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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
SunBridge Care and Rehabilitation for Newton is a 202-bed facility accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). We serve the Newton community with postacute care, rehabilitation therapy and long-term care in a cheerful, pleasant atmosphere. Our facility...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Marian Manor, 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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I have visited many senior living facilities and Avery Crossing is truly one of the best. On our visits the staff is incredibly helpful with anything we may need. In addition, we have found the facilities...
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.
Avery Crossings is a 60 apartment independent/assisted living residence located in Needham Heights. Our community is a short walk from shops, restaurants, medical offices and the train station. We have a long tenured, seasoned and caring staff that provide personal care and medication management....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Arlington, MA

The average cost of senior living in Arlington is $7,115 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, MA with an average of $7,034 per month.

Assisted living costs in Arlington, MA, vs. nearby cities

Arlington, MA
$7,115/mo
$7,158/mo

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

Arlington, MA
$7,115/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Arlington, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$7,115/mo
$7,122/mo

Assisted living costs in Arlington, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,837/mo
Studio
$8,547/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,261/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,457/mo

Senior living costs in Arlington 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: Arlington, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeArlington, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$7,115/mo$6,883/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$7,122/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$6,579/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Arlington, MA:$7,115/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Arlington, MA:$7,122/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Arlington, MA:$6,579/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Arlington, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Arlington 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.

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Assisted living cost trends in Arlington, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Arlington 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Arlington, MA$8,072/mo$8,047/mo+0.3%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Arlington, MA
2024 average cost:$8,072/mo
2023 average cost:$8,047/mo
Percent change:+0.3%
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2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
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2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Arlington, MA

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What families are saying about assisted living in Arlington

Recent reviews for assisted living in Arlington

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.

The Arbors at Stoneham

4.0
My loved one is currently a resident at The Arbors at Stoneham. Overall, this facility is not a bad place and the staff try their best, they just need more help. The director of the Memory Care unit is nice and listens and corrects where she can. There have been issues with making sure that ...
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Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Timely and effective response from staff. Several reviews mention the importance of staff responsiveness, with families appreciating quick and effective communication from caregivers at communities like Providence House and The Parc at Harbor View Senior Living. In contrast, some residents and families encountered lengthy wait times ...
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Variety of activities for diverse interests. Residents find joy in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at Atria Longmeadow Place, staff members organize a weekly trivia night, regular outings to pools for swimming sessions, hikes and fishing days at nearby city parks, and more. At Chestnut Park ...
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Lovely and well-maintained living spaces. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, be it for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor areas like gardens and walking trails. Residents of Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community and Atria Longmeadow Place mention the bright and spacious apartments, while rev ...
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Access to a variety of services and amenities. Families appreciate the convenience of having various services and amenities, such as transportation, housekeeping, and maintenance, available at their community. At Neville Place, direct access to walking trails around Fresh Pond is a major selling point, while at Holiday Maplewood Place, t ...
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Compassionate and caring staff. Several residents and families express appreciation for the friendly and compassionate nature of their community's staff. At Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings, staff members are described as kind and caring, making residents feel at home. Reviews for Atria Longmeadow Place frequen ...
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Safety and peace of mind. Residents and their families often report feeling assured by the safety measures in place at their community, allowing them peace of mind. For example, at Neville Place, the setting, with direct access to walking trails and openness to respecting residents' apartments, contributes to a sense o ...
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Arlington review score based on 274 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 274 reviews of 81 Arlington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Arlington 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

Arlington review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Arlington, MA81 facilities
8.0
Medford, MA85 facilities
7.7
Watertown Town, MA98 facilities

Review subcategories for Arlington 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 274 reviews of 81 Arlington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Arlington 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.
Arlington, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.1
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.1
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.6
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.7
3.7
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Arlington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Arlington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Arlington, 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 Arlington 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 Arlington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Arlington, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.6%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.6%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Arlington 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 Arlington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Arlington, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.1%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Arlington 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 Arlington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Arlington, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56.8%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Arlington 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 Arlington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Arlington, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
43.2%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Arlington 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 Arlington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Arlington, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
30.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.5%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Arlington

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 Arlington protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Sunrise of Arlington, Atria Longmeadow Place and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Arlington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 89 assisted living facilities near Arlington, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Arlington, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Atria Marland Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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