Best Assisted Living in Boston, Massachusetts
6 communities found
Boston offers 6 assisted living communities, all residential in style, with an average rating of 4.3 drawn from 177 reviews across the 6 rated communities. One community reports a size of 133 units, though size details are not available for the others. No pricing or Medicaid acceptance figures are published for this city.
- 6communities
- 4.5average rating, 6 rated
- 137family reviews read
From $7,100/moCompass on the Bay Memory Care Assisted Living
Boston, Massachusetts
5(18)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Standish Village Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support Community
Boston, Massachusetts
4.8(32)
Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care
Hale House
Boston, Massachusetts
5(9)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rogerson House Memory Care Assisted Living & Day Program
Boston, Massachusetts
4.4(19)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Susan S Bailis Assisted Living
Boston, Massachusetts
4.4(9)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
German Centre Home
Boston, Massachusetts
3.2(50)
Assisted LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated assisted living in Boston
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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Compass on the Bay Memory Care Assisted Living
5 (18 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Compass on the Bay is a memory-care-only assisted living community in South Boston that holds a 5.0 average rating from 18 Google reviewers, though no detailed review comments were provided. The community's own…
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Standish Village Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support Community
4.8 (32 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care
Standish Village holds a 4.7 Google rating from 31 reviews and is known for dementia care accreditation and LGBTQ+ inclusivity certification in a converted historic mill building.
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5 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Hale House averages 5 stars on Google, with an emphasis on on-site licensed medical care and a homelike setting for seniors with chronic or serious illnesses.
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Rogerson House Memory Care Assisted Living & Day Program
4.4 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Rogerson House holds a 4.4 rating from 19 Google reviews, suggesting general satisfaction, though detailed written feedback was not provided.
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Susan S Bailis Assisted Living
4.4 (9 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
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3.2 (50 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 133 units
German Centre Home's 3.2 rating reflects a split between families praising attentive nursing staff and others describing neglect, including unanswered call buttons and dehydration.
What families say about assisted living in Boston
Counted across the review summaries of 6 Boston communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often praise caring, attentive staff, noted by 67% of the 6 communities, along with food and dining and activities and social life, each mentioned by 50%. The main concerns are communication with families, raised in 83% of communities, and cost and billing, cited by 67%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 83%
- Activities and social life 50%
- Building and grounds 50%
- Memory care 50%
- Food and dining 33%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 83%
- Cost and billing 67%
- Staff attitude 17%
- Staffing levels and turnover 17%
“My sister-in-law has been given amazing care for the last seven years by the staff, and beyond that, two of Rogerson’s great successes have been engaging her in group exercises activities and helping her remain socially engaged.”
“Compass on the Bay was amazing to work with! Caity made the planning process smooth and stress-free, and the staff was so welcoming and supportive. The space is inviting and everything was set up perfectly for a successful event. Highly recommend!”
Assisted Living in Boston: the figures
- •Most common amenities: wheelchair accessible (6), private rooms (6), social activities (6), housekeeping (6), medication management (6), emergency call system (6).
How families pay for assisted living in Massachusetts
Most families in Massachusetts pay for assisted living, memory care, or independent living out of pocket at first, drawing on savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Long-term care insurance, when a family has a policy in place, can help cover part of the monthly cost, though the amount and terms depend on the specific policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps offset the cost of care for those who meet the eligibility rules. It helps to ask a community directly which payment types they accept and how costs may change if care needs increase over time.
The full picture for the state: Assisted Living in Massachusetts.
Assisted Living near Boston
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookline1.7 mi | 11 | 4.8 / 5 | 1.7 mi |
| Dorchester2.8 mi | 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.8 mi |
| Cambridge4 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 4 mi |
| Milton5.5 mi | 6 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.5 mi |
| Newton5.7 mi | 17 | 4.5 / 5 | 5.7 mi |
| Chelsea6 mi | 12 | 3.9 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Dedham6.4 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 6.4 mi |
| Needham6.7 mi | 22 | 4.6 / 5 | 6.7 mi |
All of Massachusetts: Assisted Living in Massachusetts. Closer to home? Compare assisted living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 6 communities listed in Boston, 137 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 25, 2026.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Boston ask about.
- Home Care in Massachusetts: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- Nursing Home vs. Assisted Living: Which Level of Care Does Your Loved One Actually Need?
- Signs It Is Time to Move From Home Care to Assisted Living
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Assisted Living in Boston: Common Questions
How many assisted living communities are in Boston, Massachusetts?
MyLivingChoice lists 6 assisted living communities in Boston, Massachusetts, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which assisted living communities in Boston are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Compass on the Bay Memory Care Assisted Living (5★, 18 ratings), Hale House (5★, 9 ratings), Standish Village Assisted Living & Compass Memory Support Community (4.8★, 32 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Boston?
Beyond assisted living, Boston has skilled nursing / long term care (14 communities), independent living (6 communities), memory care (5 communities), at-home care (4 communities), home health (4 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate assisted living in Boston?
Families rate Boston assisted living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 137 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Boston assisted living communities?
Across the review summaries of 6 Boston communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 83%), activities and social life (mentioned for 50%), building and grounds (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are communication with families (83%), cost and billing (67%), staff attitude (17%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Boston bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
