The Best Independent Living Communities in Norfolk County, MA

"Mother is in Wingate. She’s very happy there. The rooms are very nice, and the food is very good. "

Located in Brooklines Fisher Hill, a neighborhood designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted and full of history, Kiscos first senior living community in Massachusetts combines comfortable elegance and quality care with the authentic service and five-star hospitality for which Kisco Signature is known. Spacious independent and assisted living residences and memory care suites allow for a seamless continuum of care, no matter when you choose to make our community home. Youll enjoy all-inclusive services, including chef-prepared meals that meet an array of dietary needs, a robust calendar of life-enriching programs and personalized concierge services. As with all Kisco communities, your safety, peace of mind and personal needs are paramount. At The Newbury, independent living means award-winning surroundings, a complete array of bespoke amenities and the peace of mind that comes with a full continuum of care. Our residents enjoy: Spacious, maintenance-free residences with multiple floor plan options Chef-prepared dining in upscale and casual settings, with options for take-out and room service delivery 24/7 concierge and valet services Customized health and wellness programming Chauffeured transportation for appointments, personal errands, or group outings Emergency response system, emergency generator, and daily check-ins 24-hour front desk support and on-call maintenance team Assisted Living residents have access to a variety of dedicated common areas and valuable amenities, including: Exclusive dining room with multiple menu selections and everyday entrees three times daily Dedicated library, great room and activity space for Assisted Living residents Assisted Living Terrace, a central gathering space for events and celebrations Weekly housekeeping and basic laundry services Weekly scheduled transportation and planned social outings Signature Art of Living Well programming Concierge services In addition to spacious suites outfitted with a host of convenient features and the latest safety technology, our Memory Care residents enjoy a variety of included amenities and services: 24/7 security and an emergency response system with generator backup Personalized care plan that includes assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating and more Secure outdoor terrace for residents Access to a private soaking spa Multiple menu selections and everyday entrees three times daily in a dining room exclusively for Memory Care residents and their guests Weekly housekeeping and laundry services Specialized life skills activity programming daily To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification

"I was thinking about moving my mom into Allerton House because their food service is much faster. Her friend is there. They don’t wait for food, which I like. It was an older building but inice. I didn’t see too many staff members, but I haven’t heard any problems because her friend’s family seems to like it there. I was visiting someone’s room and the room was average, clean, and had nice windows. It seemed OK."

"The only reason we didn't pick The Current South Shore is that the apartment was on the fifth floor, and the porch was way bigger. It didn't have a cover, so we were wondering how we were going to shovel it and where do you put the snow when you're five stories up. The Current South Shore was actually really nice. It was brand new. It was six months old. The apartment that they showed us was a studio with a huge porch, and that was for independent living. I would give it a 3 only because right beside it was an automotive shop, and you could smell the oil if you went outside. Also, if my dad needed more help, he would lose his apartment, and he would get a smaller place. The staff member who gave the tour was wonderful, but the other person was awful. We gave them money first and then changed our mind because the other person was so bad. The place is beautiful, but one of their problems is the way the driveway is. When you come in, there's not much room. It's the way it's designed."

"Cabot Park Village was not too big. It did not feel overly institutional. It was very homey. The staff was very helpful. They talked with us for a long time and answered all our questions. The apartments looked just like regular apartments, but I liked that they were a little bigger. The food was good. They had all kinds of outings, and they also had people come in to do lectures. There were a lot of common areas for people to sit around and chat. "

"I enjoyed the tour at Cornerstone of Weymouth's independent living community. It was very enlightening for me as I wasn't sure what senior living was going to be about. The person there showed me the size of the apartments, and what was available to me as a senior living resident, and it was what I was looking for. The facilities were neat, clean, and close to other facilities in the area for shopping, entertainment, and restaurants, so I wasn't confined to just the facility itself. The people I met were all friendly. I met several of the seniors who were residents, and everybody seemed to be what I wanted. Everything that was there was what I wanted. They showed me the food facilities, the recreational facilities, and the lounging area. The apartment size was what I was looking for. I wasn't looking for a large place since I'm by myself and I can get along with very little right now. I did not sample the food, but I was given an idea of what they do. They have an almost restaurant-like facility there for food, providing breakfast, lunch, or dinner. I was most impressed by the fact that there's a $500 credit towards food every month. That takes a bit of the sting out of the cost. I appreciated the fact that it was a fairly new facility, so there weren't a lot of things that I had to be concerned about. I think it was 60 or 70 percent occupied at that point, so there's plenty of room for expansion, for personnel, and all that. It's also close to where I wanted to be."

"I joined the Maplewood at Weston community nine months ago because it offered a level of care and caring that far surpassed the other assisted living facilities I was considering. It was one of my better decision. Executive Director Bernardo has assembled a staff that is professional, responsive and knowledgeable. My apartment is well-appointed and immaculate, thanks to Housekeeping and Maintenance personnel, and it has a beautiful, off-the-balcony view of the Charles River. The Wellness staff, especially the Aides, go above and beyond by providing physical and emotional support that is rare in today's medically challenged world. There are many diverse activities offered throughout the week, and the one comment that is echoed by visitor after visitor is that Maplewood resembles a lavish, swanky hotel. Bernardo's weekly "check-in" visits make me feel as though I am a valued member of the community, and I look forward to watching how Maplewood responds to the healthcare demands of the future."

"My grandmother was a resident at Allerton House, and so we came to visit this place again when we were looking for a facility for our parents. My parents already knew this place, and they like it. They also like the location, but they have limited availability for two people, and we are looking for a place for my parents. The food was fine. The facility is really nice. The rooms were nice. "

"I highly recommend them. It is local and they are very friendly, very caring, and supportive. My mom is in memory care and our move-in experience was excellent. They were very helpful. She seems to enjoy the meals. It is very clean and they have excellent housekeeping. If there's any issue that comes up, they are very quick to call. They offer bingo, sing-alongs, and movies, too."

"I loved Emeritus. The rooms were spacious and they had a living room with a separate bedroom. I really liked how the windowsills are really deep that you could put decorations and pictures there. The rooms are very bright with big windows and it was very cheerful. Ed, the one who toured us was very patient, he didn't rush us or anything but he showed us everything and answered all our questions. The commute in going to Framingham, however was a nightmare. I would recommend this place to anybody. "

"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 time. It really seemed ideal for a certain kind of person, but we wanted to be more urban. We are New Yorkers, and it was like a resort. It's not really what we wanted. We needed it to be closer to town, that kind of thing, but the facility itself was brand new."

"Allerton House at Proprietors Green looked beautiful, was very open, and very well decorated. It has plenty of activities and it's in a great location because there's a supermarket or a restaurant within 300 yards of the facility. The staff was very welcoming and very knowledgeable. There were many staff members interacting with each other and with my brother and I. They answered all of our questions. It's very well laid out, and there are a lot of room options."

"Mom is in The Inn at Silver Lake which the assisted living part of Wingate Silver Lake. It is very good, and so far we are very pleased. The apartments are large and spacious. I think the food is very good, but my mom is not so thrilled with it. The dining room is large enough, and it is fine. They have all the typical activities that you find in an assisted living place. "

"I researched the property myself. Upon my findings I found that the facility was very clean, the staff was very helpful and cheery. The marketing director very nice and made me feel right at home, she brought me a glass of wine. I could not believe the dining room was beautiful. I only had one concern was I have family that visits me with their kids. I did not see a place where we could visit together. "