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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Rochester, MA

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Assisted living costs in Rochester average about $7,162 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 258 communities in Rochester. Our detailed directory has 4629 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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We toured many places and this was the only that catered to Chinese people. The manager there is Asian. He told me there are trying to be all Asian residents soon. They have special staff here that do...
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
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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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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
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.
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, 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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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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My 95 year old father was there for the last three months of his life. He was quite active, always wanted to move around and talk. They were always kind to him and someone was always near him to make sure...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
The Dorothy Frances Home is an alternative living arrangement designed to meet the specific needs of the individual with Alzheimer's or other dementia's. It is not a nursing home, but rather a dignified, supportive community dedicated to making a very positive impact on the lives of those we...
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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.
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The staff and administration have been top notch. They are friendly, helpful, professional, and caring. My loved one has not had an easy time, but that is due to her own state of mind. While she feels no...
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.
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Rochester, MA

The average cost of senior living in Rochester is $7,162 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fall River, MA with an average of $5,985 per month.

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

Rochester, MA
$7,163/mo

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

Rochester, MA
$7,163/mo
U.S. national average
$4,760/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,163/mo
$7,162/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,764/mo
Studio
$6,544/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,096/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,979/mo

Senior living costs in Rochester 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: Rochester, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRochester, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,163/mo$7,443/mo$4,760/mo
Memory Care$7,162/mo$7,449/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living$6,599/mo$6,556/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Rochester, MA:$7,163/mo
Massachusetts:$7,443/mo
U.S.:$4,760/mo
Memory Care
Rochester, MA:$7,162/mo
Massachusetts:$7,449/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Rochester, MA:$6,599/mo
Massachusetts:$6,556/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in Rochester, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Rochester 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.

Rochester, MAMA stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Rochester, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Rochester 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.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Rochester, MA$7,146/mo$6,925/mo+3.2%
Massachusetts$7,021/mo$6,780/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
Rochester, MA
2024 average cost:$7,146/mo
2023 average cost:$6,925/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,021/mo
2023 average cost:$6,780/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Rochester, 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 Rochester.

What families are saying about assisted living in Rochester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Rochester

Christopher Heights of Attleboro

5.0
I would highly recommend this facility, especially after seeing other places. The staff is very warm and friendly. They will recommend a mover who is pretty cheap. The housekeeping is great. They do laundry and the facility is immaculate.

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.

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

Caring and Attentive Staff. Many reviews praise the kind and caring nature of the staff in various communities. For example, at Stillwater Assisted Living Community, one resident's family expresses gratitude for the exceptional care provided to their mother, while at All American Assisted Living at Wrentham, another re ...
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Variety of Activities to Encourage Engagement. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in different communities. At Village at Proprietors Green, a resident's family notes that their loved one has access to various activities like music programs, exercise classes, and social events. At Anchor Bay East Providence, an ...
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Clean and Well-Maintained Living Spaces. Throughout the reviews, cleanliness and upkeep are consistently mentioned as important factors in residents' satisfaction. At Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, a resident's family appreciates the cleanliness of the community and the well-maintained private rooms. At Atria Bay Spring Village ...
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Flexible and Accommodating Meal Plans. Residents often remark on the quality and flexibility of meal plans in different communities. For instance, at Sunrise of Plymouth Beach, a resident's family mentions that the chef prepares delicious meals with a variety of options. At Discovery Village Quincy, another resident enjoys the in ...
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Thorough Communication between Families and Staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff is crucial for many residents and their loved ones. At Sunrise of Newton, a family appreciates the proactive approach of the staff in keeping them informed about their loved one's care. At Atria Marina Place, another family values ...
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Access to Convenient On-Site Amenities. Some communities offer additional on-site amenities that enhance residents' experiences. For example, at Maplewood at Mayflower Place, a resident enjoys the convenience of having a pool on-site. At All American Assisted Living at Warwick, another resident's family praises the presence of a b ...
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Rochester review score based on 1,064 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 1064 reviews of 238 Rochester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Rochester 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

Rochester review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Rochester, MA238 facilities
8.4
Marion Center, MA7 facilities
8.5

Review subcategories for Rochester 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 1,064 reviews of 238 Rochester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Rochester 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.
Rochester, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.8
Friendliness
3.9
3.8
Care services
3.6
3.5
Staff
3.9
3.7
Meals & dining
3.6
3.4
Activities
3.6
3.4
Value for cost*
3.5
3.4
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Rochester assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rochester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rochester, 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 Rochester 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 Rochester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Rochester, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.2%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.9%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
63.9%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.2%
52.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rochester 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 Rochester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Rochester, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.2%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.7%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rochester 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 Rochester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Rochester, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.8%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.7%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.7%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Rochester 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 Rochester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Rochester, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.9%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.6%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rochester 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 Rochester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Rochester, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.7%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.5%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.6%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.6%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.2%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58.4%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.2%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.9%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
38.7%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.4%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Rochester

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