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Memory care in Reading 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 Reading is about $7,593 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 50 communities, read 1046 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Reading
1717 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.6
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My experience and my mom's was fantastic! From my first meeting with [name removed] to the very last day of my mom's passing, each and every person at Artis went above and beyond my highest...
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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88 Floor plans available
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9.9
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9.9
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We are happy with the care my aunt has received. She established a relationship with the sales women a few years ago. Now the time has come and her transition was seamless due to the staff who made her feel...
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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1616 Photos available
9.7
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25 reviews
9.7
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The staff are wonderful. Always helpful. My mom is pleasantly surprised by the food. She just moved to a deluxe 1 bedroom which is a really nice size. The only thing not ideal is the temperature control of...
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.
For over 30 years, The Gables at Winchester has been serving the Winchester and surrounding communities. The Gables is a comfortable and elegantly furnished senior living community offering the finest in independent and assisted living apartments, as well as rehabilitation services and...
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88 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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9.5
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31 reviews
9.5
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We are very new to Sunrise but the staff is caring and they are trying hard to integrate my parents into their community. We are encouraged that this is a good fit for our family. The Denver suite is a...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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1313 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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42 reviews
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We moved my father into the work, crossing at the end of June. He has been very happy with the service and the staff there. He calls me almost daily to rave about the food. It’s a clean friendly environment...
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 Billerica CrossingsAssisted Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsBenchmark Senior Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica Crossings in Billerica, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need...
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9.4
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My mother has been a Youville Lexington residents for over a year and it has been perfect for her! Youville is an incredibly supportive and caring place that has everything that is important to my mom; a...
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.
Youville Place is a unique assisted living residence located in Lexington, Mass. Surrounded by 12-acres of lush gardens and greenery, this assisted living residence is rooted not only in the region’s history but by its history and traditions. The only mission-oriented, not-for-profit assisted...
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9.4
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9.4
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We absolutely love Atria Marland Pl.! It is an old mill so it doesn't necessarily feel like an assisted living facility. There's plenty to do my father-in-law loves the food. He has dementia but he is not in...
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.
For more than 18 years, Atria Marland Place has been the senior living provider of choice for Andover's wisest older adults. Building on this foundation of trust, they've recently completed a thoughtful, thorough renovation to expand and enhance their community — including the addition of Atria...
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9.2
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I had a great experience with Sunrise and would highly recommend. The staff have been excellent. Each person has been patient and answered all questions. Now that mother in law has been there for a couple 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.
Sunrise of Burlington is nestled right in the heart of this great town. Our attractively designed apartments overlook suburban neighborhoods, forests and a town baseball field. Enjoy watching baseball and lacrosse practices in your own backyard! If you are a proud Burlington resident you will be...
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My friend, whose family members are living in other parts of the country, recently joined Atria Maplewood Place and has absolutely thrived in her new home. There's a positive spirit among the residents and...
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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9.0
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9.0
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I know how difficult a decision this is for families and I feel confident that this facility is a good choice. We toured 5 other places and they were all impressive, Aviva had the best location for us. The...
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.
Located just 10 miles northwest of Boston, and sitting on the fifth green of the Woburn Country Club Public Golf Course, Aviva's award-winning Country Club Heights offers the best of Independent Living and Assisted Living with a Memory Care also. This community is for golfers, history and culture...
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Photo of Delaney at The Vale
77 Photos available
2525 Floor plans available
9.0
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Actually....with #4, it as an observation I had of someone who didn't know I was watching that actually contributed to us choosing this community. I watched a nurse with a resident in memory care. The...
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 Delaney at The Vale, located just 10 miles north of Boston is the areas newest 62+ community, featuring contemporary independent living, assisted living and memory care residences. The community will include three connected buildings complete with high-end amenities, upscale concierge...
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Photo of Windsor Place of Wilmington Assisted Living
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8.9
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From the very first visit to the present day Windsor Place has made my mom feel like she’s always their top priority! Losing one’s independence has to be one of the worst feelings you ever have! Windsor...
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.
Windsor Place offers independent,assisted and Alzheimer's/memory care. You've mastered the art of living well, and it shows. At Windsor Place Assisted living, you can retire that way, too. No matter what you are looking for in an assisted living residence, you'll find the best of it all at...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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8.9
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My family member did not get along with one patient. He was young, car accident victim. They would read each other.[name removed] was forced to hire an aid 12 hours a day, private pay, to stay at the...
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.
When looking for long-term care for your loved one who has dementia, you’ll want to make sure it provides the right type of certified memory care specialists and a safe environment with constant monitoring. Will your loved one have personal assistance? Have access to meaningful activities and...
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33 Floor plans available
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8.8
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8.8
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Gardner Park was an excellent facility. Staff and building I highly recommend. I found everyone to be so caring. From nurses , to servers, to administrators. Couldn't have been more helpful. Seems to...
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.
Sunrise at Gardner Park, which provides both Assisted Living as well as Reminiscence (memory) Care, has been serving the needs of seniors and their families since 1994. Famous for it's 'Bed and Breakfast' ambiance, Gardner Park is housed within a gracious Victorian Mansion. Besides the 55 private...
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8.7
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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
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.
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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8.7
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So far everyone on the staff that we have met has been very friendly and very helpful. Many go above and beyond expectations. I truly feel that my parents are safe, well cared for and happy!
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.
Assisted LivingBenchmark Senior Living at Woburn in Woburn, 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...
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My dads is very happy there and the staff have been doing a great job! I would definitely recommend! hey really show a lot of personal attention to the residents and do a great job providing a sense of...
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.
Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people you enjoy. Imagine life without the worries and stresses of maintaining a home. Imagine you being...
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33 Floor plans available
8.6
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Very happy with facility, staff and activities. I would absolutely recommend. I like the way it feels like a home. It has plenty of space both indoors and a wonderful amount of safe outdoor space.
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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Kaplan was our first choice for memory care for my husband. I looked at numerous facilities and although other facilities were nice, Kaplan was the most transparent when it came to pricing. It is clean 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.
Welcome to Woodbridge, a friendly and vibrant assisted living community where safety and comfort are paramount. Located on a wooded knoll in Peabody, Massachusetts, on the North Shore of Boston, Woodbridge offers private rental apartments for seniors. Aviv Centers of Living May News: Aviv...
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8.4
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What I saw of the meals and dining - seemed ok. Gramps did not participate in any of the activities. It is expensive with rental furniture. We felt [fee removed] for 30 days was rather high. However, I...
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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It is strictly a non acute facility - a facility to be used prior to full service nursing home. I would recommend it to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
Windrose of Weymouth is designed to promote resident interaction through research-based, resident-driven programming conveniently located right outside our apartment doors. Each neighborhood offers a dining room and common areas to encourage resident choice. Our families experience the peace of...
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It is a smaller residence so you can quickly get to know the other people and it feels more like Home. My mother says the food is delicious, and again, I think that dedication of the staff is top-notch. I...
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.
Conveniently located adjacent to the town center of Reading, Massachusetts and within walking distance to the town common, post office, churches, banks, restaurants and many shops and services found in the thriving town center, our community recently received a $3 million full community...
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7.7
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10 reviews
7.7
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10 reviews
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I am very happy with the staff, activities, food, facility and location. The facility is small with only 40 residents in a residential area with nice grounds. It is very homey and the staff takes time to get...
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.
Located in a quaint neighborhood in the town of Danvers is Seasons - the premier assisted living community specializing in memory care on the North Shore. At Seasons of Danvers, we approach the needs of our residents in a holistic way. With our approach, we believe we can maximize the abilities...
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7.2
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23 reviews
7.2
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Moved here with wife 8 months ago. I’m independent, she dementia with Lewy body We live on th fourth floor. Overall satisfaction. Sometimes the food is cold or not very tasty. Memories care is ok but...
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.
Rich in history and culture, The Arbors at Stoneham offers seniors a welcoming, family-oriented community with a strong emphasis on togetherness. Located in Stoneham, MA, a town once known for its role in shoe manufacturing during the Industrial Revolution, our assisted living community provides...
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7.2
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25 reviews
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25 reviews
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Everyone and everything was a great experience for my mother while she was there. On her last days of life, the staff were even more attentive. I would definitely recommend Blair House to others.
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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Cost of memory care in Reading, MA

The average cost of senior living in Reading is $7,593 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Haverhill, MA with an average of $7,127 per month.

Memory care costs in Reading, MA, vs. nearby cities

Reading, MA
$7,604/mo
$7,568/mo
$7,604/mo

Memory care costs in Reading, MA, vs. state and national averages

Reading, MA
$7,604/mo
U.S. national average
$4,942/mo

Memory care costs in Reading, MA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,604/mo

Memory care costs in Reading, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,555/mo
Studio
$7,851/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,201/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,205/mo

Senior living costs in Reading 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: Reading, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeReading, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,604/mo$7,238/mo$4,942/mo
Assisted Living$7,583/mo$7,232/mo$4,709/mo
Independent Living$6,876/mo$6,346/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Reading, MA:$7,604/mo
Massachusetts:$7,238/mo
U.S.:$4,942/mo
Assisted Living
Reading, MA:$7,583/mo
Massachusetts:$7,232/mo
U.S.:$4,709/mo
Independent Living
Reading, MA:$6,876/mo
Massachusetts:$6,346/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Reading, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Reading 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.

Reading, MAMA stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Reading, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Reading 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Reading, MA$8,712/mo$8,681/mo+0.4%
Massachusetts$9,443/mo$8,832/mo+6.9%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Reading, MA
2024 average cost:$8,712/mo
2023 average cost:$8,681/mo
Percent change:+0.4%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$9,443/mo
2023 average cost:$8,832/mo
Percent change:+6.9%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Reading

Recent reviews for memory care in Reading

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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Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA

5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of engaging activities. Reviews highlight the importance of the wide range of activities offered at different communities, such as memory care units at Artis Senior Living of Reading, Sunrise of Burlington MA, and Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn, which provide residents with daily opportunities for socializatio ...
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Dedicated memory care facilities. Several families praise the focused care provided at memory care facilities like Artis Senior Living of Reading, Windrose at Woburn, and Prospect House, highlighting the benefits of specialized staff and tailored environments for residents with memory issues.
Professional and caring staff. Many reviews commend the staff for their kindness and commitment to residents' well-being, like those at The Atrium at Veronica Drive, Atria Longmeadow Place, and Artis Senior Living of Lexington, who are praised for their attentiveness and compassionate care.
Flexible and customized care plans. Reviews at Sunrise of Burlington MA and Windrose at Woburn mention the importance of staff who are willing to adapt to individual residents' needs, ensuring that care plans are tailored and effective.
Quality of meals and dining experiences. Positive reviews for Sunrise of Arlington, Artis Senior Living of Lexington, and Atria Maplewood Place mention the importance of satisfying meals and enjoyable dining experiences for residents, contributing to their overall sense of happiness and well-being.
Safe and welcoming environments. Reviews at Artis Senior Living of Lexington, Sunrise of Lynnfield, and Atria Longmeadow Place emphasize the importance of feeling safe and at home in a community, which is crucial for both residents' emotional and physical well-being.
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Reading review score based on 255 family reviews

8.1
Review score43 facilities255 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 255 reviews of 43 Reading memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Reading 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

Reading review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Reading, MA43 facilities
8.1
Woburn, MA57 facilities
8.0
Melrose, MA69 facilities

Review subcategories for Reading 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 255 reviews of 43 Reading memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Reading 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.
Reading, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.8
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Reading memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Reading memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Reading, 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 Reading 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 Reading that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Reading, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.4%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.7%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Reading 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 Reading Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Reading, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.7%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
69.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.6%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Reading 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 Reading partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Reading, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60.5%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72.1%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
65.1%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.8%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.9%
20.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Reading 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 Reading communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Reading, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
72.1%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.7%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
72.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.5%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Reading 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 Reading offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Reading, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
81.4%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.1%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
74.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
58.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
79.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
76.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
79.1%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
44.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Reading

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Reading protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Artis Senior Living of Reading, Atria Longmeadow Place and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated memory care facilities near Reading, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 50 memory care facilities near Reading, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Reading, 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 50 memory care facilities near you in Reading, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Reading, 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 Reading, 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 Reading, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $18615. The average Memory Care cost in Reading, Massachusetts is $7,593. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Reading, 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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