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9.9
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26 reviews
9.9
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26 reviews
5 star
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From the first day we were welcomed for our tour , my mom felt like she was home. The kindness we were greeted with that day continues, and we knew we had made right choice. There was no better feeling...
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.
Exceptional Living Spaces Suited for Later LifeThe exceptional design of this senior living community is in keeping with the aesthetics and high standards expected of every property managed by Everbrook Senior Living.Brookmeadow at Blue Hills features 91 units of rental senior living offering...
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33 Floor plans available
9.5
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37 reviews
9.5
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37 reviews
5 star
64%
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27%
3 star
3%
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3%
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If the family member has memory issues that are mild and don't require a locked unit, are they required to be in that unit for their entire stay? I found that one facility did and the other did not. This was...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.3
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9 reviews
9.3
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9 reviews
5 star
56%
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33%
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It's a smaller community that is welcoming to new residents. The staff is very friendly and loving. The building is only 1 year old so all rooms are updated and bright. They have been thru several chef over...
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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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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38 reviews
9.3
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38 reviews
5 star
57%
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24%
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I chose the enclave because of value for cost. It was also the right size facility for my mother, big enough to offer a lot, but not overwhelming in size. I would recommend to others.
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.
Set in Norfolk County in the historic town of Franklin, The Enclave of Franklin is a senior living community where older adults can live comfortably and more independently, with discreet support from a caring, 24-hour staff. In addition to independent and assisted living options, The Enclave of...
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33 Floor plans available
9.2
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15 reviews
9.2
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15 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
13%
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As a family I would say 5. My Dad was never happy being in that type of environment. He could never define the issue but wanted to be home. He would tell me there was no issue, he just didn't believe he...
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.
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33 Floor plans available
9.0
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39 reviews
9.0
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39 reviews
5 star
56%
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26%
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They were very helpful during the move in process. They are very accommodating. We highly recommend The Village At Willow Crossings to others.
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.
The Village at Willow Crossings is an active Senior community situated on a 20-acre woodland campus in the heart of Mansfield, MA. Manicured gardens grace the winding drives that travel through the picturesque campus, accented by the white picket fences of the charming cottage neighborhood. The...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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35 reviews
8.9
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35 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
34%
3 star
9%
2 star
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She has a one bedroom and the rooms are really nice and spacious. The kitchen is well equipped, although she doesn't really use it. The grounds are beautiful. She does go and sit outside once in awhile. The...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is Franklin's first senior living community. Located on Forge Hill Road less than a mile from routes 140 and 495, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is a state of the art community that offers a full complement of amenities and supportive services designed...
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8.9
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18 reviews
8.9
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18 reviews
5 star
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The staff is nice but many times they are short staffed. Many nights I gave my mother a shower myself and got her dressed in her pajamas. They served French fries a lot instead of vegetables. The food was...
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 historic Ashland, our beautiful community boasts easy proximity to great shopping, houses of worship, I-495 and all of the wonderful cultural and recreational attractions in the area.We offer 80 apartments for 84 residents; a combination of 29 studio, 29 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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5 reviews
8.8
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5 reviews
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I would definitely recommend Whitney Place at Medway to others for Memory Care. The staff is very friendly. My mother in law always complained about food, but she loves the food there. Moving her in was a...
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.
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Photo of CareOne at Sharon
1717 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
25%
3 star
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The 4 ratings are because the cna/nursing staff seems to be short-handed and are always rushing to get my mom up and out of the room instead of letting her do things she can do for herself. They don't...
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.
CareOne is a family-owned and operated company, where we consider your family an extension of our own. With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, our chief goal is to provide a warm environment where residents can thrive, remain connectedto the community and enjoy a fulfilling...
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Photo of New Pond Village, a CCRC
1414 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
5 star
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They do a very good job here. All of the staff have been very professional, staff and residents are nice people. The apartment sizes are larger than I expected, I am very comfortable. I would recommend New...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at New Pond Village located in Walpole, MA provides independent living for active seniors who are looking to socialize, stay active, and no longer want the worry of owning a home. Are you ready to enjoy a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle? Wouldn’t it be great to have...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.3
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20 reviews
8.3
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20 reviews
5 star
55%
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40%
3 star
5%
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Benchmark really impressed me initially when I first started looking because I could see how the staff worked as a team, which is important for keeping a facility like that running smoothly The staff are...
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.
At Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree, we are committed to ensuring that our every service and amenity will help create the enriched, active life you deserve. It starts with our surroundings. Our community beautifully balances privacy, safety and security, with well-appointed dining rooms...
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Photo of Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living
33 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
6.5
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17 reviews
6.5
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17 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
24%
3 star
12%
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All told it seems to be a good place where they try to do right by the patients. A difficult task but over all they do a good job.
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.
Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living offers compassionate care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located less than half a mile west of the Charles River and also enjoy activities at nearby parks and natural areas. We enjoy easy access to shopping and restaurants as well as day trips...
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8.0
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2 reviews
8.0
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2 reviews
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Doolittle Home was perfect for our aunt. It's a small friendly facility with caring and conscientious staff. Older charming historical building. Activities are perfect for our aunt who is low key and does...
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.
The decision to explore retirement communities is complex, involving different considerations for you, your spouse, your children, or your advisers.Since 1915, Doolittle Home has been providing exceptional care and peace of mind for residents and their families. Frequently described as a bed and...
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8.0
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19 reviews
8.0
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19 reviews
5 star
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Overall it has been a good experience, but they need more people for assistance and need to work some on training the staff that are there.
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.
Cornerstone at Canton offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living, ConnectedLIFE, an open campus memory support program for Assisted Living residents who have Mild Cognitive Impairment, and a state-of-the-art secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood® affiliated with the Boston...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.2
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22 reviews
7.2
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22 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
18%
3 star
5%
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Enthusiastic 5/5 on everything! We have experienced at Cornerstone at Milford: professionalism, patience, attentiveness, new friendships, variety of activities, and great food!
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.
Cornerstone at Milford offers seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a state-of-the-art memory care program designed to treat the symptoms of memory loss in the comfortable and dignified residential setting of our Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. Located on RT-109 and just minutes from...
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8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
5 star
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Very caring staff. Home like environment and my dad made lots of friends he loved being at Autumn Villa.
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.
We are a private family owned assisted living situated in a country setting in the Town of Cumberland Rhode Island. Our peaceful location makes Autumn Villa an experience to remember for residents and family. On a quiet country road, residents can be free to enjoy the natural setting. Either...
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.
The warmth and character of a restored antique farmhouse, a rural setting close to the center of town, and the security and comfort of all modern amenities contribute to the relaxed and friendly ambiance of Pond Home, a retirement home in Wrentham, Massachusetts.What really sets Pond Home apart,...
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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.
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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.
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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.
For more than 30 years EPOCH Senior Healthcare of Sharon has been providing skilled nursing to residents through a highly trained compassionate staff committed to providing exceptional, individualized care. This 66 bed community is the ONLY skilled nursing facility in Sharon and offers a...
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.

Cost of assisted living in Norfolk, MA

The average cost of senior living in Norfolk is $6,639 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Attleboro, MA with an average of $5,845 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norfolk, MA vs. nearby cities

Norfolk, MA
$6,639/mo
$6,461/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norfolk, MA vs. the state and national average

Norfolk, MA
$6,639/mo
U.S. national average
$4,577/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Norfolk vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$6,639/mo
$6,635/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Norfolk, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,690/mo
Studio
$7,191/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,347/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,406/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$8,583/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Norfolk over time

Norfolk, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in Norfolk

Recent reviews for assisted living in Norfolk

Scandinavian Living Center in West Newton, MA

4.8
The whole place has a very friendly atmosphere. SLC offers a lot of programs that are open to people who live in the surrounding community, so the residents feel like they are still part of the community. The food is very good. I would recommend Scandinavian Living Center to others.

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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Brookdale Quincy Bay

4.0
I believe that it's a well run facility with a friendly staff. It's been a little frustrating at times coordinating between the different departments that provide the services. We feel that due to its large size it makes it possible to keep costs down, but some minor details get lost in the ...
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Norfolk review score based on 97 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 97 reviews of 22 Norfolk assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Norfolk 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

Norfolk review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Norfolk, MA22 facilities
8.8
Millis-Clicquot, MA27 facilities
8.5
Franklin, MA23 facilities

Review subcategories for Norfolk 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 97 reviews of 22 Norfolk assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Norfolk 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.
Norfolk, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Norfolk assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norfolk assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Norfolk, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.7%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.9%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.3%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Norfolk 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 Norfolk Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Norfolk, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.2%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.7%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Norfolk 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 Norfolk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norfolk, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.8%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.5%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
34.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.8%
12.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Norfolk 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 Norfolk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norfolk, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.1%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.6%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
63.6%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
45.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norfolk 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 Norfolk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norfolk, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.2%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.1%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.6%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
68.2%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
45.5%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.2%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Norfolk

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 Norfolk protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookmeadow at Blue Hills, Atria Lincoln Place and Maplewood at Weston are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Norfolk, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 23 assisted living facilities near Norfolk, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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