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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Saugus, MA

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Assisted living costs in Saugus average about $7,374 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 60 communities in Saugus. Our detailed directory has 819 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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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
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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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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.
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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,...
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Cost of assisted living in Saugus, MA

The average cost of senior living in Saugus is $7,374 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gloucester, MA with an average of $7,094 per month.

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

Saugus, MA
$7,374/mo
$7,329/mo
$7,495/mo

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

Saugus, MA
$7,374/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,374/mo
$7,386/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,335/mo
Studio
$7,428/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,768/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,011/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Saugus over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Saugus, 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 Saugus.

What families are saying about assisted living in Saugus

Recent reviews for assisted living in Saugus

Putnam Farm at Danvers

4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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The Gables at Winchester

4.9
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views

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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Saugus review score based on 182 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 182 reviews of 54 Saugus assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Saugus 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

Saugus review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Saugus, MA54 facilities
7.7
Melrose, MA70 facilities
7.4
Lynn, MA40 facilities

Review subcategories for Saugus 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 182 reviews of 54 Saugus assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Saugus 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
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Saugus assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Saugus assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Saugus, 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 Saugus 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 Saugus 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
53.7%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.9%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Saugus 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 Saugus Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Saugus, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.7%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Saugus 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 Saugus partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Saugus, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.3%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Saugus 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 Saugus communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Saugus, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
46.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Saugus 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 Saugus offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Saugus, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
68.5%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.1%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.9%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
68.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.6%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Saugus

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 Saugus protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Saugus, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 60 assisted living facilities near Saugus, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Saugus, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and Atria Marina Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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