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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Watertown Town, MA

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Assisted living costs in Watertown Town average about $7,500 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 91 communities in Watertown Town. Our detailed directory has 1258 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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Photo of Hearthstone Alzheimer's Care - Woburn
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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
Photo of The Groves in Lincoln
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Photo of Oosterman's Melrose Rest Home
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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Arnold House was the best place for our father. The nursing staff were highly educated and most important caring to my father and all of my sisters. We became part of the family. The food was excellent all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
At Arnold House we now about life's choices.Residents and staff alike share in them daily.We also know that sometimes those decisions may be difficult to make, but when viewed from the perspective of genuine caring about others, the difficulties seem to diminish and the answers become...
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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.
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...
Photo of Fox Hill Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Photo of Winter Valley Residences Inc
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.
Photo of Carleton-Willard Village
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Watertown Town, MA

The average cost of senior living in Watertown Town is $7,500 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millis-Clicquot, MA with an average of $7,337 per month.

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

Watertown, MA
$7,502/mo
$7,533/mo
$7,505/mo

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

Watertown, MA
$7,502/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,502/mo
$7,515/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,829/mo
Studio
$7,955/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,914/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,631/mo

Senior living costs in Watertown 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: Watertown, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWatertown, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,502/mo$7,240/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$7,515/mo$7,246/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$6,710/mo$6,355/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Watertown, MA:$7,502/mo
Massachusetts:$7,240/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Watertown, MA:$7,515/mo
Massachusetts:$7,246/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Watertown, MA:$6,710/mo
Massachusetts:$6,355/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Watertown, MA, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Watertown 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
Watertown, MA$7,885/mo$7,742/mo+1.8%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Watertown, MA
2024 average cost:$7,885/mo
2023 average cost:$7,742/mo
Percent change:+1.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Watertown Town, 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 Watertown Town.

What families are saying about assisted living in Watertown

Recent reviews for assisted living in Watertown

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.

The Arbors at Stoneham

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Arbors at Stoneham. Overall, this facility is not a bad place and the staff try their best, they just need more help. The director of the Memory Care unit is nice and listens and corrects where she can. There have been issues with making sure that ...
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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

Compassionate and attentive caregivers. Numerous reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff at the communities. For instance, at Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community, the staff are all very friendly and helpful, and at Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, the staff are caring and accommodating, going above and beyond ...
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Wide range of activities and social events. Many reviews highlight the wide variety of activities offered at the communities, providing residents with opportunities to engage with one another and stay active. For instance, at Atria Maplewood Place, the staff organize activities for a wide range of interests, from couch potatoes to triat ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Reviews consistently praise the quality of the food at the communities, with residents looking forward to mealtimes every day. For example, at Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community, the chef accommodates individual preferences, and at Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, the meals are of good ...
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Thoughtfully maintained living spaces. Many reviews note the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, from the private rooms to the common areas. For instance, at Youville Place, Youville is a very small and welcoming facility that is not flashy but very homey, and at Goddard House, the building is relatively small, allowing fo ...
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Clear and consistent communication with families. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with their loved ones and the community staff, ensuring that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. For example, at Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, the staff is friendly and communicative, and at Sunrise of Newton, the staf ...
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Access to nearby amenities and attractions. Many communities offer convenient access to nearby amenities and attractions, allowing residents to stay active and engaged in their local community. For instance, at The Gables at Winchester, the community is located near Boston, offering interesting outings, and at Atria Longmeadow Place, ...
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Watertown review score based on 297 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 297 reviews of 83 Watertown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watertown 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

Watertown review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Watertown, MA83 facilities
7.7
Cambridge, MA83 facilities
7.6
Newton, MA78 facilities

Review subcategories for Watertown 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 297 reviews of 83 Watertown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watertown 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.
Watertown, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Watertown assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watertown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watertown, 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 Watertown 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 Watertown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watertown, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.7%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.7%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watertown 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 Watertown Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watertown, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.6%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.9%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watertown 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 Watertown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watertown, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.3%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
55.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Watertown 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 Watertown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watertown, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.1%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
48.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.7%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watertown 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 Watertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watertown, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
72.3%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
49.4%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.1%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.9%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
69.9%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
36.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
68.7%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watertown Town

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