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Photo of Carleton-Willard Village
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
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.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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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: 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: 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.
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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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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
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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.
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
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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.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in South Lincoln, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Lincoln is $8,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hanscom AFB, MA with an average of $8,095 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Lincoln, MA, vs. nearby cities

South Lincoln, MA
$8,095/mo
$8,095/mo

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

South Lincoln, MA
$8,095/mo
U.S. national average
$5,793/mo

Assisted living costs in South Lincoln, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$8,095/mo
$9,355/mo

Assisted living costs in South Lincoln, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,952/mo
Studio
$6,694/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,232/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,260/mo

Senior living costs in South Lincoln 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: South Lincoln, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Lincoln, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$8,095/mo$7,741/mo$5,793/mo
Memory Care$9,355/mo$9,647/mo$6,969/mo
Independent Living$4,877/mo$4,460/mo$3,509/mo
Assisted Living
South Lincoln, MA:$8,095/mo
Massachusetts:$7,741/mo
U.S.:$5,793/mo
Memory Care
South Lincoln, MA:$9,355/mo
Massachusetts:$9,647/mo
U.S.:$6,969/mo
Independent Living
South Lincoln, MA:$4,877/mo
Massachusetts:$4,460/mo
U.S.:$3,509/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Lincoln, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Lincoln 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
South Lincoln, MA$8,102/mo$7,734/mo+4.8%
Massachusetts$7,021/mo$6,780/mo+3.6%
National$5,378/mo$5,133/mo+4.8%
South Lincoln, MA
2024 average cost:$8,102/mo
2023 average cost:$7,734/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,021/mo
2023 average cost:$6,780/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,378/mo
2023 average cost:$5,133/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Lincoln, 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 South Lincoln.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Lincoln

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Lincoln

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.

New Horizons At Choate in Woburn, MA

4.5
It is restricted, as to who can apply, you have to live in a particular town or have family in the town. It's subsidized by a family foundation. They had good food. They really aren't set up for assisted living, more independant. They aren't set up to accommodate wheelchairs. The people were ...
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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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South Lincoln review score based on 187 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 187 reviews of 59 South Lincoln assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Lincoln 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

South Lincoln review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
South Lincoln, MA59 facilities
8.6
Hanscom AFB, MA61 facilities
8.0
Waltham, MA87 facilities

Review subcategories for South Lincoln 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 187 reviews of 59 South Lincoln assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Lincoln 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
3.7
Friendliness
3.9
3.8
Care services
3.5
3.4
Staff
3.8
3.7
Meals & dining
3.5
3.3
Activities
3.6
3.4
Value for cost*
3.5
3.4
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South Lincoln assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Lincoln assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Lincoln, 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 South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln 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
54.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.4%
34%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.4%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.1%
30.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.1%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.8%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.7%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Lincoln, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.8%
32.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.8%
42%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.6%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Lincoln, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50.8%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.4%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
55.9%
37.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
35.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.6%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Lincoln, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.9%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Lincoln 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 South Lincoln offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Lincoln, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
67.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
49.2%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.5%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.8%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.7%
37.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
66.1%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
28.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.1%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Lincoln

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 South Lincoln protect seniors.
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Atria Longmeadow Place, Artisan at Hudson and Sunrise of Wayland are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Lincoln, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 65 assisted living facilities near South Lincoln, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in South Lincoln, Massachusetts are Atria Draper Place, Atria Longmeadow Place and Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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