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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in South Boston, MA

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If your loved one needs memory care in South Boston, A Place for Mom can help. With 63 memory care facilities in South Boston, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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Compass on the Bay

1380 Columbia Road, South Boston, MA 02127

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Compass on the Bay and there staff have been a blessing in my mother's life and in our lives. My mother is so happy to be part of their Community. Compass just had a celebration luncheon for my mother. ...

Provides: Memory Care
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Compass on the Bay is a state-of-the-art Memory Support Assisted Living community offering research-based treatment programming for those with varying levels of memory loss, including Mild Cognitive Impairment (early memory loss) and diagnosed Alzheimer's disease in a comfortable dignified...

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Atria Marina Place

Four Seaport Drive, Quincy, MA 02171

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9.5
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70 reviews

Highly recommend this memory care unit. The staff are compassionate, caring, attentive and very professional. They are always available to answer questions and concerns. It is a very happy atmosphere which...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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At Atria Marina Place, you'll find a welcoming senior community just 10 minutes from Boston on the seaside enclave of Marina Bay. Invite friends and family to enjoy the fresh breeze coming from the water or participate in one of more than 250 monthly activities.Atria Marina Place offers a choice...

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Brookdale Quincy Bay

99 Brackett Street, Quincy, MA 02169

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9.3
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78 reviews

The best thing would be the staff, super friendly and inviting. Wishlist item would be that they had the ability provide care for memory impaired residents. I think the food is never great at any of these...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Welcome to the Good LifeIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores for scenic views of Quincy Bay and the breathtaking Boston skyline, our independent and assisted living community is the place for you. You can enjoy all the conveniences of the city without sacrificing the...

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Allerton House Weymouth

43 School House Rd, Weymouth, MA 02188

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9.2
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18 reviews

Staff are wonderful and attentive always checking i. With my mother and alerting me when they have concerns It is beautifully kept up and I liked the smaller feeling of the facility. We looked at larger...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Allerton House Weymouth provides pleasant, private apartments and a host of personal services, which emphasize independence, dignity and well-being. Help is available 24 hours a day. We offer: Choice of studio, 1 or 2 bedroom apartments Help with personal care: bathing, dressing, etc. is...

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Evans Park At Newton Corner

430 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458

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9.2
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50 reviews

I made the right decision coming to live at Evan Park, the staff is caring. The food is delicious the activities is wonderful. I highly recommend this place to your loved ones.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Evans Park at Newton Corner in Newton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and from doctor’s...

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Sunrise of Braintree

618 Granite Street, Braintree, MA 02184

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50 reviews

It was relatively close to my home and I was reassured that they could handle my mothers level of care. They could not and I moved her.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Sunrise of Braintree is located minutes from Route 128, Interstate 93 and Route 1, just minutes from South Shore Plaza. Our beautifully maintained Victorian-style Mansion was built in 2007 and is set back from the road to provide a peaceful environment, surrounded by lush landscaping, green...

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The Residence at Boylston Place

615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

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9.0
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20 reviews

We chose The Residence at Boylston Place because of the familiar location and nearby for me, the responsible person for my friend; easy walk to lots of stores and restaurants; newly redecorated; seemed...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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The Residence at Boylston Place is a senior living community that provides traditional assisted living with security and every opportunity for a full, enriching life. The Residence at Boylston Place is located in one of Massachusetts' most exclusive and picturesque towns and offers a lifestyle...

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Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle

50 Sutherland Rd, Brighton, MA 02135

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8.9
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21 reviews

They were great until my sister got sicker. They did their best but the cost got very high. My sister died there in hospice care The staff are all very nice and try their best.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Benchmark Senior Living at Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in Brighton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or...

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Scandinavian Living Center

206 Waltham St, West Newton, MA 02465

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5 reviews

It is a small community (only about 35 residents) so it's easy for everyone to get to know everyone. Also easy for the staff to get to know each of the residents very well. Their dining experiences very...

Provides: Assisted Living

The Scandinavian Living Center, open to all nationalities, is a non-profit community set on three beautiful acres in a lovely residential area near Boston. With only forty apartments, its small size and bright space promote a warm and intimate family-like atmosphere where residents enjoy the...

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Sunrise of Newton

431 Washington St., Newton, MA 02458

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8.8
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36 reviews

My mother was very hesitant about staying at Newton Sunrise Senior Living, she was so happy she did. She had a wonderful experience during her respite stay and is looking forward to my taking another...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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At Sunrise of Newton, you will enjoy living in the lively suburban neighborhood of Newton Corner, just 20 minutes from downtown Boston, and with a unique car courtyard featuring ample visitor parking. Our community is also conveniently situated within easy reach of I-90 for excursions to the...

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Holiday Maplewood Place

295 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148

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8.8
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77 reviews

The staff at Atria Maplewood Place were absolutely outstanding. They treated my mother like family, they all knew her by name and knew how to specifically help her with her needs. The room size was just...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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At Atria Maplewood Place, you'll find a friendly, family-like environment in a peaceful New England town. Residents are close to shopping, the theater, movies, places of worship and Revere Beach. Atria Maplewood Place combines the convenience of city life with the comforts of country living.Atria...

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The Residence at Watertown Square

20 Summer St, Watertown, MA 02472

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8.7
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23 reviews

My mother has been frustrated with the food. There are not enough green vegetables and the kitchen runs out of certain items on a regular basis.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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We are located in the heart of historic Watertown, steps from the Charles River and an easy proximity to shopping, houses of worship, recreation and the many cultural attractions that the area offers. We serve the communities surrounding us including Belmont, Newton, Waltham and Cambridge.The...

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Standish Village

1190 Adams Street, Boston, MA 02124

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8.6
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23 reviews

the staff is caring, and engaging with the residents. The chef and wait staff understand allergies and go out of their way to accommodate. However, the weekly cleaning isn't always as hoped

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Standish Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle, offering both assisted living and a secure Compass Memory Support Neighborhood®. The community features 85 lovely rental apartments, comfortable community rooms, and calming outdoor spaces including two ground floor...

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Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community

352 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115

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9 reviews

5 across the board- The staff are all very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, my mom needs memory care now and we have to move her. I wish she could have stayed at SB longer.

Provides: Assisted Living
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Located just minutes from Symphony Hall, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, residents of the Susan Bailis Assisted Living Community live in the heart of Boston's thriving cultural and entertainment world. Convenient to nearby shopping, restaurants, and a host of...

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Rogerson House

434 Jamaica Way, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

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10 reviews

I would and I do highly recommend Rogerson House to friends. It's not for everyone, of course, as it is only for memory care, but for those with dementia who are comfortable living with others, it is a...

Provides: Memory Care

Originally opened as the Boston Alzheimer’s Center in 1997, Rogerson House was the first community in the Boston area to provide care exclusively to individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. Rogerson House continues to be recognized as both a pioneer and leader in the...

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The Atrium at Faxon Woods

2003 Falls Boulevard, Quincy, MA 02169

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33 reviews

It's early yet and my mom is having a tough time adjusting, but so far I am happy with the Atrium. Staff seems very involved and interacting with residents from the top down. [name removed] dressed as a...

Provides: Memory Care
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The Atrium at Faxon Woods is an assisted living residence designed exclusively to serving the needs of individuals with memory loss. Our goal, in everything we do, is to create an environment that feels safe and familiar, empowering and fulfilling. Each detail of our unique, single story...

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Youville House

1573 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02138

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5 reviews

I am very glad to be here. It would be better if there were more opportunities to interact with younger people on a regular basis. One thing I miss is interesting discussions about current events. I do enjoy...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Youville House in Cambridge is an urban oasis just minutes from Harvard and Inman Square. Residents enjoy active lifestyles; some continue to work or travel while others enjoy on-site concerts and lectures.Youville House offers the perfect balance of services and support to assist residents in...

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Allerton House at Hingham

15 Condito Road, Hingham, MA 02043

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16 reviews

My friend recently moved in to Allerton House. I am so impressed with the level of care. The PT, and the OT have improved my friends quality of life. She loves meal time and socializing with her table...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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We offer the comfort of a country estate near Hingham Harbor, buffered by white birches and wild meadows. Residents can enjoy a comfortable chair on our wrap around porch, or take a brisk walk along our extensive paths. At Allerton House, we offer a comprehensive array of housing, hospitality and...

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Adelaide of Newton Centre

157 Herrick Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459

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8.0
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6 reviews

It's one of the better places available but it is extremely expensive and not sure the high price is worth the level of care.

Provides: Memory Care
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Edelweiss Village

2220 Centre Street, West Roxbury, MA 02132

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5 reviews

to anybody interested in the yellow vice Village you will be extremely happy and comfortable with everything about this place ! The staff is really special. The residence are so sweet and I am in my glory...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living

Edelweiss Village, one of Boston’s premiere senior living communities, provides residents with opportunities to enjoy an active, healthy, and social lifestyle. Here you will find an exceptional level of assisted living senior care. Welcoming all faiths and backgrounds, residents enjoy delicious...

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Sunrise of Arlington

1395 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476

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39 reviews

I would recommend, but like most places they have a staffing issue that needs to be addressed. I picked this community because of the location.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Positioned to enjoy the greenery & peacefulness of the Lexington Bike Path on one side and the bustling in-town location of Massachusetts Ave. on the other side, Sunrise of Arlington has the best of both worlds under one roof. Our community is perfect for the resident who prefers an urban...

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The Residence at Melrose Station

158 Essex Street, Melrose, MA 02176

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22 reviews

Choosing a place for my father-in-law to live when he could no longer stay at home was not an easy task. On paper and during telephone interviews, most facilities appear to have what is needed. However,...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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The Residence at Melrose Station opened the summer of 2017 and offers 65 up-scale rental apartment homes that may be for either Independent (retirement) or Assisted Living, or a combination of both as there is no delineation between apartments. If one is Independent Living, for instance and...

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Charter Senior Living of Dedham

391 Common St, Dedham, MA 02026

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7.0
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43 reviews

MY MOTHER IS HAPPY THERE. THE STAFF IS VERY FRIENDLY. UPPER MANAGEMENT IS EXTREMELY EASY TO DEAL WITH AND AS HELPFUL. I MOVED MY MOTHER FROM ANOTHER ASSISTED LIVING BECAUSE OF NASTY CONDITIONS AND POOR...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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The Linden at Dedham is nestled in an inviting green country setting in a quiet wooded area conveniently located off of Route 95. Although we are not the “shiny penny” in our market, we offer all the comforts of home with unparalleled nursing care, coupled with longevity amongst its staff. As a...

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Brigham House

341 Mt Auburn Street, Watertown, MA 02472

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9 reviews

Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her...

Provides: Assisted Living
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Brigham House is an affordable assisted living residence located in Watertown, MA about 10 minutes from downtown Boston. Situated near Watertown Square, Brigham House was born out of the restoration of a historic schoolhouse. Renovated in 2002, the house offers 62 apartments and features a staff...

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Cadbury Commons

66 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02140

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6.5
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16 reviews

I used A Place for Mom to research assisted living facilities for myself. They were very helpful in making contacts and arranging calls for information. I moved to Cadbury Commons in North Cambridge in...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living

Cadbury Commons is a family owned and operated Assisted Living Community located across from Denehey Park in Cambridge, MA.  Seniors choose Cadbury as a residence that provides an independent lifestyle.  Assisted Living services are offered to foster that independence, not remove...

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Cost of memory care in South Boston, MA

The average cost of senior living in South Boston is 7,181 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millis-Clicquot, MA with an average of 6,801 per month.

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 Memory care supports the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care communities provide enhanced security, dementia therapies, and spaces designed to prevent wandering. Services in memory care facilities often include:

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Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and The Residence at Cedar Dell are the top-rated memory care facilities near South Boston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 63 memory care facilities near South Boston, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in South Boston, Massachusetts are Atria Marina Place. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 63 memory care facilities near you in South Boston, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in South Boston, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

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The cost of memory care facilities in South Boston, Massachusetts ranges from $6,033 to $9,268. The average Memory Care cost in South Boston, Massachusetts is 7,181. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in South Boston, Massachusetts typically starts at $6,033. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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