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The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Weston, MA for 2024

There are 59 Memory Care Facilities in the Weston area, with 2 in Weston and 57 nearby.

The average cost of memory care in Weston is $9,150 per month. This is higher than the national median of $5,500. Cheaper rated regions include Wayland with an average starting cost of 8,167.

To help you with your search, browse the 7 reviews below for memory care facilities in Weston. On average, consumers rate memory care in Weston 4.71 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Wayland with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Memory Care in Weston

Weston is a safe, family-friendly suburb of Boston, Massachusetts, a state with over 130,000 residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease or dementia. 2,300 out of the town's population of 12,000 are seniors over 65, many of whom will need accommodations in memory care facilities. There are over 60 memory care facilities in the greater Boston area. These places are regulated and licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.

In Weston and the rest of Massachusetts, some assisted living facilities have separate memory care wings as well as Alzheimer's only treatment centers, referred to as “Dementia Special Care Units” (DSCUs). Other memory care facilities attached to assisted living communities are called  “Special Care Residence” (SCR). 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Weston

  • Social Security in Weston, as in all of Massachusetts, is not subject to state tax Social Security income. This exemption my free up a little more money for families budgeting for a loved one's memory care. In addition to this tax exemption, those over 65 may claim a different state tax exemption for age. There are several other exemptions for seniors and those with a qualifying disability. 
  • Weston's weather includes warm, humid summers and cold winters with plenty of snow. Seniors with respiratory or other health conditions, such as arthritis, may be uncomfortable here, although those memory care patients sensitivity to high heat may find relief. 
  • Weston, as part of the greater Boston metro area, is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Massachusetts General Hospital - Boston and Boston Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
  • Cost of living in Weston is triple the national average. While groceries and health care are on par with the rest of the country, housing costs seven times the national average drive the cost of living way up. Memory care boarding fees may be affected by this. 

Paying for Memory Care in Weston

Memory Care costs in Weston start around $9,150 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,694 per month.

It’s important to note that memory care rates in Weston and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Massachusetts

Weston

$9,150

Newton

$8,600

Wayland

$8,146

Needham

$7,745

Framingham

$7,136

Brighton

$6,530

US

$5,694

Waltham

$5,675

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Weston

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

Free Memory Care Resources in Weston

Weston and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free memory care resources in Weston, please visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Weston

Weston-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Massachusetts are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page for more information about these laws.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Frank Gotwals

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Maplewood at Weston

My mother is a resident in the memory care unit. She went in during Covid restrictions which were managed well. The personnel have been very kind and professional, consistent in their care even...

Provider response

Thank you so much, Frank, It is our honor to care for your mother. Your endorsement is validation that we are providing the care we strive to have for all of our residents and their families. Have...

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A Higonnet

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Maplewood at Weston

My mother moved into Maplewood recently, in difficult circumstances. The staff took everything in stride. Delmy is turning out to be exceptionally attentive and communicative. My brother and I...

Provider response

Hello, thank you; we appreciate your feedback and positive comments. We know that moving a loved one into a senior living community can be a difficult decision, and we are honored that we were...

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SteveJL

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Maplewood at Weston

My Mother currently resides in their Memory Unit and I have to say that the care they provide is superb. The staff develops a true bond with the residents and treat them as if they were their own...

Provider response

We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback, Steve. Thank you for entrusting us with the care of your mother. We believe that while memory loss means living with certain challenges, it...

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