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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Norfolk County, MA

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Assisted living costs in Norfolk County average about $7,884 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 347 communities in Norfolk County. Our detailed directory has 7096 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Boston, Weymouth and Quincy.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Brookdale Centre of New England
1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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I visited my long time friend at an event and I couldn’t believe how nice and welcoming everyone was! I see why my friend loves it! I have a tour next week and I’m bringing my kids with me! See you soon!
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.
Our community has been COVID free during this pandemic thanks to our dedicated staff! We are now allowing tours inside our building so you can see in person what a beautiful community it truly is!A little help can go a long way.At our senior living community, you’ll have the help you need and the...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Overall experience 5 stars. Staff were polite and helpful. Care was great, more than I could have done. Activities seemed appropriate though not all residents participated. Rooms were good, with a lot of...
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.
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, 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...
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1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Yes, it was a good experience. I filled out the application around 7:00 am and I was contacted about 8:00 am, I couldn't believe the quick response. It seemed a place was available for my friend within a...
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.
Situated on fifteen beautiful acres in Middletown, Rhode Island, Blenheim-Newport is an innovative senior living community providing assisted living services in a residential, home-like environment. Blenheim-Newport borders historic Newport, offering many cultural, educational and recreational...
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Photo of The Current Beverly
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The people were extremely nice; however, there was not one person I could text or call to find out how my sister was doing. Part of this was because they were understaffed; the other was that they assumed...
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 Maplewood at Weston
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Everything has been excellent! I love [name removed] from sales. Apartment sizes are great. Love the porch that each room has, very unique. I encouraged them to do more orientation, mom is having one today.
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.
Maplewood at Weston is located along the Charles River in one of the most desirable suburbs in the country. Surrounded by the tranquil countryside, our community is just minutes from the many cultural attractions of Boston, including the Museum of Fine Arts and The Boston Symphony Orchestra. We...
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Photo of New Horizons At Choate
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The staff is very helpful, they go over and above for the residents. Food is very good with many options if desired. There are day trips planned to restraints and interesting venues. I Recommend this place.
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.
New Horizons at Choate is a private, not-for-profit, non-denominational independent and assisted living retirement community located on the historic site of the former Charles Choate Memorial Hospital, in a lovely residential neighborhood near Horn Pond in Woburn. Beautiful, private...
Photo of Swan Brook Assisted Living
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My mom is always clean and very happy. They take her food order every day and have a wide range of activities. The staff has very little turnover and the owner is ALWAYS there. I have seen him cook, clean...
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 Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm
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8.6
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They are very caring and friendly staff. The rooms are kept clean. The room size is average & adequate based on my experience. I believe there are plenty of activities in assisted living. I'm not a familiar...
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.
Designed to capture the residential flavor of the neighborhood, Benchmark Senior Living at Putnam Farm boasts features that create the air of a country manor, including a spacious porch with wonderful hilltop views. The community offers residents and families close proximity to the Geriatric Care...
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Photo of Brookdale Sakonnet Bay
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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4 across the board. It is a clean community and the staff is great. Yes, we would recommend Brookdale Sakonnet Bay to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
It’s not downsizing your home; it’s upsizing your possibilities.Brookdale is open to new residents. Reach out to us and we can provide a virtual tour.With scenic views of Narragansett Bay, the Mount Hope Bridge and the Sakonnet River, our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, has four...
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Photo of Atria Fairhaven
1010 Photos available
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share the only item that they have failed at so far which was promised during the sale process, and that was Atria would provide transportation on any week day to and from his boat located close by. It was...
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 Fairhaven is an inviting senior community located in a charming seaside town. Residents gather with friends and family in one of several beautiful common spaces and an array of exciting daily activities provides many opportunities for social engagement. Atria Senior Living is a leading...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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They work as a team and everyone knows all the residents names. I do think they would benefit by having more activities for the memory care residents.
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.
Waltham Crossings is a comfortable and casual senior living community, with easy access to the surrounding Metrowest area. Residents of Waltham Crossings enjoy chatting with friends in the fireplaced living room, barbecuing among the gardens, or joining in on a game of cards in the Cape Cod room....
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
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8.5
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We moved my mother in law in about two weeks ago. Everyone was extremely help and caring. It’s been a very positive experience.
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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Photo of The Residence at Natick South
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I'm going to be honest here communication with the director is lacking. We love the new activities Director she's fantastic but she has to do way too many things. Their transportation is a big issue because...
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.
Your next chapter in life starts at The Residence at Natick South. Ideally located just outside the city center and near Natick Mall, our luxury senior community offers a quiet, convenient setting where you can enjoy resort-style dining, sophisticated living options, and exceptional care anytime...
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Photo of Edelweiss Village
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The staff was friendly and great, so were the residents! The committee was nice and clean, as well as the staff and residents! They always have activities and weekly's trips and the food and beverages are...
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.
Edelweiss Village, one of Boston’s premiere senior living communities, provides residents with opportunities to enjoy an active, healthy, and social lifestyle. Here you will find an exceptional level of assisted living senior care. Welcoming all faiths and backgrounds, residents enjoy delicious...
Photo of Sophia Snow House
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The staff is wonderful. Sophia Snow House is a small lovely, simple community. There are just enough activities for the residents, and the accommodations are very clean and comfortable. My mother enjoys the...
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.
Sophia Snow Place is a 164 year old not-for-profit, retirement community that offers two options for living. The Residences at Snow Place are 66 independent living apartments with entry fees and low monthly fees with the option of adding on services.Sophia Snow House is a licensed option that...
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Overall, apartment and closet space is huge. Very generous. Overall design and cleanliness is great, activities are varied and multiple options daily. The food is also above average and flexible, generous...
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.
Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, 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 doctor’s...
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Photo of Carriage House at Lee's Farm
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Carriage House recognized my dad as an individual-they made him feel welcome, and the staff was attentive to our questions and concerns. My dad was "young" by many measures in the memory care unit, &...
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.
Carriage House at Lee's Farm is an assisted living community in Wayland, Massachusetts. Wayland is a beautiful small town with natural spaces like forests, fields and marshes around the Sudbury River.At Carriage House we strive to meet the individual needs and wants of our residents Our care...
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My sister is well taken care of emotionally and physically. The staff is attentive. She also likes the food. It is always clean when I go there. I think the Parc is a great fit for my sister.
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.
At The Parc at Harbor View, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Winthrop area. Residents have many opportunities to...
Photo of The Residence at Melrose Station
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The time had come for my 87-year-old aunt to sell her home and move into an Independent Living setting. She had been living alone for nearly 50 years, but realized that was not a long-term option. We had...
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 Residence at Melrose Station offers grand hotel-style living with a social program and exceptional care when/if needed, as well as our renown Reflections Memory Care. Reflections offers both studio and companion suite apartments with large common areas and nurse-given medications.Each of...
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Photo of Wingate Residences at Cranston
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Facility is kept clean, the staff is friendly, the care is compassionate, the food is good, activities are plenty, and apartment sizes are spacious.
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.
Situated in the vibrant community of Cranston, Rhode Island, Victoria Court Memory Care Court offers full-service assisted living and memory care programs, providing a warm, inviting and familiar environment for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Our community focuses...
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I would give them 5 stars. Staff is great. Apartments are large enough. Environment is clean. No complaints from family member about the food.
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 at Gardner Park, which provides both Assisted Living as well as Reminiscence (memory) Care, has been serving the needs of seniors and their families since 1994. Famous for it's 'Bed and Breakfast' ambiance, Gardner Park is housed within a gracious Victorian Mansion. Besides the 55 private...
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Photo of Greystone Farm at Salem
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The staff, especially the memory care unit staff, treats the residents with a great deal of kindness, compassion, and patience. It's comforting to know that my mother is in such good hands.
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.
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
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Connie the head nurse has really facilitated the transition and very helpful all along the way. Also looking forward to the implementation of new programs in memory care under the new leadership
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 on 16-plus acres in a park-like setting, Anchor Bay at Pocasset is a bright, warm senior living community located near Rhode Island Hospital, Providence Place Mall, fine dining at Federal Hill, as well as Downtown Providence, and Johnston Memorial Park. Wake up every day in a safe,...
Photo of Windrose at Woburn
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It is strictly a non acute facility - a facility to be used prior to full service nursing home. I would recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
Conveniently located on Main Street in Woburn, Windrose at Woburn is a purpose-designed, service-enhanced assisted living community exclusively dedicated to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss.At the center of community life is ThriveCare®, our...
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Photo of Highlands on the East Side
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5 on each. Small and the personal care is wonderful. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
WE ARE NOW OPEN! Exclusively created to celebrate you, your wisdom, your spirit, and your life — The Highlands on the East Side is a newly designed Assisted Living residence with all the comforts of home...and more! We pride ourselves as being the value choice for senior living by offering...
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Cost of assisted living in Norfolk County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Norfolk County is $7,884 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mansfield Center, MA with an average of $6,452 per month.

Assisted living costs in Norfolk County, MA, vs. nearby counties

Norfolk County, MA
$7,884/mo

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

Norfolk County, MA
$7,884/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

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

Assisted Living
$7,884/mo
$9,343/mo

Assisted living costs in Norfolk County, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,251/mo
Studio
$6,535/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,567/mo

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

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Norfolk County, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorfolk County, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,884/mo$8,094/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$9,343/mo$9,969/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$4,469/mo$4,472/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Norfolk County, MA:$7,884/mo
Massachusetts:$8,094/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Norfolk County, MA:$9,343/mo
Massachusetts:$9,969/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Norfolk County, MA:$4,469/mo
Massachusetts:$4,472/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Norfolk County, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living 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

Assisted living cost trends in Norfolk County, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living 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$7,064/mo$6,791/mo+4.0%
Massachusetts$7,236/mo$6,741/mo+7.3%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Norfolk County, MA
2024 average cost:$7,064/mo
2023 average cost:$6,791/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,741/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Norfolk County, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Norfolk County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Norfolk County

Recent reviews for assisted living 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.

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!!

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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Norfolk County review score based on 1,357 family reviews

8.4
Review score347 facilities1357 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1357 reviews of 347 Norfolk County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Norfolk County 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

Norfolk County review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Norfolk County, MA347 facilities
8.4
Suffolk County, MA352 facilities
8.8
Middlesex County, MA189 facilities

Review subcategories for Norfolk County 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 1,357 reviews of 347 Norfolk County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Norfolk County 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.
Norfolk County, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.4
3.4
Friendliness
3.4
3.4
Care services
3.1
3.1
Staff
3.3
3.3
Meals & dining
3.1
3.0
Activities
3.1
3.0
Value for cost*
3.0
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Norfolk County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Norfolk County assisted living 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 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 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
54.5%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.5%
34.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.8%
96%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.7%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.8%
57.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.6%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.6%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
53.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.7%
33.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.8%
41.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.2%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Norfolk County 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 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
45.2%
28.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.5%
42.3%
No sugar
No sugar
56.8%
38.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.7%
37.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20.2%
19.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Norfolk County, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.8%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
47.8%
38.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29.1%
18.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Norfolk County 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 Norfolk County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Norfolk County, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
65.4%
47.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.4%
31.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.7%
31.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.1%
50.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.4%
42.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.4%
39.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
65.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
39.8%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.4%
25.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.6%
47.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Norfolk County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Norfolk County protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Current South Shore, The Atrium at Faxon Woods and Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Norfolk County, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 347 assisted living facilities near Norfolk County, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Norfolk County, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Lincoln Place and Anchor Bay East Providence. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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