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10 Best Nursing Homes in Norfolk County, MA

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Norfolk County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 464 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Norfolk County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Norfolk County is about $7,633, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 7717 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Oak Hill Park, Brookline Village and Babson Park.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near Norfolk County, MA

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Photo of Anchor Bay East ProvidenceCommunity card badge
1212 Photos available
9.8
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127 reviews
9.8
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I would give all of these categories a 5! We have been so pleased with everything about Anchor Bay. It's a warm friendly welcoming place and we have had no problems whatsoever. Sean Ledford at Anchor Bay is...
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.
Situated near One Hundred Acre Cove Nature Preserve with beautiful water views, Anchor Bay at East Providence is a vibrant, cozy senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital and Roger Williams Hospital as well as Seekonk Shopping Center, RISD Museum and Haines...
Photo of Sunrise of Plymouth Beach
1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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62 reviews
9.8
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62 reviews
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All 5'd accept for value for the money! I'm actually currently looking for another place because I cannot afford almost $[removed]a month. However, we enjoy the staff and the community is clean. They need...
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.
Set in a quiet, seaside neighborhood on the bay, Plymouth Senior Living offers gorgeous water views from our wooded campus. Here, you will receive the very best in personalized care from our expertly trained team, including assisted living and memory care. Let us take care of the everyday details...
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55 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.8
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45 reviews
9.8
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45 reviews
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The staff at Atria is STELLAR! The apartments are spacious, lots of activities! They have had some challenges keeping a consistent bus driver, and the food could be improved.
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.
Situated in a stately mansion, Atria Harborhill is a welcoming community where residents are encouraged to lead healthy, active, independent lives. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the grounds, sit and catch up with friends, or participate in one of many daily activities. Centrally located in the...
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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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44 reviews
9.7
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44 reviews
5 star
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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.
The Atrium at Drum Hill is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling.Each detail of our unique, single story residence...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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47 reviews
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47 reviews
5 star
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The facility was very clean and the decor very inviting. The meals were prepared with seniors in mind and the food was great. The staff in the dining room was always friendly and accommodating Everyone was...
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.
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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45 reviews
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45 reviews
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It has been a long journey over the last 3 months the staff is every caring and wonderful on all shifts the care about the residents and the families they all have supported me during my lowest times and...
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.
Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living offers compassionate care in a peaceful neighborhood setting. We are located less than half a mile west of the Charles River and also enjoy activities at nearby parks and natural areas. We enjoy easy access to shopping and restaurants as well as day trips...
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9.7
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14 reviews
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Wonderful experience. Apartment is great. Staff is exceptional. Very accommodating and lots of activities available. Food is great. They always have a soup and 2 specials plus a regular menu.
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.
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Photo of Whitney Place at Northborough
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.7
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19 reviews
9.7
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She liked the food initially, but has been complaining about the food lately. The facility is pretty ordinary compared to others that I toured, but my mother finds it very "homey" the staff is great -...
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.
Assisted Living Residences in Northborough, MA A lifestyle with the right amount of freedom and care. Whitney Place is a warm and gracious setting for seniors who may or may not need a little help with their daily routines. In addition to private or shared apartments and individualized care,...
Photo of Atria Bay Spring Village
1313 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.6
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77 reviews
9.6
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I would give a 5 on all categories. I feel very good about dad living there. Everyone is so caring for the residents, and they really try to get to know them personally.
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.
At Atria Bay Spring Village, residents will find a picturesque senior living community with a vibrant social calendar. Enjoy reading a book or chatting with friends in cozy community lounges, or on sunny days, relax in our beautiful, serene courtyards. Included in the monthly rent, ReadyConnect...
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9.6
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65 reviews
9.6
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5 for everything! We have been very happy with Halcyon and feel such relief knowing that our mom is safe and taken care of there. Yes definitely recommend to others!
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.
You’ll have the care you need if you need it so you can focus on having fun. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. You...
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Photo of Allerton House Hingham
2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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26 reviews
9.6
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26 reviews
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My family moved my mother to Allerton House three years ago as she could no longer live safely on her own due to an Alzheimer's diagnosis. We chose Allerton House because in addition to being an assisted...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We offer the comfort of a country estate near Hingham Harbor, buffered by white birches and wild meadows. Residents can enjoy a comfortable chair on our wrap around porch, or take a brisk walk along our extensive paths. At Allerton House, we offer a comprehensive array of housing, hospitality and...
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Photo of Artisan at Hudson
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9.6
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40 reviews
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All the staff are very kind, present themselves well, everyone knows my loved by name and greet him with a smile. The meal choices and different menus for special situations and very good. The meals are very...
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.
Artisan at Hudson offers an extensive list of services and amenities. We provide the ease of carefree living, the joy of being among friends, and the comfort of knowing that your needs will be met.
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88 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.5
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68 reviews
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68 reviews
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Atria is great. The staff is caring and helpful and go above and beyond food service is also excellent in the dining area. The facilities is extremely clean and pleasant, well decorated. They do a great job...
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.
Atria Longmeadow Place is a welcoming senior community nestled in a wooded area of Burlington, Massachusetts. The community is adjacent to town conservation land and located directly across the street from the world-renowned Lahey Clinic. Residents at Atria Longmeadow Place enjoy the best of both...
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Photo of Benchmark at North Andover
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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51 reviews
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51 reviews
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Overall 4 stars. No issues other than the food. My sister is a vegetarian and this leaves her very few options since each meal is centered around a protein. I'm told that the food appears premade and does...
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.
Ashland Farm is the premier assisted living community in the Merrimack Valley offering traditional assisted living as well as the Harbor Program for the memory impaired. Ashland Farm provides residents with personalized service plans tailored to meet their unique needs. If you need help with...
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5252 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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44 reviews
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The staff are very friendly and genuinely care about the residents. The facility is well staffed, very clean and welcoming. It is conveniently located near shopping, restaurants and Rte. 95
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.
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9.5
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Four for all categories. My aunt really liked the visit. She said if she could afford it, she would move into the facility. It is friendly and clean and we would recommend Smithfield Woods community to...
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.
Smithfield Woods is luxurious senior care community in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Our elegant and stately community, located in Providence County, is just minutes from the historic town of Smithfield, with fine dining, shopping, banks and medical offices just minutes away. The dynamic city of...
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77 Photos available
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9.5
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36 reviews
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36 reviews
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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.
The Oasis at Dodge Park provides Dementia and Alzheimer's care in Worcester MA. The Alzheimer's Program at the Oasis is designed to promote independence within a comfortable and safe environment. The goal of the program is to help individuals maintain the optimum level of functioning and to...
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Food is excellent, all the staff are professional and friendly, the whole place looks and smells clean. The studio apartment size is sufficient for one person, especially one who doesn't move much. Haven't...
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and receiving just the right amount of support to have your best day everyday! The Residence at Great Woods is the area's premier assisted living community located in...
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Photo of The Branches of Framingham
1111 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.4
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33 reviews
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33 reviews
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Our family was looking for a place in Massachusetts to place our aunt. She had lived alone for 40 years and was starting to have issues where she needed some extra help. She finally decided that it would be...
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 Branches of Framingham in Framingham, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from...
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1717 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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40 reviews
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I would say 5 stars. The place is clean and welcoming. The staff is very nice. [name removed] is happy with the food. The activities director is great as is the social worker. I would recommend them to...
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.
All American Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in tranquil Hanson, Plymouth County, Massachusetts. Hanson has many things people love in small town life and it is a nice quiet place to raise a family and settle down. Rural roads and natural beauty are part of Hanson's charm....
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My mother has been a Youville Lexington residents for over a year and it has been perfect for her! Youville is an incredibly supportive and caring place that has everything that is important to my mom; a...
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.
Youville Place is a unique assisted living residence located in Lexington, Mass. Surrounded by 12-acres of lush gardens and greenery, this assisted living residence is rooted not only in the region’s history but by its history and traditions. The only mission-oriented, not-for-profit assisted...
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1. 5 2. 5 3. 5 4. 3 (The medical care is at the ease of the staff, and not individualized enough because the nursing staff is two floors away.) 5. 4 ( I don't deal with them enough to have a valid...
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.
Imagine spending every day as you wish enjoying friends and family, participating in stimulating cultural and social activities, and surrounding yourself with familiar furnishings in the privacy of your own home. Wingate Residences Living on Blackstone Boulevard is located in one of Rhode...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.4
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35 reviews
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Sales folks knowledgeable and honest. Reception area, friendly, and helpful daily. The floor staff is very business like, which we like, but they would also take the time and talk with us and the residence....
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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33 Floor plans available
9.4
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I would rate it 5 stars. My mom has had some health concerns off and on, and the nursing staff there has been very diligent in informing me and following up. She has a studio apartment which is spacious and...
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.
Chelmsford Crossings is an award winning community located in the Merrimack Valley with easy access to both Rte. 495 and Rte. 3. We are a full service assisted living residence designed with quality services as well as affordability in mind. We offer a full array of services in a home-like...
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9.4
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77 reviews
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Facility very clean and bright. Staff has been wonderful about everything and so very friendly. My friend [name removed] who lives there says it is Totally better than she ever expected.
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.
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
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Cost of nursing homes in Norfolk County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Norfolk County is $7,633 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mansfield Center, MA with an average of $7,264 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. nearby counties

Norfolk County, MA
$7,633/mo

Nursing homes costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. state and national averages

Norfolk County, MA
$7,633/mo
U.S. national average
$5,847/mo

Nursing homes costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. other senior living options

$9,303/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,633/mo

Nursing homes costs in Norfolk County, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,399/mo
Private
$7,891/mo

Senior living costs in Norfolk County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Norfolk County, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorfolk County, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Nursing Homes$7,633/mo$7,813/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$7,794/mo$7,832/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$9,303/mo$9,730/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$4,459/mo$4,372/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Norfolk County, MA:$7,633/mo
Massachusetts:$7,813/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Norfolk County, MA:$7,794/mo
Massachusetts:$7,832/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Norfolk County, MA:$9,303/mo
Massachusetts:$9,730/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Norfolk County, MA:$4,459/mo
Massachusetts:$4,372/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Norfolk County, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Norfolk County 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.

Norfolk County, MAMA stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Norfolk County, MA

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Norfolk County 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 average 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
Norfolk County, MA$8,192/mo$7,645/mo+7.2%
Massachusetts$8,152/mo$7,617/mo+7.0%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Norfolk County, MA
2024 average cost:$8,192/mo
2023 average cost:$7,645/mo
Percent change:+7.2%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$8,152/mo
2023 average cost:$7,617/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Norfolk County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Norfolk County

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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Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Norfolk County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norfolk County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Norfolk County, 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 Norfolk County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Norfolk County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
40.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.6%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.6%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
77.4%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.9%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.4%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
68.3%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.2%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.3%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Norfolk County nursing homes

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 Norfolk County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.9%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.7%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Norfolk County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Norfolk County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
39.7%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Norfolk County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Norfolk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
36.2%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.8%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norfolk County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Norfolk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norfolk County, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
49.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.5%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.4%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.3%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
48.5%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
29.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Current South Shore, The Atrium at Faxon Woods and Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Norfolk County, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 464 nursing homes facilities near Norfolk County, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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