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Memory care in Dorchester Heights offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Dorchester Heights is about $7,765 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 68 communities, read 947 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I spent a great deal of time touring the top reviewed memory care unit units in my area. All of them were very good, but Atria stood out for their presentation, the initial meeting, and their memory care...
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 Longmeadow Place is a welcoming senior community nestled in a wooded area of Burlington, Massachusetts. The community is adjacent to town conservation land and located directly across the street from the world-renowned Lahey Clinic. Residents at Atria Longmeadow Place enjoy the best of both...
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Brookmeadow is very clean, very friendly. There are activities every day, every hour pretty much. They try to keep everyone busy by offering something for everyone. Food is very good. Very creative with...
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.
Exceptional Living Spaces Suited for Later LifeBrookmeadow at Cobb Corner features 91 units of rental senior living offering apartments suited for assisted and memory care living.Preview any of the our communities, living options, care or services and begin imagining what your typical day will be...
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Highly recommend this memory care unit. The staff are compassionate, caring, attentive and very professional. They are always available to answer questions and concerns. It is a very happy atmosphere which...
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.
At Atria Marina Place, you'll find a welcoming senior community just 10 minutes from Boston on the seaside enclave of Marina Bay. Invite friends and family to enjoy the fresh breeze coming from the water or participate in one of more than 250 monthly activities.Atria Marina Place offers a choice...
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We couldn’t be more grateful for the care my wife has received over the past five months at the Allerton House in Hingham. Driving up, it looks like a warm and inviting country inn set in the woods. From...
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.
We offer the comfort of a country estate near Hingham Harbor, buffered by white birches and wild meadows. Residents can enjoy a comfortable chair on our wrap around porch, or take a brisk walk along our extensive paths. At Allerton House, we offer a comprehensive array of housing, hospitality and...
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Every day, I am thoroughly impressed with how wonderful of a facility Grove Manor really is. My aunt is very happy there and engages and all their activities. Maintenance is remarkable. Staff is phenomenal....
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.
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Staff is friendly and responsive. It’s small enough that they know the residents well and clearly care about them. Good range of activities, from games and movies to art, music, and lectures. Food quality is...
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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My father will have been there 1 year on [date removed]. He is so happy there. Cleanliness has always been good. My father is always saying he's glad he chose Brookdale over the other facility we looked at....
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.
Welcome to the Good LifeIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores for scenic views of Quincy Bay and the breathtaking Boston skyline, our independent and assisted living community is the place for you. You can enjoy all the conveniences of the city without sacrificing the...
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Atrium has been very open and the communication with us has been great. Care from the staff is fantastic. 5 stars The facility is spotless and everyone who comes in contact with my family member or myself is...
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.
The Atrium at Faxon Woods is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Each detail of our unique, single story...
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Was able to have my mom cared for while I recovered from an injury for a two month stay. She received excellent care, better than other facilities we tried for respite care. The facility was clean, the staff...
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.
We are located in the heart of historic Watertown, steps from the Charles River and an easy proximity to shopping, houses of worship, recreation and the many cultural attractions that the area offers. We serve the communities surrounding us including Belmont, Newton, Waltham and Cambridge.The...
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Staff are wonderful and attentive always checking i. With my mother and alerting me when they have concerns It is beautifully kept up and I liked the smaller feeling of the facility. We looked at larger...
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.
Allerton House Weymouth provides pleasant, private apartments and a host of personal services, which emphasize independence, dignity and well-being. Help is available 24 hours a day. We offer: Choice of studio, 1 or 2 bedroom apartments Help with personal care: bathing, dressing, etc. is...
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Photo of The Residence at Boylston Place
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I would just say that the transition to senior living is (usually) a very difficult and stressful process. Ours was complicated by my father's serious hospitalization right before him moving in to Boylston...
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 Boylston Place is a senior living community that provides traditional assisted living with security and every opportunity for a full, enriching life. The Residence at Boylston Place is located in one of Massachusetts' most exclusive and picturesque towns and offers a lifestyle...
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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
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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.
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...
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As a family, we did our best for years to adhere to our moms wishes to live at home. In Oct 2024, the day and realization that mom needed an upgrade and community of people to help her in a multitude 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.
At Sunrise of Newton, you will enjoy living in the lively suburban neighborhood of Newton Corner, just 20 minutes from downtown Boston, and with a unique car courtyard featuring ample visitor parking. Our community is also conveniently situated within easy reach of I-90 for excursions to the...
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The only thing I can think of off hand was the TV in the main room was always monopolized by a few people that spent the entire day sitting and watching the same shows over and over.
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 Maplewood Place in Malden, Massachusetts is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care community. Located in the heart of Malden, residents enjoy all the comforts of a charming life with our great location and consistent accommodations. We foster an atmosphere where wholesome...
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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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She loves the food and says how happy she is there every time I talk to her. Mom loves the community and enjoys the social aspect immensely. The cultural center brings in so many performers, art exhibits and...
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.
The Scandinavian Living Center, open to all nationalities, is a non-profit community set on three beautiful acres in a lovely residential area near Boston. With only forty apartments, its small size and bright space promote a warm and intimate family-like atmosphere where residents enjoy the...
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My mom was only here for a short time before she passed, sadly. But during that time she was more social and positive than I’d seen her in a long time. The caregivers were very kind and communicative, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...
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in the year my aunt has been here she transitioned to the memory care unit which is more expensive than the floor she was on when she first arrived. She now needs more care. However, based on the experience...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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 of Braintree is located minutes from Route 128, Interstate 93 and Route 1, just minutes from South Shore Plaza. Our beautifully maintained Victorian-style Mansion was built in 2007 and is set back from the road to provide a peaceful environment, surrounded by lush landscaping, green...
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I would say that it's a good place and my mother is happy there. I wish there were slightly more interesting or stimulating activities. It is more of a bingo crowd, which is not quite her thing. We picked...
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.
Since 2002, Traditions of Dedham has been committed to not only our residents, but also the Dedham and neighboring community seniors for over 15 years. We are your trusted choice with a great reputation for quality and care. Here you'll find an active, vibrant senior community at Traditions of...
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5 across the board- The staff are all very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, my mom needs memory care now and we have to move her. I wish she could have stayed at SB longer.
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.
Located just minutes from Symphony Hall, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, residents of the Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community live in the heart of Boston's thriving cultural and entertainment world. Convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants, and a host of...
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They were great until my sister got sicker. They did their best but the cost got very high. My sister died there in hospice care The staff are all very nice and try their best.
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 Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in Brighton, 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...
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I would and I do highly recommend Rogerson House to friends. It's not for everyone, of course, as it is only for memory care, but for those with dementia who are comfortable living with others, it is a...
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.
Originally opened as the Boston Alzheimer’s Center in 1997, Rogerson House was the first community in the Boston area to provide care exclusively to individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. Rogerson House continues to be recognized as both a pioneer and leader in the...
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Love it that its not a huge place where my dad cant get lost in. Met with the manager and who was very friendly, loved that he was very enthusiastic about helping people. The room was beautiful and 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.
Brigham House is an affordable assisted living residence located in Watertown, MA about 10 minutes from downtown Boston. Situated near Watertown Square, Brigham House was born out of the restoration of a historic schoolhouse. Renovated in 2002, the house offers 62 apartments and features a staff...
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the staff is caring, and engaging with the residents. The chef and wait staff understand allergies and go out of their way to accommodate. However, the weekly cleaning isn't always as hoped
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.
Standish Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle, offering both assisted living and a secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. The community features 85 lovely rental apartments, comfortable community rooms, and calming outdoor spaces including two ground floor...
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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, 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.
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...
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Cost of memory care in Dorchester Heights, MA

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester Heights is $7,765 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millis-Clicquot, MA with an average of $7,312 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester Heights, MA vs. nearby cities

Dorchester Heights, MA
$7,765/mo
$7,716/mo
$7,633/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester Heights, MA vs. the state and national average

Dorchester Heights, MA
$7,765/mo
U.S. national average
$4,921/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dorchester Heights vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$7,765/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Dorchester Heights, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,841/mo
Studio
$7,518/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$10,347/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dorchester Heights over time

Dorchester Heights, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about memory care in Dorchester Heights

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorchester Heights

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.

Youville Place in Lexington, MA

5.0
We couldn't be more grateful to have our mom in the loving and capable hands of the Youville community. The Memory Care Unit there is top-notch. To this day, given all the challenges with her Alzheimer's, we feel it is one of the best decisions that we have made. The place is clean, ...
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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.7
My dad was determined and prepared to remain in his Wayland home. He moved to Traditions of Wayland in December for a two month “respite”, not long after a bad fall and several broken bones required hospitalizations and weeks in rehab. When the Traditions Resident Care Director, came to his ...
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Dorchester Heights review score based on 223 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 223 reviews of 61 Dorchester Heights memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester Heights review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Dorchester Heights review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Dorchester Heights, MA61 facilities
7.4
Boston, MA80 facilities
7.8
Winthrop, MA51 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester Heights memory care

When memory care 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 223 reviews of 61 Dorchester Heights memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester Heights resident and family memory care 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.
Dorchester Heights, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.9
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dorchester Heights memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester Heights memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester Heights, 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 Dorchester Heights memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Dorchester Heights 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
50.8%
63%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.9%
46.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.6%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.7%
69.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.8%
27.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.9%
89%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.4%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
78.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester Heights memory care

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 Dorchester Heights Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester Heights, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.2%
71.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.1%
44.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.7%
67.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23%
25.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester Heights memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Dorchester Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester Heights, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.5%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75.4%
43.4%
No sugar
No sugar
67.2%
40.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
59%
48.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.8%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester Heights memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Dorchester Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester Heights, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
65.6%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.5%
39%
Room service
Room service
44.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.9%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester Heights memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Dorchester Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester Heights, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
77%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.1%
32.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41%
28%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
68.9%
52.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.1%
58.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.9%
38.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.9%
34.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.5%
35.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.8%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
73.8%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
34.4%
30.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.1%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.1%
45.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 68 memory care facilities near Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Gables at Winchester and Atria Marland Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 68 memory care facilities near you in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $88492. The average Memory Care cost in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts is $7,765. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dorchester Heights, Massachusetts typically starts at $300. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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