Best Senior Living in Newton, Massachusetts
9 communities found
MyLivingChoice lists 17 senior care options in Newton: 9 communities and 8 home care agencies. Families rate them 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 814 public reviews. 1 has details confirmed by the operator.
- 17options listed
- 4.5average rating, 16 rated
- 814family reviews read
- 1operator-verified
The Falls at Cordingly Dam
Newton, Massachusetts
5(22)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Lasell House at Lasell Village
Newton, Massachusetts
4.7(56)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
From $7,600/moSunrise of Newton
Newton, Massachusetts
4.8(16)
Assisted LivingMemory Care
Scandinavian Living Center
Newton, Massachusetts
4.6(58)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Evans Park at Newton Corner
Newton, Massachusetts
4.5(39)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Opus Newton
Newton, Massachusetts
5(4)
Independent Living
Adelaide of Newton Centre
Newton, Massachusetts
4.5(24)
Assisted LivingIndependent Living
Coleman House: A 2Life Community
Newton, Massachusetts
4.5(14)
Independent Living
Care One At Newton
Newton, Massachusetts
4.1(401)
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Best-rated senior living in Newton
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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5 (22 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
The Falls at Cordingly Dam is a small assisted living and independent living community in Newton, Massachusetts, with a strong 5 out of 5 rating from 22 Google reviews. Beyond the rating, no detailed reviewer comments or…
- 2
Lasell House at Lasell Village
4.7 (56 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 44 units
Reviews of Lasell House describe it primarily as a short-term rehab and skilled nursing stop after surgeries like hip and knee replacements. Families and patients consistently praise the nursing, PT/OT/speech therapy…
- 3
4.8 (16 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care
Sunrise of Newton offers assisted living and independent living in Newton, Massachusetts, and carries a 4.7 out of 5 rating from 15 Google reviews. Beyond this overall rating, no specific reviewer comments, amenities, or…
- 4
4.6 (58 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
There isn't enough detailed review text available to summarize what families specifically say about Scandinavian Living Center, though the community holds a strong 4.6 rating from 58 Google reviews.
- 5
4.5 (39 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Evans Park at Newton Corner holds a strong 4.5 out of 5 rating from 39 Google reviewers, but no individual review text or amenity details were provided to describe daily life there in more depth.
- 6
4.5 (24 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living
Adelaide of Newton Centre holds a strong 4.5-star Google rating from 24 reviews, suggesting general family satisfaction, though no written reviews or amenity details were provided to give a fuller picture. Families…
- 7
Coleman House: A 2Life Community
4.5 (14 reviews)· Independent Living
Reviewers describe Coleman House as a friendly, well-maintained affordable independent living community, with a full apartment renovation and a resident living happily there for years. Feedback is generally positive,…
- 8
4.1 (401 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 202 units
Reviews for CareOne at Newton are sharply divided: several families praise attentive, compassionate staff and successful rehabilitation outcomes, while others describe serious lapses in basic care, poor organization, and…
What families say about senior living in Newton
Counted across the review summaries of 13 Newton communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 62%
- Building and grounds 31%
- Communication with families 23%
- Medical and nursing care 23%
- Cleanliness 15%
Concerns raised
- Communication with families 54%
- Cost and billing 46%
- Building and upkeep 31%
- Cleanliness 8%
“We recently moved our 94 year old mother with dementia from our home to Evans Park in Newton Corner. The staff are kind and caring and the facility lovely and clean. Stephen Durso has been especially helpful during this challenging transition!”
“This is an assisted living facility started for Scandinavians but now open to everyone. It has a friendly atmosphere and residents seem happy. There is a beautiful hall for activities.”
“The Falls has been a wonderful place for Mom. She is safe and well cared for. The food is excellent! The staff are all friendly and she enjoys their care and conversation. The activities are varied and Mom participates and enjoys many of them.”
Senior Living in Newton: the figures
- •Most common amenities: emergency call system (10), wheelchair accessible (10), private rooms (9), social activities (9), 24-hour staff (9), gathering / activity spaces (9).
Senior Living near Newton
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Needham2.3 mi | 22 | 4.6 / 5 | 2.3 mi |
| Waltham4.3 mi | 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 4.3 mi |
| Brookline4.5 mi | 11 | 4.8 / 5 | 4.5 mi |
| Dedham5.4 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 5.4 mi |
| Boston5.8 mi | 26 | 4.1 / 5 | 5.8 mi |
| Cambridge5.9 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 5.9 mi |
| Wayland7.6 mi | 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
| Westwood7.6 mi | 7 | 4.5 / 5 | 7.6 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 11, 2026 from the 17 communities listed in Newton, 814 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 Newton 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 Newton: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Newton, Massachusetts?
MyLivingChoice lists 17 senior living communities in Newton, Massachusetts, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Newton?
Among Newton communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $2,500/month, with an average published starting rate near $5,050/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Newton are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include The Falls at Cordingly Dam (5★, 22 ratings), Babette Home Care (5★, 13 ratings), West River Care (5★, 5 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Newton?
Beyond senior living, Newton has independent living (6 communities), assisted living (5 communities), at-home care (4 communities), home health (4 communities), skilled nursing / long term care (2 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate senior living in Newton?
Families rate Newton senior living communities 4.5 out of 5 on average, across 814 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Newton senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 13 Newton communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 62%), building and grounds (mentioned for 31%), communication with families (mentioned for 23%). The most common concerns are communication with families (54%), cost and billing (46%), building and upkeep (31%).
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Newton bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.
