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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shirley, MA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Shirley nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Shirley, MA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Shirley or another care type is right for you. Browse 18 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Shirley.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Indian Hill-North Village, Woodland Street Historic District and Montvale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Templeton Station, Brooks Village and Parkers Station.

Nursing homes facilities near Shirley, MA

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Photo of The Gables of Fitchburg
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The facility is clean and very calming and welcoming. The Staff is great, for the most part. There are a few who are not as dedicated as others, but they will rectify situation swiftly. They are very caring,...
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.
Residents at The Gables enjoy their spacious apartments in a quaint community with the affordability they deserve.The Gables of Fitchburg is locally owned and offers Assisted Living in the privacy of your own apartment.We offer deluxe studios, one bedrooms, two bedrooms and two bedroom suites...
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22 Floor plans available
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I would recommend Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings to others. The staff that I've dealt with have been friendly and helpful. The move in process was easy. My mother (with Alzheimer’s)...
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.
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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22 Floor plans available
8.6
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At this time I would rate everything a 4. Only because I don't give anything the highest score. But we are very happy with everything. Most of the staff knows mom by name, good meals and lots of activities.
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.
Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...
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We don't have any complaints about the building/staff/services. Our experience with Manor on the Hill has been wonderful. They worked with us in the beginning and reassured us this will be her "forever home"...
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.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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8.0
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37 reviews
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Sunrise is a bit pushy on the sales end to get your family member in quickly. I would recommend if you're going to regular assisted living. Memory care assisted living I would do a deeper research.
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.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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1.0
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1.0
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I haven't seen anything bad in River Terrace, I have nothing negative to say from what I've seen. Everybody there seemed to be very friendly. My Aunt has been hospice for the last four months, so she's very...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At River Terrace, we provide a "Home Sweet Home" feel for all our residents and staff. We are proudly a CMS 5-star, Deficiency-Free facility, and recognized as one of the Best Nursing Homes in America by U.S. News & World Report (2017-18). River Terrace offers 33 private, semi-private and...
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My loved ones are doing pretty well since their move to this community. They have started to engage with some of the other residents. The meals are good, but they would like some bigger portions. They do a...
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 invite you to consider RiverCourt Residences for a parent, family member, or for yourself. RiverCourt Residences offers an unbeatable value and a distinctive lifestyle for seniors through custom-tailored options for independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's Care. This wonderful...
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We are very comfortable with the service there. The aides and nurses are very friendly and professional. They are very compassionate and she's very happy. Because of the therapy she received here, she is...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
At Fitchburg Gardens, we tailor each resident’s care plan to fit their individual needs. For us to accomplish this, we offer an array of services and programs such as physical, speech, and occupational therapy seven days a week, an on-site Respiratory therapist and a Consultant Pulmonologist from...
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
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.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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 Apple Valley, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
When you think "nursing home," what usually comes to mind is a place for people who need long-term medical care. That's true of our nursing home, but we also offer short-term help for people who just need to get back on their feet after an illness or injury. Whatever your specific needs, our goal...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of nursing homes in Shirley, MA

The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $7,462 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millis-Clicquot, MA with an average of $6,809 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shirley, MA vs. nearby cities

Shirley, MA
$7,581/mo
$7,434/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shirley, MA vs. the state and national average

Shirley, MA
$7,581/mo
U.S. national average
$4,813/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shirley vs. other types of senior living

$7,498/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,581/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Shirley, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,435/mo
Studio
$6,761/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,559/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,003/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shirley over time

Shirley, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shirley

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shirley

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!!

The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.1
As I expected; pleasant. Food needs to improve; there are more people with memory problems than I expected.We picked this community because of the location, ambiance, and the fact that rooms are live in place.

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Shirley nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
60%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
66.7%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
9.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
46.7%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.7%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
20%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirley, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.7%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.3%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
0.4%
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Maplewood at Weston and The Atrium At Drum Hill are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shirley, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 18 nursing homes facilities near Shirley, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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