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Assisted living costs in South Sherborn average about $7,712 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 38 communities in South Sherborn. Our detailed directory has 631 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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Facility is very nice. We transferred my mother from a facility where the and personal care and medical care was exceptional from the staff. The staff/aids are not as caring, but that could be a northern...
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.
Golden Pond is much more than a typical housing development for seniors. Golden Pond's programs and services are designed specifically for individuals who live independently but may require some assistance with their daily care to maintain that independence. Our residents needing assistance see...
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I moved into Newbridge assisted living with my wife, who was dealing with health issues. I found the apartment size good with good closet size. They had very good and meaningful activities and programs 7...
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.
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Waterstone at Wellesley is a terrific community. We enjoy living here as well as the residents. A very warm, welcoming community! We recommend highly!
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Located along the banks of the Charles River, Waterstone at Wellesley is a premier senior living community offering both independent living and assisted living. Here, a world of luxury, attentive service and convenience come together to support and inspire a rewarding, carefree life.Residents of...
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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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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!
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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, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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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 goal at White Oak Cottages is to offer our residents homes where they enjoy excellent quality of life and quality of care. The home itself has been thoughtfully designed with the happiness and well being of our residents in mind. The White Oak Cottages are homes where people want to live and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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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I have visited many senior living facilities and Avery Crossing is truly one of the best. On our visits the staff is incredibly helpful with anything we may need. In addition, we have found the facilities...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Avery Crossings is a 60 apartment independent/assisted living residence located in Needham Heights. Our community is a short walk from shops, restaurants, medical offices and the train station. We have a long tenured, seasoned and caring staff that provide personal care 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.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Newton is a 202-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). We serve the Newton community with postacute care, rehabilitation therapy and long-term care in a cheerful, pleasant atmosphere. Our facility...

Cost of assisted living in South Sherborn, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Sherborn is $7,712 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Attleboro, MA with an average of $6,625 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Sherborn, MA, vs. nearby cities

South Sherborn, MA
$7,712/mo

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

South Sherborn, MA
$7,712/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in South Sherborn, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,712/mo
$7,715/mo

Assisted living costs in South Sherborn, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,193/mo
Studio
$7,523/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,074/mo
2 Bedroom
$11,470/mo

Senior living costs in South Sherborn 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: South Sherborn, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
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Community typeSouth Sherborn, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,712/mo$7,447/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$7,715/mo$7,455/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$6,950/mo$6,558/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
South Sherborn, MA:$7,712/mo
Massachusetts:$7,447/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
South Sherborn, MA:$7,715/mo
Massachusetts:$7,455/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
South Sherborn, MA:$6,950/mo
Massachusetts:$6,558/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Sherborn, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Sherborn 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
South Sherborn, MA$8,035/mo$7,850/mo+2.4%
Massachusetts$7,021/mo$6,780/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
South Sherborn, MA
2024 average cost:$8,035/mo
2023 average cost:$7,850/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,021/mo
2023 average cost:$6,780/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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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 South Sherborn, 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 South Sherborn.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Sherborn

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Sherborn

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.

New Horizons At Choate in Woburn, MA

4.5
It is restricted, as to who can apply, you have to live in a particular town or have family in the town. It's subsidized by a family foundation. They had good food. They really aren't set up for assisted living, more independant. They aren't set up to accommodate wheelchairs. The people were ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Throughout the reviews, staff members are consistently described as warm, friendly, and caring. At The Residence at Valley Farm, a resident's family thanks the staff for their dedication and kindness, while at Sunrise of Norwood, another family member expresses appreciation for the staff's k ...
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Varied activities for residents. Activities are another key aspect of senior living communities that are frequently mentioned in the reviews. From Bingo and bridge games to concerts and movies, communities like Maplewood at Weston and Atria Draper Place offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged and active.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep are important factors in the overall satisfaction of residents and their families. At The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way, the facility is described as modern and clean, while The Residence at Paine Estate highlights the importance of a clean environm ...
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Supportive community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the sense of community and friendship among residents. At Maplewood at Weston, one resident's family notes that their loved one has made many new friends and feels like they live in a 'grand hotel,' while The Falls At Cordingly Dam mentions the importance of having a 'se ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. The quality of meals is often a significant factor in residents' overall happiness and satisfaction. At The Branches of Framingham, the dining staff are praised for ensuring that residents receive the meals they need, while Maplewood at Weston highlights the availability of healthy choice op ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating care services. Several reviews mention the importance of care services, such as medication management and assistance with daily tasks. At The Branches of Framingham, the aides are commended for their attentiveness to memory care issues, while The Residence at Valley Farm notes that the staff go above and b ...
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South Sherborn review score based on 115 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 115 reviews of 36 South Sherborn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Sherborn 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

South Sherborn review score compared against nearby cities

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South Sherborn, MA36 facilities
8.9
Millis-Clicquot, MA24 facilities
8.6
Framingham, MA32 facilities

Review subcategories for South Sherborn 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 115 reviews of 36 South Sherborn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Sherborn 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
3.9
3.8
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.5
3.5
Staff
3.7
3.7
Meals & dining
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3.4
Activities
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South Sherborn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Sherborn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Sherborn, 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 South Sherborn 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 South Sherborn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
South Sherborn, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.4%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.6%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
47.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Sherborn 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 South Sherborn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Sherborn 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 South Sherborn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Sherborn, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.8%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
61.1%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
63.9%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in South Sherborn 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 South Sherborn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
75%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
61.1%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Sherborn 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 South Sherborn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80.6%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.4%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.2%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
38.9%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in South Sherborn

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 South Sherborn protect seniors.
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Atria Draper Place, Sunrise of Wayland and Sunrise of Norwood are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Sherborn, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 38 assisted living facilities near South Sherborn, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Sherborn, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and Atria Lincoln Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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