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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Peabody, MA

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Assisted living costs in Peabody average about $7,665 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 38 communities in Peabody. Our detailed directory has 620 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.
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This place is like a 5 star resort, it's prestine, it's brighter, cleaner. It's an upscale place with people at a higher income level. It's a lot more expesnive and doesn't have the PACE program.
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 Herrick House has been enriching the lives of seniors on the North Shore since 1994. Located on the upper campus of Beverly Hospital, The Herrick House features traditional assisted living and Spectrum, a dementia care neighborhood. Services include 24-hour on site licensed nursing staff,...
Photo of Lynn Home For Elderly Persons
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
Photo of Oosterman's Melrose Rest Home
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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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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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
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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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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Cost of assisted living in Peabody, MA

The average cost of senior living in Peabody is $7,665 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newburyport, MA with an average of $6,831 per month.

Assisted living costs in Peabody, MA, vs. nearby cities

Peabody, MA
$7,665/mo
$7,652/mo
$7,585/mo

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

Peabody, MA
$7,665/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

Assisted living costs in Peabody, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,665/mo
$7,683/mo

Assisted living costs in Peabody, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,630/mo
Studio
$8,049/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,884/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,012/mo

Senior living costs in Peabody 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: Peabody, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typePeabody, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,665/mo$7,238/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$7,683/mo$7,244/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$7,006/mo$6,353/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Peabody, MA:$7,665/mo
Massachusetts:$7,238/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Peabody, MA:$7,683/mo
Massachusetts:$7,244/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Peabody, MA:$7,006/mo
Massachusetts:$6,353/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Peabody, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Peabody 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 Peabody, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Peabody have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Peabody, MA$7,495/mo$7,568/mo-1.0%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Peabody, MA
2024 average cost:$7,495/mo
2023 average cost:$7,568/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
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2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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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 Peabody, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Peabody.

What families are saying about assisted living in Peabody

Recent reviews for assisted living in Peabody

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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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

Warm and welcoming staff. Reviews consistently mention the friendliness and kindness of the staff at various communities. Residents and their families appreciate the personal connections that staff members make, as mentioned in reviews for Sunrise of Gardner Park, Atria Longmeadow Place, and The Residence at Vinnin ...
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Varied activities for socialization. Communities offer a range of activities for residents to engage with one another, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and singing. Families praise the wide selection of offerings at Atria Longmeadow Place, , and {{140484}}.
Consistent and clear communication. Reviews highlight the importance of effective communication between families and staff. Communities like , {{1388767}}, and The Residence at Melrose Station are commended for keeping loved ones and their families informed about care and daily happenings.
Customized care and accommodations. Residents and their families value the individualized attention that communities provide. Stories from Windsor Place of Wilmington Assisted Living, Kaplan Estates, and Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm mention the thoughtful adjustments staff members make to ensure the comfort and nee ...
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Quality dining experiences. Throughout reviews, the food offered at communities stands out as a major factor in overall satisfaction. Residents at Sunrise of Gardner Park, Atria Longmeadow Place, and Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn express appreciation for the delicious and nutritious meals provided.
Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Cleanliness is a recurring theme in reviews, with communities like Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm, and Kaplan Estates receiving praise for the upkeep of private rooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces.
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Peabody review score based on 137 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 137 reviews of 32 Peabody assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Peabody 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

Peabody review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Peabody, MA32 facilities
8.0
Lynn, MA45 facilities
7.7
Salem, MA29 facilities

Review subcategories for Peabody 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 137 reviews of 32 Peabody assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Peabody 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.
Peabody, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.9
4.0
Meals & dining
3.6
3.7
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Peabody assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Peabody assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Peabody, 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 Peabody 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 Peabody that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Peabody, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.1%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Peabody 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 Peabody Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Peabody, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.5%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Peabody 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 Peabody partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Peabody, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
46.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.9%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
34.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Peabody 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 Peabody communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Peabody, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
56.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Peabody 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 Peabody offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Peabody, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.3%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.9%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.1%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Peabody

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 Peabody protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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