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Photo of The Residence at Riverbend
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I think the nurses are fantastic and go out of their way to notify family if anything of concern with your loved one. Highly recommend!
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 Riverbend is a rental community that has already established an outstanding reputation on the North Shore and beyond! Our dedication to an impeccable standard of quality in every aspect of the Riverbend lifestyle is evident in all we do; for instance our restaurant serves 3 meals...
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[name removed] passed away on [date removed], my experience with Linden, now Charter was excellent and recommend them without reservation. The staff are excellent. Professional, respectful, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Charter at Danvers is a highly regarded senior care community in Danvers, Massachusetts providing assisted living and memory care services. Our stunning and inviting home-like community enjoys a prime location next to the world famous Cherry Hill Creamery and is just minutes from grocery...
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Nice facility. Staff tries very hard and does very well. Meals can be spotty in terms of value. They often have personnel shortages in dining room but try very hard to minimize any negative impact on...
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 Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA in Essex County is a senior living community for active, independent-minded seniors. Our community resides on beautiful grounds, with lush greenery in a quiet residential area. We're located in close proximity to the Interstate 95 and surrounded by...
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Our loved one was only there for 10 days, but the Putnam Farm at Danvers community is beautiful. It is a well kept facility with very very nice personnel working there .
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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Amazing, compassionate community for those suffering from memory impairment. I am blessed to have 2 views of this magnificent community. My Mother was a resident for the final 2 years of her life. I had...
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.
Avita of Newburyport is a memory care community located in the beautiful city of Newburyport, Massachusetts. Newburyport is a small coastal city in Essex County that offers a vibrant tourism industry, a full schedule of annual events and exciting points of interest. The city is home to a quaint...
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Honestly I even asked my mom and she agreed with me ... all 5's!!!!!!! The staff has have been unbelievable with my aunt!!! We would 100 percent recommend this community to other families!!!!
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.
Seasons of Danvers, managed by Northbridge Companies, is conveniently located just off Route 62 and minutes from I-95. Seasons is an assisted living community uniquely designed to support seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia. Just because an individual may suffer from physical challenges or...
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This place is like a 5 star resort, it's prestine, it's brighter, cleaner. It's an upscale place with people at a higher income level. It's a lot more expesnive and doesn't have the PACE program.
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 Herrick House has been enriching the lives of seniors on the North Shore since 1994. Located on the upper campus of Beverly Hospital, The Herrick House features traditional assisted living and Spectrum, a dementia care neighborhood. Services include 24-hour on site licensed nursing staff,...
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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.
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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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Cost of assisted living in Ipswich, MA

The average cost of senior living in Ipswich is $6,788 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newburyport, MA with an average of $6,527 per month.

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

Ipswich, MA
$6,788/mo
$7,035/mo

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

Ipswich, MA
$6,788/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,788/mo
$6,805/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,435/mo
Studio
$7,942/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,002/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,247/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ipswich over time

Ipswich, MAMA stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ipswich

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ipswich

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

The Residence at Melrose Station

5.0
My mom is doing great at The Residence at Melrose Station! The staff are taking very good care of her. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would absolutely recommend this community to other families! It is not cheap but it is worth the money.

Ipswich review score based on 29 family reviews

7.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 9 Ipswich assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ipswich 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

Ipswich review score compared against nearby cities

7.2
Ipswich, MA9 facilities
7.9
Beverly, MA21 facilities
7.3
Gloucester, MA15 facilities

Review subcategories for Ipswich 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 29 reviews of 9 Ipswich assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Ipswich 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.
Ipswich, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Ipswich assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ipswich assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ipswich, 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 Ipswich 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 Ipswich that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ipswich, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
44.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
77.8%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ipswich 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 Ipswich Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ipswich, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ipswich 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 Ipswich partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ipswich, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.6%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.1%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Ipswich 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 Ipswich communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ipswich, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
55.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
44.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ipswich 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 Ipswich offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ipswich, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ipswich

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 Ipswich protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

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Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Ashland Farm at North Andover are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ipswich, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Ipswich, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Ipswich, Massachusetts is Atria Longmeadow Place. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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