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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Leonard Florence Center for Living, a state-of-the-art, 100-bed skilled nursing home sponsored by the Chelsea Jewish Foundation, is now accepting resident applications for its February opening. Located on Admiral's Hill in Chelsea, MA, the Leonard Florence Center for Living is the first...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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 Chelsea Jewish Foundation is an assisted living community located in the quiet area of Chelsea, Suffolk County, Massachusetts. Located just across the bridge from Boston, the Chelsea area has always been an independent, working-class industrial community from the beginning of its existence....
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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.
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.
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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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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: 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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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 East Lexington, MA

The average cost of senior living in East Lexington is $7,121 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waltham, MA with an average of $7,047 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Lexington, MA vs. nearby cities

East Lexington, MA
$7,121/mo
$7,047/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Lexington, MA vs. the state and national average

East Lexington, MA
$7,121/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in East Lexington vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,121/mo
$7,128/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in East Lexington, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,903/mo
Studio
$8,482/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,257/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,457/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in East Lexington over time

East Lexington, MAMA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in East Lexington, 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 East Lexington.

What families are saying about assisted living in East Lexington

Recent reviews for assisted living in East Lexington

Putnam Farm at Danvers

4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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The Gables at Winchester

4.9
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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East Lexington review score based on 264 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 264 reviews of 84 East Lexington assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The East Lexington 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

East Lexington review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
East Lexington, MA84 facilities
8.0
Waltham, MA87 facilities
7.9
Watertown Town, MA98 facilities

Review subcategories for East Lexington 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 264 reviews of 84 East Lexington assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare East Lexington 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.
East Lexington, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
3.8
4.1
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East Lexington assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Lexington assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Lexington, 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 East Lexington 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 East Lexington that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
22.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.8%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
70.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
29.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
89.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in East Lexington 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 East Lexington Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
46.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in East Lexington 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 East Lexington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
51.2%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.8%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in East Lexington 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 East Lexington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
54.8%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
42%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Lexington 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 East Lexington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.4%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.9%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
65.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
65.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.7%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in East Lexington

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in East Lexington protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated assisted living facilities near East Lexington, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 93 assisted living facilities near East Lexington, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in East Lexington, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Atria Marina Place. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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