Best Senior Living in Lexington, Massachusetts
7 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior care options in Lexington: 7 communities and 2 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 307 public reviews.
- 9options listed
- 4.4average rating, 8 rated
- 307family reviews read
- 0small homes, 10 or fewer
Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington
Lexington, Massachusetts
4.9(33)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Waterstone of Lexington
Lexington, Massachusetts
4.8(31)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care
Youville Place
Lexington, Massachusetts
4.8(19)
Assisted Living
Artis Senior Living of Lexington
Lexington, Massachusetts
4.6(35)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Brookhaven At Lexington
Lexington, Massachusetts
4.5(44)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Care One At Lexington
Lexington, Massachusetts
3.6(102)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Pine Knoll Nursing Center
Lexington, Massachusetts
3.3(18)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Lexington
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
- 1
4.9 (33 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Families rate Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington very highly on Google, but no detailed reviews or amenity information were provided to describe specific experiences.
- 2
4.8 (31 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care· 40 units
Waterstone at Lexington is an independent and assisted living community adjacent to the Belmont Country Club, with a high aggregate Google rating (4.8 from 33 reviews) though no individual review text was provided to…
- 3
4.8 (19 reviews)· Assisted Living· 95 units
Families consistently describe Youville Place as a warm, well-maintained community where parents have thrived, formed friendships, and received attentive care. Reviewers especially highlight the on-site chapel and daily…
- 4
Artis Senior Living of Lexington
4.6 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Families of residents in memory care and assisted living at Artis of Lexington report a caring, close-knit staff who know residents by name and go out of their way to help. The community is designed for memory care with…
- 5
4.5 (44 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 49 units
Reviewers describe Brookhaven at Lexington as a well-appointed nonprofit Life Care community with strong amenities, clean grounds, and helpful staff, though a few families found the waitlist long and the administrative…
- 6
3.6 (102 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 211 units
Families of long-term residents in the Munroe unit describe consistent, compassionate caregivers and a clean environment, with several reviewers praising the same staff members by name over months or years of care. One…
- 7
3.3 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 81 units
Most reviewers describe Pine Knoll as a small, home-like nursing center where CNAs and nursing staff go out of their way to care for residents, including helping with rehabilitation and daily needs. A few families report…
What families say about senior living in Lexington
Counted across the review summaries of 8 Lexington communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 75%
- Building and grounds 63%
- Medical and nursing care 50%
- Activities and social life 38%
- Cleanliness 25%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 38%
- Communication with families 38%
- Cost and billing 25%
- Staffing levels and turnover 13%
“After visiting several memory care places I choose Artis of Lexington and I’m so glad I did! Wonderful home like atmosphere. Staff is so great with the patients. Amazing activities director. From the front desk to the directors you can expect a happy greeting everyday .”
“I have visited my friend many times at the Residence. Staff are very welcoming. The facility seems to be updated and kept in good condition. The care appears to be good. I’m very impressed. This place is so full of love.”
“Katrina DiMarino was excellent to me and my mom as we went through the decision making process regarding Waterstone at Lexington.”
Senior Living in Lexington: the figures
- •Of the 5 with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60.
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (8), medication management (8), wheelchair accessible (7), gathering / activity spaces (7), housekeeping (7), social activities (7).
Senior Living near Lexington
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waltham4.2 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 4.2 mi |
| Woburn5.1 mi | 10 | 4.4 / 5 | 5.1 mi |
| Medford6 mi | 6 | 3.1 / 5 | 6 mi |
| Cambridge6.6 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 6.6 mi |
| Newton8 mi | 17 | 4.5 / 5 | 8 mi |
| Brookline8.5 mi | 11 | 4.8 / 5 | 8.5 mi |
| Wilmington9 mi | 5 | 4.3 / 5 | 9 mi |
| Wayland9.4 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 9.4 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 9 communities listed in Lexington, 307 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.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Lexington 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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Senior Living in Lexington: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Lexington, Massachusetts?
MyLivingChoice lists 9 senior living communities in Lexington, Massachusetts, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which senior living communities in Lexington are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Excelled Care (5★, 23 ratings), Bridges by EPOCH at Lexington (4.9★, 33 ratings), Waterstone of Lexington (4.8★, 31 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Lexington?
Beyond senior living, Lexington has assisted living (4 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (3 communities), independent living (2 communities), memory care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Lexington?
Families rate Lexington senior living communities 4.4 out of 5 on average, across 307 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Lexington senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 8 Lexington communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), building and grounds (mentioned for 63%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 50%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (38%), communication with families (38%), cost and billing (25%).
Are there small senior living homes in Lexington?
Of the 5 Lexington communities with a known size, 0 have ten residents or fewer, 2 have 11 to 60, and 3 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Lexington bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
