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Photo of Sancta Maria Nursing Facility
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.
Photo of Oosterman's Melrose Rest Home
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.
Photo of Oosterman's Rest Home, Inc.
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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This was a wonderful experience, we left this community to move my husband as he needed higher care, and I wanted to come back! After he passed away, I considered moving back as I love it here. The care here...
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, 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.
Photo of Brightview Wakefield
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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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.
The Leonard Florence Center for Living, a state-of-the-art, 100-bed skilled nursing home sponsored by the Chelsea Jewish Foundation, is now accepting resident applications for its February opening. Located on Admiral's Hill in Chelsea, MA, the Leonard Florence Center for Living is the first...
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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.
The Chelsea Jewish Foundation is an assisted living community located in the quiet area of Chelsea, Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Located just across the bridge from Boston, the Chelsea area has always been an independent, working-class industrial community from the beginning of its existence....
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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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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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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.
Photo of Golden Living Center of West Newton
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.
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...
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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 Newbury of Brookline is located on nearly four acres in Fisher Hill. Our community combines comfortable elegance with the unparalleled details that define Kisco Signature living. Our exemplary service and upscale amenities help us fulfill our mission of making a difference every day in the...
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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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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
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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.
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: 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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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 Wedgemere, MA

The average cost of senior living in Wedgemere is $7,328 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawrence, MA with an average of $7,149 per month.

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

Wedgemere, MA
$7,328/mo
$7,446/mo
$7,360/mo

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

Wedgemere, MA
$7,328/mo
U.S. national average
$4,639/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,328/mo
$7,339/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,693/mo
Studio
$7,663/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,377/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,784/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wedgemere over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wedgemere, MA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Wedgemere

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wedgemere

Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm in Danvers, MA

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Exceptional and caring staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, where they describe the staff as 'impressive at every level' and offer 'exceptionally good health care aides'. Families at Cadbury Commons appreciate the staf ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities like Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, where they participate in music activities and enjoy a 'great variety of food'. Families at The Arbors at Stoneham suggest improvements in the memory care unit, reque ...
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Thoughtfully updated living spaces. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and comfort of updated living spaces, such as the renovated apartments at The Residence at Pearl Street and the lovely neighborhood setting of Scandinavian Living Center. Some families, like those at Sunrise of Newton, appreciate the convenience of handica ...
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Detailed and effective communication. Families value clear and consistent communication from communities, like Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, where the staff keeps them informed and updated on their loved ones' care. At Kaplan Estates, care managers provide helpful resources and answer questions thoroughly.
High-quality and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, residents and families express satisfaction with the quality and accommodating nature of the meals at various communities, like Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, where they describe the food as 'delicious!' and 'of good quality', and the kitchen personnel as 'accommodating ...
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Lovely and supportive community atmosphere. Reviews often mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere of communities, such as Scandinavian Living Center, where residents feel like they are still part of the community and staff make a difficult transition as 'kind and gentle' as possible. Families at Benchmark at Billerica Crossings desc ...
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Wedgemere review score based on 255 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 255 reviews of 68 Wedgemere assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wedgemere 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

Wedgemere review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Wedgemere, MA68 facilities
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Medford, MA71 facilities
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Woburn, MA61 facilities

Review subcategories for Wedgemere 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 255 reviews of 68 Wedgemere assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wedgemere 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
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Wedgemere assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wedgemere assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wedgemere, 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 Wedgemere 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 Wedgemere 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
52.9%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.5%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.1%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
53.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Wedgemere 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 Wedgemere 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
63.2%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.5%
32.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.5%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wedgemere 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 Wedgemere partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.2%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.6%
14.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Wedgemere 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 Wedgemere communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
61.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.8%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
50%
35.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.4%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wedgemere 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 Wedgemere offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69.1%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.1%
30.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.6%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.2%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.2%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70.6%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.3%
40.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.9%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.7%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
67.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
29.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.8%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.7%
45.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wedgemere

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 Wedgemere protect seniors.

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

There are 75 assisted living facilities near Wedgemere, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Wedgemere, 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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