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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Scituate, MA
Assisted living costs in Scituate average about $7,249 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 11 communities in Scituate. Our detailed directory has 124 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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9.3
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7 reviews
We like that the staff who do the activities are excellent. The food could be better/more consistent and healthier choices according to my mom.
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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18 reviews
Staff are wonderful and attentive always checking i. With my mother and alerting me when they have concerns It is beautifully kept up and I liked the smaller feeling of the facility. We looked at larger...
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.
Allerton House Weymouth provides pleasant, private apartments and a host of personal services, which emphasize independence, dignity and well-being. Help is available 24 hours a day. We offer: Choice of studio, 1 or 2 bedroom apartments Help with personal care: bathing, dressing, etc. is...
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30 reviews
The family's overall experience with Proprietor's Green was a positive one. I believe that the overall value for the cost was good. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and was always knowledgeable...
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.
South Shore's new premier senior rental community with a continuum of care. Independent living offers spacious one and two-bedroom apartment homes with attractive dining options, fitness program, library, theatre and much more. The neighboring Allerton House provides exceptional Assisted Living...
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8.6
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17 reviews
My mother was a resident at Penniman for about two years. She was in Assisted Living for a year and a half and Memory Care for about four months. The care she received at Penniman Hill was outstanding. The...
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 Residence at Penniman Hill is ideally located just around the corner from the Derby Street Shoppes in picturesque Hingham. Whether enjoying historic Main Street, which Eleanor Roosevelt called “the most beautiful in America,” a harbor sunset, or the many charms of this lovely town, residents...
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8.5
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2 reviews
The Cordwainer is really an amazing facility. They have knowledge, compassion and care for their memory care residents - it is outstanding and beyond our expectations.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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8.5
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21 reviews
We love The Sunrise Cohasset community! I would give them all a 5 except meals. They do a great job and the food is great on holidays but day to day my mother struggles with the meal options.
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.
Our community in Cohasset sits on historic Route 3A and is minutes from the South Shore coastline. Our activities program is second to none and we implement quite bit of outdoor excursions and trips. Some of the trips we take our seniors to include musicals, theatre, concerts, Scituate and...
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16 reviews
My friend recently moved in to Allerton House. I am so impressed with the level of care. The PT, and the OT have improved my friends quality of life. She loves meal time and socializing with her table...
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.
We offer the comfort of a country estate near Hingham Harbor, buffered by white birches and wild meadows. Residents can enjoy a comfortable chair on our wrap around porch, or take a brisk walk along our extensive paths. At Allerton House, we offer a comprehensive array of housing, hospitality and...
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I have been very satisfied with the staff and the care at Bridges. It's a very nice facility. It's neat, clean, modern, and well cared 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 Pembroke is a memory care assisted living community located in Plymouth 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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My Mom is being cared for at this wonderful facility.I can not say enough about the cna’s and nurses extremely caring and professional.They are accommodating in every sense of her care.These extraordinary...
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.
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7.0
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I think it is a pretty good place, overall it is a good value. Would like to see it a little cleaner. A little more attention to the residents and patients whom have memory problems. Overall generally a...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham is a memory care assisted living community located in Plymouth 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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Cost of assisted living in Scituate, MA
The average cost of senior living in Scituate is $7,249 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bridgewater, MA with an average of $6,831 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scituate, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Scituate, MA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Scituate, MA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scituate, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Scituate
Recent reviews for assisted living in Scituate
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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The Residence at Melrose Station
5.0
My mom is doing great at The Residence at Melrose Station! The staff are taking very good care of her. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families! It is not cheap but it is worth the money.
Cornerstone at Canton
4.9
The staff at Cornerstone are so attentive, they know all of the residents by name and the families that come to visit. They are great about making sure nobody is stuck in their rooms and that everyone is engaging with each other whether that be in big groups or smaller groups. They are giving ...
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Scituate review score based on 36 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 36 reviews of 10 Scituate assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Scituate 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
Scituate review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Scituate 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 36 reviews of 10 Scituate assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scituate 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.Scituate, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Scituate assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scituate assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scituate, 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 Scituate 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 Scituate that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scituate, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
90%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Scituate 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 Scituate Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scituate, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scituate 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 Scituate partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scituate, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
40%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Scituate 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 Scituate communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scituate, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
80%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
50%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scituate 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 Scituate offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scituate, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
80%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
80%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
80%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
80%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scituate
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 Scituate protect seniors.
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Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner, Grove Manor Estates and Sunrise of Plymouth Beach are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Scituate, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 11 assisted living facilities near Scituate, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Scituate, Massachusetts are 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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