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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Winchester, MA
Assisted living costs in Winchester average about $7,287 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 77 communities in Winchester. Our detailed directory has 1006 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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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...
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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
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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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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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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...
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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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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
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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.
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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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, 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.
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.
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....
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.
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.
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
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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.
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.
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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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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Best Memory Care Assisted Living facility out there. All inclusive pricing and excellent staff. Beautiful 4 star skilled nursing facility on the campus as well offering a full continuum of care. A hidden...
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.
Wingate Residences at Weston is ideally located overlooking the Charles River. We have an onsite hair salon, Greenhouse and Patio area. We offer a full recreational program that meets the needs of the individual resident. Our community offers 24-hour skilled nursing for short and long term care...
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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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 Winchester, MA
The average cost of senior living in Winchester is $7,287 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawrence, MA with an average of $7,101 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Winchester, MA vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Winchester, MA vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Winchester, MA by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Winchester, MA
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What families are saying about assisted living in Winchester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Winchester
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and friendliness of the staff at various communities. At Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, for example, the staff is described as 'impressive at every level' and 'extraordinary', with communication between families being 'excellent'. At the Sunrise of Newton ...
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Varied and engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of activities offered at communities. For instance, at The Arbors at Stoneham, there is a focus on crafts like painting and jewelry making, but staff are also looking for an activity director specifically for memory care to provide more opportunities. ...
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Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities. Throughout reviews, cleanliness is a priority for residents and their families. At the Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, the facility is described as 'spotlessly clean' with weekly apartment cleanings and daily public area cleanings. At the The Residence at Pearl Street, the Residence at Pe ...
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Supportive and accommodating staff. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers at various communities. For example, at the Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, the staff were very helpful in making the transition for a resident easier, and at the Kaplan Estates, staff members went above and beyond to make a m ...
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Nutritious and varied meal options. Throughout reviews, quality food is a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, while the meals at the Scandinavian Living Center are described as 'del ...
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Access to community resources and programs. Community involvement and access to resources are important to many residents. At the Benchmark at Billerica Crossings, the facility offers programs open to the surrounding community, allowing residents to feel connected. At the The Residence at Pearl Street, the Residence at Pearl Street ha ...
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Winchester review score based on 255 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 255 reviews of 71 Winchester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Winchester 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
Winchester review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Winchester 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 71 Winchester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Winchester 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.Winchester, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
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Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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Winchester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winchester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winchester, 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 Winchester 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 Winchester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Winchester, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.3%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.8%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.1%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Winchester 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 Winchester 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
64.8%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
52.1%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.6%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winchester 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 Winchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winchester, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.9%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
56.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.7%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Winchester 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 Winchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
63.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
49.3%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winchester 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 Winchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
69%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.7%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.8%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.7%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.1%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.2%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
69%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
39.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Winchester
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 Winchester 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 Winchester, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 77 assisted living facilities near Winchester, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Winchester, 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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