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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Melrose, MA
Assisted living costs in Melrose average about $7,344 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 70 communities in Melrose. Our detailed directory has 916 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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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...
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.
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....
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.
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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
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This was a wonderful experience, we left this community to move my husband as he needed higher care, and I wanted to come back! After he passed away, I considered moving back as I love it here. The care here...
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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.
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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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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Things have worked out well so far for my Mom here. It is a clean, nice looking facility, and they've provided everything she has needed carewise thus far. The staff I've interacted with have been fine, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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: 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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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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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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.
Located on the Salem Common in a historic Federalist Mansion, the John Bertram House delivers the finest in senior care under the guidance of Sunrise Senior Living and local Board of Trustees. Serving Senior for over thirty years, the John Bertram House affords families peace-of-mind by providing...
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.
Cost of assisted living in Melrose, MA
The average cost of senior living in Melrose is $7,344 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Methuen Town, MA with an average of $7,082 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melrose, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melrose, MA vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melrose vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Melrose, MA by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Melrose
Recent reviews for assisted living in Melrose
Putnam Farm at Danvers
4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her.
Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Compassionate and attentive staff. Many reviews express appreciation for the dedication and care shown by staff members at various communities. For example, at Sunrise of Gardner Park, the staff's kindness and patience have helped a resident feel at ease and well cared for. At Sunrise of Newton, the compassionate nature of th ...
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Thoughtfully designed activities. Residents enjoy a wide range of activities at their communities. At Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community, activities like singing, crafts, and outings help residents stay engaged and socially connected. At Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, the availability of daily activities and the adap ...
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Well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are priorities across many communities. At The Gables at Winchester, the lovely grounds and well-kept common areas contribute to a pleasant living experience. At Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, the facility's cleanliness, along with attentive maintenance, is a sourc ...
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Friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews consistently highlight the warm and inviting environments at various communities. At Atria Maplewood Place, the friendly and congenial staff make residents feel at home. At Atria Longmeadow Place, a resident enjoys making friends and feels proud to call the community their home.
Delicious and customized meals. Quality meals are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction at their communities. At Providence House, the chef accommodates individual dietary preferences. At Evans Park At Newton Corner, residents express pleasure in the outstanding food offerings and appreciate the attentiveness o ...
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Resident-focused care plans. Communities prioritize the unique needs of each resident. At Sunrise of Newton, staff work closely with families to understand a loved one's preferences and care requirements, ensuring a tailored living experience. At Sunrise of Burlington MA, personalized care plans help facilitate a smooth ...
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Melrose review score based on 245 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 245 reviews of 64 Melrose assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Melrose 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
Melrose review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Melrose 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 245 reviews of 64 Melrose assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Melrose 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.Melrose, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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Melrose assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melrose assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melrose, 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 Melrose 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 Melrose that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
52.4%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.4%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.7%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Melrose 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 Melrose Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.5%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.5%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melrose 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 Melrose partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.8%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
60.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.8%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Melrose 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 Melrose communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melrose, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
50.8%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melrose 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 Melrose offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melrose, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
73%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.8%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.2%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.2%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
68.3%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.8%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Melrose
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 Melrose protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Melrose, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 70 assisted living facilities near Melrose, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Melrose, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and Atria Marina Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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