The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Needham, MA for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Needham, MA

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Wingate Residences at Needham

Provides: Memory Care
235 Gould Street, Needham, MA 02494
"The Residences at Wingate, locally owned and operated, provides expert care and services, physical assistance, emotional support, and social and mental stimulation that have become synonymous with..." More

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Avita of Needham

Provides: Memory Care
880 Greendale Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
"My mom is at Avita of Needham. The main reason why we chose them is the proximity to the family. I like the cleanliness, and I like the size of each village. There are four quads, and she is in one..." More

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Wingate Healthcare

Provides: Memory Care
63 Kendrick Street, Needham, MA 02494
"Wingate Healthcare was formed 22 years ago to meet the challenges facing the senior long term care industry. Based in Needham, MA, Wingate currently operates 19 state-of-the-art skilled nursing..." More

Briarwood Rehabilitation & Healthcar...

Provides: Memory Care
150 Lincoln Street, Needham, MA 02492
"My relative stayed at this facility for almost 18 months. Some of the nurses were very friendly and capable. Then turnover occurred and my relative's care declined sharply. I mentioned my concern..." More

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Maplewood at Weston

Provides: Memory Care
99 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
"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..." More

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Caring Star 2014

Brookdale Cushing Park

Provides: Memory Care
300 West Farm Pond Road, Framingham, MA 01702
"My mother is in memory care at Brookdale Cushing Park. The services are pretty good and they provide everything I need. The people in the memory care portion seem to be very attentive and they make..." More

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Caring Star 2022

Atria Marina Place

Provides: Memory Care
Four Seaport Drive, North Quincy, MA 02171
"My wife moved into Atria Marina Place. I think they're all very, very good. Excellent. The most I like is their honesty with me with what's going on, but I wish they were more honest with me. I..." More

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Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Cr...

Provides: Memory Care
126 Smith Street, Waltham, MA 02451
"I am so appreciative of the great care that the Harbor (Memory care) staff are giving my husband. Their patience, kindness, and gentle ways have reduced his difficult behavior which have led to him..." More

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Caring Star 2020

New Pond Village

Provides: Memory Care
180 Main Street, Walpole, MA 02081
"My aunt moved into New Pond Village. We liked the facility itself, as well as the staff and the pricing was within range. The staff during the tour was wonderful. She actually was a deciding factor..." More

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Caring Star 2022

Mary Ann Morse at Heritage

Provides: Memory Care
747 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701
"Mary Ann Morse is a little old and worn looking, but very homey, and clearly everybody loves being there. There were lots of activities going on. In the memory unit, they were really engaged in a..." More

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Caring Star 2015

Sunrise of Wayland

Provides: Memory Care
285 Commonwealth Road, Wayland, MA 01778
"Focusing on your unique needs and preferences, Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care. With us, you can expect consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence based..." More

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Caring Star 2013

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle

Provides: Memory Care
50 Sutherland Road, Brighton, MA 02135
"Chestnut Park provides residents with personalized service plans tailored to meet their unique needs. Assistance with personal care, housekeeping, 24-hour staff, three meals daily and a wide range..." More

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Evans Park at Newton Corner

Provides: Memory Care
430 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
"Located in Newton, Massachusetts, Evans Park meets the unique needs of residents with personalized service plans that include assistance with personal care, housekeeping, 24-hour staff, and three..." More

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The Residence at Watertown Square

Provides: Memory Care
20 Summer Street, Watertown, MA 02472
"We visited The Residence at Watertown Square for our friend and we were only there for the tour and it was impressive. It's seems like it was well planned, and they have a beautiful setting. It's..." More

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Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree

Provides: Memory Care
40 Clapboardtree Street, Norwood, MA 02062
"I toured Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree. It's a very nice place, but they didn't have an opening for my mother and father to live together, which is a very big part of it. They've been..." More

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Providence House Assisted Living

Provides: Memory Care
180 Corey Rd, Brighton, MA 02135
" From the moment you step into Providence House Assisted Living, you’ll feel right at home. Our inviting common areas provide comfortable places to gather with friends and neighbors, relax with..." More

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The Residence at Valley Farm

Provides: Memory Care
369 Pond Street, Ashland, MA 01721
"Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people..." More

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Wingate Residences at Weston

Provides: Memory Care
75 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
"EPOCH of Weston is a magnificent facility. The staff was wonderful and they are very caring. All the residents seemed very happy there and they feel very safe. They have people come in and do..." More

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Caring Star 2013

Sunrise of Arlington MA

Provides: Memory Care
1395 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476
"Focusing on your unique needs and preferences, Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care. With us, you can expect consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence based..." More

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Adelaide of Newton Centre

Provides: Memory Care
157 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459
"My family member has been there for a year. Not only is the facility beautiful but the staff is thoughtful, caring, and tries very hard to work within the limits of each resident. I had serious..." More

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Sunrise of Norwood

Provides: Memory Care
86 Saunders Road, Norwood, MA 02062
"Focusing on your unique needs and preferences, Sunrise Senior Living takes a holistic approach to senior care. With us, you can expect consistent yet individualized care rooted in evidence based..." More

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The Falls at Cordingly Dam

Provides: Memory Care
2300 Washington Street, Newton Lower Falls, MA ...
"The staff at The Falls Cordingly Dam is great. They're friendly, nice, and competent. They have three meals a day, and that's in the afternoon, and the food seems to be very good. From what I've..." More

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The Residence at Boylston Place

Provides: Memory Care
615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
"Imagine having more time to do the things that make you happy: catching up on the best-seller list, getting out to the theater with friends, learning a new language or just relaxing with the people..." More

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Sunrise of Newton

Provides: Memory Care
431 Washington Street, Newton, MA 02458
"We will offer seniors a highly personalized approach to assisted living and memory care, delivered by our experienced team of caregivers. We will have 85 suites available, serving up to 108..." More

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Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood

Provides: Memory Care
140 University Avenue, Westwood, MA 02090
"My mother-in law was in The Bridges for a couple of weeks before she passed away. It's brand new. They were wonderful, the staff was phenomenal, always willing to help us out with anything, and the..." More

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Caring Star 2013

Traditions of Dedham

Provides: Memory Care
735 Washington Street, Dedham, MA 02026
"Welcome to Traditions of Dedham, a stunning senior community with classic New England-style finishes. Nestled on beautiful grounds with easy access to downtown Dedham and Route 128, Traditions..." More

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The Residence at Paine Estates

Provides: Memory Care
10 Green Way, Wayland, MA 01778
"Traditions of Wayland, is on the magnificent grounds of the former Paine Estate, which has been home to families who have delighted in the peaceful woods and exquisite views of the Sudbury River..." More

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Rogerson House

Provides: Memory Care
434 Jamaicaway, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
"An icon of the Jamaica Plain care community, Rogerson House is conveniently located across from Jamaica Pond on three acres of greenery and gardens, easy for our residents’ families to get to and..." More

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The Linden at Dedham

Provides: Memory Care
391 Common St, Dedham, MA 02026
"I chose The Linden at Dedham for my mother because it was highly recommended. It was small and beautiful. The staff is amazing; they're very attentive and helpful. She has a standard, big studio..." More

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Brightview Arlington

Provides: Memory Care
1 Symmes Road, Arlington, MA 02474
"My mother-in-law just moved in at Brightview Arlington yesterday. She gets 5 hours of additional care a week, and we're getting help with her medication, and trying to socialize her. They have a..." More

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Landmark at Longwood

Provides: Memory Care
63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120
"Landmark is an ideal retirement home for anyone seeking assisted living and memory care services in a spectacular location at an affordable rate. We are nestled atop a scenic hill within the New..." More

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Carriage House at Lee’s Farm

Provides: Memory Care
134 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA 01778
"This is a very active, caring, clean facility with a great nursing staff who give compassion care, and are easily accessible by phone, which is key since we live out of state. It has a very..." More

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Bethany Health Care Center

Provides: Memory Care
97 Bethany Road , Framingham, MA 01701
"I found Bethany Health Care Center for my friend, and she has moved in. We chose it because of the caring nature of the nursing and ancillary staff, as well as the unit that she is on. It's a..." More

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Brightview Canton

Provides: Memory Care
125 Turnpike St., Canton, MA 02021
" Conveniently located in Canton, Massachusetts, Brightview Canton features Independent Living apartments on a monthly rental basis with no large entrance fee. The all-inclusive monthly fee..." More

St. Patrick's Manor - Memory Care

Provides: Memory Care
863 Central Street, Framingham, MA 01701
"My wife has been a resident of St. Patrick's Manor for more than a year and I have nothing but admiration for the work they do, from my initial contact with the admissions director (One special..." More

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Cadbury Commons

Provides: Memory Care
66 Sherman Street , Cambridge, MA 02140
"As People age, their needs often change. At Cadbury Commons, we offer a vibrant, active environment for Seniors who like the security of knowing help is always nearby while maintaining..." More

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Newton Wellesley Center For Alzheimer...

Provides: Memory Care
694 Worcester Rd, Wellesley, MA 02482
"We placed my mother-in-law in Newton & Wellesley. They have specialized care for dementia and Alzheimer's patients, and I think that they are terrific. It is just what she needs, and she's..." More

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White Oak Cottages

Provides: Memory Care
6 Longwood Dr, Westwood, MA 02090
"White Oak Cottages was very nice. The doors are locked from the inside so the residents can't wander. They have a lot of staff on board and you know the people are going to be watched on a regular..." More

Casa de Ramana

Provides: Memory Care
485 Franklin Street, Framingham, MA 01702
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    What to Consider About Memory Care in Needham

    Needham, Massachusetts, is a safe, family-friendly suburb of Boston. The state of Massachusetts indicates that over 130,000 of its residents have been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Needham, with a population of 29,000, has 5,500 seniors aged 65 and older, a population with many vulnerable to memory care conditions. To care for those with dementia and Alzheimer's, Needham has over two dozen memory care facilities. 

    Memory care facilities in Needham, as in all of Massachusetts, can either be separate wings of an assisted living campus or a facility devoted entirely to memory care. Stand-alone memory care facilities are referred to as dementia special care units (DSCUs). Other memory care facilities attached to assisted living communities are called special care residences (SCRs). 

    • Weather in Needham means cold winters with plenty of snow; temperatures can regularly drop into the teens in January. Seniors in memory care with certain health conditions may be uncomfortable. Summers are warm and not overly hot, with July averages in the low 80s, which may bring relief to those sensitive to high heat. 
    • Massachusetts does not levy a state income tax on Social Security income. This may make budgeting for memory care easier for residents and their families. 
    • Needham, 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.
    • Needham's cost of living is nearly 2.5 times the national average, with high housing costs making this number so high. Housing, at over four times the rest of the country, may cause the operational costs for memory care facilities to increase, something that families on a budget may need to consider. 


    Paying for Memory Care in Needham

    Average Monthly Costs

    Cities in Massachusetts

    $8,820.00 Dedham
    $8,715.00 Westwood
    $8,552.00 Newton
    $7,745.00 Needham
    $7,717.00 Norwood
    $6,530.00 Brighton
    $5,747.00 US
    $5,220.00 Waltham

    Memory Care costs in Needham start around $7,745 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.

    It’s important to note that memory care rates in Needham 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 Memory Care in Needham

    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 Needham

    Needham 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 Needham, please visit our Memory Care in Massachusetts page.

    Directory of Winners in the Needham Area


    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Needham

    Needham-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.

    Memory Care near Needham, MA

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Needham

    • Review of Avita of Needham

      My mil was here for 1.5 years for us it was a nightmare. Which is too bad because the place itself is really nice! The sales staff promises you the world. Then no where to be found if there’s an ... Read more

      cinziao
    • Review of Avita of Needham

      SUMMARY * ROOMS-- safety issues: no call button/pendants. no shower seat or grab bars * ACTIVITIES-- none on the weekends and exercise is not daily. Over-reliance on TV watching. * HYGIE... Read more

      RKasischke
    • Review of Avita of Needham

      My mom is at Avita of Needham. The main reason why we chose them is the proximity to the family. I like the cleanliness, and I like the size of each village. There are four quads, and she is in one... Read more

      Walter
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