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10 Best Nursing Homes in Essex County, MA
Essex County is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 40 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Essex County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Essex County is about $6,944, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 441 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Watertown Town, Longwood Station and Faneuil.
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Cost of nursing homes in Essex County, MA
The average cost of senior living in Essex County is $6,944 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newburyport, MA with an average of $6,708 per month.
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Essex County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Essex County
Putnam Farm at Danvers
4.3
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her.
Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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The Gables at Winchester
4.3
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views
Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA
3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Essex County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essex County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essex County, 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 Essex County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Essex County 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
34.6%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.8%
9.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
76.9%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
73.1%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
65.4%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
57.7%
17.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Essex County nursing homes
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 Essex County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essex County nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Essex County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
34.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Essex County nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Essex County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
30.8%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
34.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essex County nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Essex County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.3%
6.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.6%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
6.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
19.2%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Marland Place and The Atrium At Drum Hill are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Essex County, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 40 nursing homes facilities near Essex County, Massachusetts. See the full list.
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Nursing Homes in Cities Near Essex County
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- East Arlington, Massachusetts
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- Waverley, Massachusetts
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