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Assisted living costs in North Wilmington average about $7,568 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 44 communities in North Wilmington. Our detailed directory has 818 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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It is restricted, as to who can apply, you have to live in a particular town or have family in the town. It's subsidized by a family foundation. They had good food. They really aren't set up for assisted...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
New Horizons at Choate is a private, not-for-profit, non-denominational independent and assisted living retirement community located on the historic site of the former Charles Choate Memorial Hospital, in a lovely residential neighborhood near Horn Pond in Woburn. Beautiful, private...
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My mother has been so happy since she began living at Brightview Concord River. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. It’s been a wonderful experience all around.
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.
One of our newest communities, Brightview Concord River is located in Billerica, Massachusetts. This beautiful new Brightview community brings together Assisted Living residences, personalized service and our award-winning Wellspring Village for Alzheimer's Care. This is Assisted Living and...
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44 Floor plans available
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My loved one now needs extra assistance so she pays over [fee removed] per month. She no longer eats food, but will drink Ensure. I have to buy the Ensure myself. This aggravates me and is the reason for...
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 Andover is a memory care assisted living community located in Essex 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 and...
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Arnold House was the best place for our father. The nursing staff were highly educated and most important caring to my father and all of my sisters. We became part of the family. The food was excellent all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At Arnold House we now about life's choices.Residents and staff alike share in them daily.We also know that sometimes those decisions may be difficult to make, but when viewed from the perspective of genuine caring about others, the difficulties seem to diminish and the answers become...
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My mother was in the assisted living and loved it. Everyone there was very kind and caring for each of the residents. It is a small Assisted Living with only 18 apartments and it was more like a family...
Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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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.
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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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 North Wilmington, MA

The average cost of senior living in North Wilmington is $7,568 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newburyport, MA with an average of $6,831 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Wilmington, MA, vs. nearby cities

North Wilmington, MA
$7,568/mo
$7,563/mo
$7,331/mo

Assisted living costs in North Wilmington, MA, vs. state and national averages

North Wilmington, MA
$7,568/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in North Wilmington, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,568/mo
$7,589/mo

Assisted living costs in North Wilmington, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,411/mo
Studio
$7,717/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,128/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,099/mo

Senior living costs in North Wilmington 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: North Wilmington, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Wilmington, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,568/mo$7,242/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$7,589/mo$7,248/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$6,812/mo$6,357/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
North Wilmington, MA:$7,568/mo
Massachusetts:$7,242/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
North Wilmington, MA:$7,589/mo
Massachusetts:$7,248/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
North Wilmington, MA:$6,812/mo
Massachusetts:$6,357/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Wilmington, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Wilmington 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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Assisted living cost trends in North Wilmington, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Wilmington 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Wilmington, MA$7,255/mo$6,941/mo+4.5%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
North Wilmington, MA
2024 average cost:$7,255/mo
2023 average cost:$6,941/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Wilmington, MA

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What families are saying about assisted living in North Wilmington

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Wilmington

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.

The Arbors at Stoneham

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Arbors at Stoneham. Overall, this facility is not a bad place and the staff try their best, they just need more help. The director of the Memory Care unit is nice and listens and corrects where she can. There have been issues with making sure that ...
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Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Homey and welcoming atmosphere. Many reviews mention the cozy and inviting feel of the communities, with staff going the extra mile to make loved ones feel at home. At Benchmark at Billerica Crossings, the friendly and helpful nature of the staff made the transition for residents easier, while Windsor Place of Wilmington As ...
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Helpful staff with excellent communication. Staff members' kindness and approachability are frequently mentioned in reviews, with several families praising the clear and consistent communication between staff and loved ones. At Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, the team was very helpful in addressing concerns, while The Arbors at Ston ...
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Nice and clean living spaces. Communities are often described as clean and well-maintained, with both private rooms and common areas being kept in great condition. Residents of The Arbors at Dracut mention the cleanliness and the beautiful renovations at their community. Families of Benchmark Senior Living at Chelmsford Cro ...
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Plenty of engaging activities. Residents enjoy a variety of fun and stimulating activities, with many families expressing their loved ones' enthusiasm for the community's offerings. At Atria Marland Place, residents praise the abundance of activities, and Atria Longmeadow Place mentions their mother's favorite activities ...
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Friendly and attentive dining experiences. Communities provide delicious and nutritious meals, with staff catering to individual preferences and dietary restrictions. Many residents and their families express satisfaction with the dining offerings, such as at Stone Hill at Andover, Benchmark at North Andover, Sunrise of Lynnfield, ...
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Accessible location with convenient amenities. Communities are situated in convenient locations with nearby amenities, allowing residents easy access to services and activities. Families appreciate the proximity of their loved ones' communities to hospitals, shopping centers, and other essential services, as mentioned in Blaire House of Tew ...
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North Wilmington review score based on 204 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 204 reviews of 39 North Wilmington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Wilmington 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

North Wilmington review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
North Wilmington, MA39 facilities
8.1
Woburn, MA60 facilities
8.0
Lawrence, MA23 facilities

Review subcategories for North Wilmington 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 204 reviews of 39 North Wilmington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Wilmington 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.
North Wilmington, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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North Wilmington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Wilmington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Wilmington, 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 North Wilmington 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 North Wilmington 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
59%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.9%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.9%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.4%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in North Wilmington 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 North Wilmington 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
61.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.4%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
69.2%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Wilmington 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 North Wilmington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.7%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.5%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
53.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.4%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.6%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in North Wilmington 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 North Wilmington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
64.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
64.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Wilmington 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 North Wilmington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
71.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.7%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.8%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74.4%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69.2%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.8%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.8%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
71.8%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
46.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Wilmington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Wilmington protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Windsor Place of Wilmington Assisted Living, Atria Longmeadow Place and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near North Wilmington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 44 assisted living facilities near North Wilmington, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in North Wilmington, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Atria Marland Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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