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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Riverdale Station, MA

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Assisted living costs in Riverdale Station average about $8,154 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 262 communities in Riverdale Station. Our detailed directory has 4971 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Danvers, Beverly and Malden.

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
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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.
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There is a lot of coordination between the health and the care with medical. They work hard to communicate with the family members of the residents to make sure that they are aware. The staff are well...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Sudbury is a memory care assisted living community located in Middlesex County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully designed...
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The friendliness is good. The staff calls me all the time, and the interaction is good. The food is good. They have puzzles, Bingo and Dominoes. The value for the money is very good.
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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Bridges has been a godsend for us. It's expensive, for sure, but so worth it. My mother is not the easiest person on the planet, and they just roll with her and jolly her along. She is as happy as I have...
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 Nashua is a memory care assisted living community located in Hillsborough 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...
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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.
Welcome to The Village at Farm Pond, a Parkside Community designed to capture the spirit and charm of New England. The grounds are expansive and truly breathtaking. Enjoy its beauty throughout the year, from the cozy three-season porch or while meandering amidst our walking paths and accessible...
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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.
We are a family owned 36 bed cozy and comfortable historic home. We are located within walking distance from Plymouth harbor and Plymouth center. This geographical location allows our clients to be easily involved in all functions of the community. Public transportation is also available. The...
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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.
Myrtle Manor is an assisted living facility located in Manchester, N.H., which was established in 1988 by the Dumont family (Suzy and Ray) and continues to be a family run facility. We are located on the corner of Myrtle and Chestnut Street, close to downtown and bus routes. We provide 24 hour...
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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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My loved one was previously a resident at Courville At Manchester and it was a great experience. They have a great staff. I would recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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We thought it was going to be a hard placement and my loved one was going to be resistant, but he loves it there. He likes the people and the food. He is comfortable, so overall it is good experience and...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
Your parents have been there for you since day one. They made sure that you were well taken care of as a child and made many sacrifices for you through adolescence. As the years pass, you soon find yourself in the position where the tables turn. It is now your turn to make sure that they are well...
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All new management team has made some wonderful changes for the residents. Thank you!
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: 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.

Cost of assisted living in Riverdale Station, MA

The average cost of senior living in Riverdale Station is $8,154 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Boston, MA with an average of $7,540 per month.

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

Riverdale Station, MA
$8,154/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Riverdale Station, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$8,154/mo
$9,416/mo

Assisted living costs in Riverdale Station, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,056/mo
Studio
$6,659/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,204/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,923/mo

Senior living costs in Riverdale Station 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: Riverdale Station, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiverdale Station, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$8,154/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,416/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,747/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Riverdale Station, MA:$8,154/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Riverdale Station, MA:$9,416/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Riverdale Station, MA:$4,747/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Riverdale Station, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Riverdale Station 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 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Riverdale Station, MA$7,517/mo$7,126/mo+5.5%
Massachusetts$7,236/mo$6,741/mo+7.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Riverdale Station, MA
2024 average cost:$7,517/mo
2023 average cost:$7,126/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,741/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Riverdale Station, 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 Riverdale Station.

What families are saying about assisted living in Riverdale Station

Recent reviews for assisted living in Riverdale Station

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

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.

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!!

Riverdale Station review score based on 949 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 949 reviews of 262 Riverdale Station assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Riverdale Station 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

Riverdale Station review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Riverdale Station, MA262 facilities
8.4
Cambridge, MA349 facilities
7.6
Boston, MA187 facilities

Review subcategories for Riverdale Station 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 949 reviews of 262 Riverdale Station assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Riverdale Station 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.
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Cleanliness
3.3
3.4
Friendliness
3.3
3.5
Care services
3.0
3.2
Staff
3.2
3.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Riverdale Station assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Riverdale Station assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Riverdale Station, 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 Riverdale Station 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 Riverdale Station 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
56.1%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.4%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.7%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Riverdale Station 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 Riverdale Station Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Riverdale Station, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.6%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.7%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Riverdale Station 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 Riverdale Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Riverdale Station, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.6%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
58%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.8%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Riverdale Station 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 Riverdale Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.4%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.7%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
30.2%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Riverdale Station 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 Riverdale Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
67.2%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.7%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.6%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.3%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.2%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.9%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
67.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
38.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.6%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Riverdale Station

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