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Caring Stars Winner
Sunrise of Arlington MA
1395 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476
"I like everything about Sunrise of Arlington. Everything about this facility is perfect. It is immaculately clean. The...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$9,789
Assisted Living Communities in Arlington, MA
Our comprehensive listings and ...
authentic reviews in Arlington, MA below include 130 Assisted Living facilities with 2029 reviews. On average in Arlington, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.0 out of 5 stars.
To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Arlington, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
130 Providers
The Gables at Winchester
299 Cambridge St, Winchester, MA 01890
"The Gables was just right off the street from me. It was lovely. The one whom I toured the place with was very nice. The...
Assisted Living
$3,050
Brigham House
341 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472
"My father has been in Brigham House for about a week now. It's just perfect, and they are incredibly helpful. I was...
Assisted Living
$5,900
Evans Park at Newton Corner
430 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
"I went to see Evans Park, and I liked this very much as well. The parking wasn’t quite as easy, but the staff was also...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$9,505
Sunrise of Newton
431 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02458
"I visited Sunrise of Newton for my parents, and the facilities were just very pleasing. If you went there because you...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$9,090
The Delaney at the Vale
20 Hill Street, Woburn, MA 01801
"The Delaney at the Vale wasn't right for us, but it was a fine facility. The staff was very helpful and spent a lot of...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$8,000
Providence House Assisted Living
180 Corey Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
"I was able to visit Providence House, and the experience was very positive. It has a steel feel to it. No frills. I met...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,995
Scandinavian Living Center
206 Waltham St, West Newton, MA 02465
"Scandinavian Living Center was an absolutely lovely facility. Great staff, beautiful, lots of recreational and...
Assisted Living
$7,800
Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
126 Smith Street, Waltham, MA 02451
"My visit with Waltham Crossings was very good. It seemed like a nice facility. They were very friendly. They gave my...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,010
Caring Stars Winner
Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
50 Sutherland Road, Brighton, MA 02135
"I saw Chestnut Park. I loved their unit, but it’s more expensive than we could manage. They do not have a nursing home...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$8,080
Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn
1 Cedar Street, Woburn, MA 01801
"My father was at Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn for respite, and they were great. I talked to probably ten different...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$9,145
Caring Stars Winner
Atria Longmeadow Place
42 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803
"The residents at Atria Longmeadow Place are all very friendly. I've eaten there a couple of times and in the eating...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$6,895
Sunrise of Burlington MA
24 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803
"My father has been in Sunrise of Burlington, MA since March. The place is really nice and well kept. We ate at their...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,992
The Newbury of Brookline
123 Fisher Avenue, Brookline, MA 02445
Located in Brooklines Fisher Hill, a neighborhood designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted and full...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$10,500
Susan Bailis Assisted Living
352 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
"My mother-in-law moved into Susan Bailis Assisted Living. The facility is bright and welcoming. The people are very...
Assisted Living
$6,488
Prospect House
420 Reservoir Avenue, Revere, MA 02151
"My mom has lived at Prospect House for a few years now and she absolutely loves being there! She use to be a stay to...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$5,148
Maplewood at Weston
99 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
"Spacious, clean, beautiful rooms. The residents and staff are wonderful here. The staff at Weston are very helpful and...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living+1
$11,400
Wingate Residences at Weston
75 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
"I recommend Epoch of Weston very, very highly. And I can’t say enough to thank the excellent folks in Rehab Unit. It...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$6,995
The Falls at Cordingly Dam
2300 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
"I never dreamed I would feel my mother so "held" by all of the staff at The Falls. Every request we make is filled...
Assisted LivingMemory Care
$12,850
Sophia Snow Place
1205-1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132
"Sophia Snow Place is all inclusive, so Mom has assistance with anything she needs. She has meal choices, 3 times a day...
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$6,267
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Assisted Living
Nancy Prescott
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Arlington MA
My friends unit is lovely and overlooks the bike path. The food is delicious. Juan does an outstanding job. The staff is kind and welcoming.
Provider response
Hi Nancy! Thank you for the wonderful things you said about Sunrise of Arlington. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review!
Assisted Living
Reviewer#RD1109w
4.0
Review of Sunrise of Arlington MA
What I liked about Sunrise of Arlington MA was the proximity to where I live. But I didn't see my uncle living there. I can't quite put my finger on it, but I didn't think it would be for him. They...
Provider response
Hi, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Arlington. We would be pleased to...
Assisted Living
Scott
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Arlington MA
The activities that Sunrise of Arlington MA offers are superior. My mother was actually very interested in moving in there. The appearance of the place is really fabulous. It has a very tranquil...
Provider response
Hi Scott, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Arlington MA. We would be...
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Arlington, MA and Nearby Cities
Woburn
$6,431
Arlington
$6,110
Watertown
$5,552
Winchester
$5,250
US
$4,000
Waltham
$3,545
Paying for Assisted Living in Arlington
Assisted Living costs in Arlington start around $6,110 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Arlington 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.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Arlington
Services in an ALF in Arlington are covered by the Medicaid State Plan program and the Money Follows the Person Residential Supports Waiver program. The program covers personal care, nursing and oversight. To help with room and board, the state also has an optional state supplement (OSS) that is added to the federal Supplemental Security Income payment (SSI).
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted Living in Massachusetts page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Arlington
Arlington and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living 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 assisted living resources in Arlington, please visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Arlington
Arlington-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Massachusetts are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page for more information about these laws.
