variety of activities, such as art classes, movies, and bridge and poker games. The calendar at The Residence at Paine Es ...
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Ashland review score based on 153 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 153 reviews of 32 Ashland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ashland review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
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Review subcategories for Ashland assisted living
When assisted living 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 153 reviews of 32 Ashland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ashland resident and family assisted living 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.Ashland, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Ashland assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashland, 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 Ashland assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Ashland that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ashland, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
59.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.1%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
46.9%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
78.1%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ashland assisted living
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 Ashland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ashland, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.9%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
65.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.6%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ashland assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ashland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashland, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
68.8%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.3%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashland assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ashland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashland, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
68.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
53.1%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashland assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Ashland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashland, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
78.1%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.4%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
40.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.1%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ashland
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Ashland protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Lincoln Place and Atria Draper Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ashland, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 35 assisted living facilities near Ashland, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Ashland, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Lincoln Place and Atria Draper Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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