Assisted Living Communities in Marlborough, MA

"I liked the location and the staff seemed to be friendly. They had different clubs and activities for their seniors. They served three meals a day and offered transportation for doctors' appointments. There were a lot of rooms that were stuffed with things for extra storage."

"I visited Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook. It was large and somewhat impersonal, but it seemed pleasant and well decorated. Their dining area looked like a mid-range restaurant. "

"I went to visit Sunrise of Leominster because it was recommended at our senior center. It was a very beautiful and nice place. The woman who toured us around was wonderful. But with my mother's income, a shared room was what she would get. Their shared apartment had one big room, one smaller room, a shared small living room and also a shared small bathroom. It would have been better if there were private bathrooms for each of the shared apartments. "

AdviniaCare Northbridge, nestled at 85 Beaumont Drive in Northbridge, MA, is a mid‑sized assisted living and skilled nursing community offering 181 licensed beds—27 dedicated to assisted living and 154 to nursing care. Apartments include studio and one‑bedroom layouts, each thoughtfully designed with kitchenettes, private patios or balconies, emergency call systems, air conditioning, and garden views for resident comfort and autonomy. The community also serves a diverse population, offering services such as kosher meals, hospice care, and respite stays, with multilingual staff fluent in English, French, and Spanish Residents enjoy a vibrant mix of daily amenities that enrich both life and wellbeing. From restaurant‑style dining in elegant communal rooms to weekly seasonal cookouts, there’s always an opportunity to socialize and savor quality meals prepared by professional chefs. The on‑site beauty/barber shop, library, game and arts & crafts rooms, indoor atrium, raised garden beds, and laundry and housekeeping services all combine to foster a homelike, maintenance‑free lifestyle. Transportation, private parking, pets, and high‑speed internet further support independent living. What sets AdviniaCare Northbridge apart is its deep staffing and safety expertise, complemented by an attentive team praised for being "wonderful and helpful" and maintaining a clean, fresh environment. With a 7.5/10 rating from residents, the community’s leadership emphasizes responsive care, although some have noted room for improvement in customer relations. Safety features—including fire and smoke protocols in skilled nursing—are stringently adhered to. Nearby, residents can explore the scenic Blackstone Valley, local shops, and parks, with ample regular excursions for shopping, dining out, and cultural outings—an ideal blend of comfort, community, and convenience. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification

"I visited Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. They've been very informative and great at communication. The facility was average. I'm not crazy about the layout of it for assisted living, but the rooms themselves were a good size. The location was not a problem. It's easy to access. It had a little garden area, but other than that, it's surrounded by businesses, so there isn't much for the grounds. The layout was not what I would expect for assisted living. There were multiple floors, which I think for an elderly person could be a little bit confusing and overwhelming."

"The rooms at EPOCH of Weston were alright, but the facility is just expensive. I think a small swimming pool would be nice for us to go every day. "

"Maplewood provided a respite apartment for my father on short notice when an urgent need emerged. They provided a seamless transition incorporating him in the community with activities, care, and good food. The staff was very responsive to our questions, and attended to the safety and wellbeing of my father as he adjusted in his new home. The management team is excellent."

"I was impressed with the quality of the facility at the Residences. The guy who worked with the lighting made it very cheerful, and they were in the process of increasing the size of the facility by 30 percent. The apartment was about 500 to 600 sq. ft. The staff was very satisfactory. There were a lot of activities and a garden to maintain while getting ready for summer. They had a restaurant in the facility, and the food was better than most restaurants. "

"Scandinavian Living Center was an absolutely lovely facility. Great staff, beautiful, lots of recreational and educational opportunities, and good food. It had beautiful rooms, small, intimate settings. You name it, they have it: music, dance, games, outside speakers coming in, and community organizations that meet in the building so the seniors can participate. You basically have a little apartment with a little bit of a kitchenette, but they had communal meals too."

"My visit to Manor on the Hill was wonderful. It has a very homey and nice comfortable feel, good programs, and an adult day care program which my grandmother was attending. It was an incredibly smooth transition for her to move into the memory care unit. The facility is very nice. They have a spa and a barbershop, and a doctor, podiatrist, and nurse practitioner come to visit regularly. The staff all know each other. It was much closer to our house. "

"We didn't observe that many activities at the time of our visit in Leominster Crossings, but they were going to be doing some bowling and things like that. The place is clean and beautiful. I love their dining room. The rooms they have for their occupants are lovely. The staff is nice, helpful and friendly. We're happy with the place, we just weren't ready quite yet to take that move. However, I would recommend this place to others. "

"The grounds and interior of the building were beautifully decorated and always clean. The level paved walking path around the building encouraged outdoor walking. There are amenities like a hairdresser and laundry available. The food was tasty and nutritious, with a great range of choices. Dining felt like going to a nice restaurant. Most importantly, however, were the people at Eddy Pond West. Mark, the Executive Director was friendly, helpful, and always approachable. He went out of his way to be a support to my Dad and his wife, and to us as a family. He really went above and beyond our expectations when my father’s wife’s condition deteriorated, and her nursing care needs could no longer be met at Eddy Pond. We needed to find someplace that could meet both of their needs. Mark was able to make suggestions for other facilities, even visiting one on our behalf. The staff on the front desk, “the gatekeepers”, were kind, and dealt with the residents with warmth and caring. Kent was a particularly valuable resource. He was observant and knew what was going on with my Dad. They had a special connection because they were both navy veterans. If Dad was lost or talking about heading “home”, Kent could talk to him and re-direct him. The dining room staff were particularly wonderful. They knew both my Dad and his wife well and could guide them to their tables and take their orders. They would even provide simple alternatives like sandwiches even if the items weren’t on the menu. When we visited, we were welcome to stay for a meal, but it confused my father if he was taken away from his usual table and friends. The staff handled that situation beautifully. Nursing staff, activity staff and personal care aides were kind, helpful, and knew how to gently redirect and guide my father as his dementia progressed, and as he moved into Memory Care. Although he was only in Memory Care about a month before he moved on, we could see that the care on that floor was empathetic and compassionate. Our family would like to thank Eddy Pond for their great care and would highly recommend it to other families. "

"I've been to Brookdale Eddy Pond West in Auburn because that's where my mom was, and my dad was there for a little bit at one point too. She was there for only about a month and a half before she passed. She was in their assisted living right before Thanksgiving. She enjoyed it. They tried to get everybody involved with different activities. They had the kids come and do an outdoor Halloween costume parade. They had different kinds of things that the community would do every week. A couple of times a week they had different social events, so they certainly tried to get their members active and participating, and enjoying each other's company. I don't know if it's because they're a little understaffed with the pandemic and COVID things, but sometimes it would take a little while after she would hit her call button to get somebody there. Overall though, it was a great experience. Her room was nice, it was a good size room. It could easily fit a bed, a chair, and a TV. She also had a little kitchenette with a refrigerator and a good-sized bathroom that was easily accessible for the handicapped. It was a good enough room. The maintenance seemed good too. They had just fixed up the bathroom right before she moved in to make sure everything was operational the correct way. Everything seemed clean. The nice big cafeteria was always clean and had different options for food every day. She said that the food wasn't too bad. I think maybe there are a few meals a week that she didn't enjoy as much as the others but overall, I think it was decent. Everybody was pretty friendly. I'd say the biggest negative thing is when she passed away. It was 2 days before Thanksgiving and they had said that per the contract, I had five days to move everything out of her place or else I'd have to pay for another month or whatever it would be. I don't know but just based on it being around the holidays, it would have been a little nicer to have a little bit more leeway for me to deal with my mom passing, cleaning out her apartment, and trying to also still enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with my family as much as I could. "

"Brigham House is in a residential area, which is two blocks from my mother's house. We went in, and we enjoyed everything. We talked to the people living there, and they seemed to really like the place. There's a nice big park there, and we can wheel her out. People can come, visit, and walk through the park. The school is also right here, so you feel like there are people around. She's happy there. They put on little shows every now and then. They have people come in with music, and they have animals come and visit. They have bingo nights and a little bit of everything, which keeps her busy. My brothers have positive things to say about it and so does my mother. "