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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Oakland Vale, MA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Oakland Vale, A Place for Mom can help. With 60 memory care facilities in Oakland Vale, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Oakland Vale incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Oakland Vale memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Oakland Vale, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brighton, Longwood and Allston.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Boston, Weymouth and Natick.

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Things have worked out well so far for my Mom here. It is a clean, nice looking facility, and they've provided everything she has needed carewise thus far. The staff I've interacted with have been fine, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
DID YOU KNOW THAT ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IS TREATABLE? WE DO. While presently there is no cure, the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias can be managed and reduced. At Hearthstone Alzheimer Care, we know how to do this better than anyone else. The direct care services we provide...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This was a wonderful experience, we left this community to move my husband as he needed higher care, and I wanted to come back! After he passed away, I considered moving back as I love it here. The care here...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Located on the Salem Common in a historic Federalist Mansion, the John Bertram House delivers the finest in senior care under the guidance of Sunrise Senior Living and local Board of Trustees. Serving Senior for over thirty years, the John Bertram House affords families peace-of-mind by providing...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Marian Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
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Cost of memory care in Oakland Vale, MA

The average cost of senior living in Oakland Vale is $7,358 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Beverly, MA with an average of $7,018 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oakland Vale, MA vs. nearby cities

Oakland Vale, MA
$7,246/mo
$7,188/mo
$7,246/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oakland Vale, MA vs. the state and national average

Oakland Vale, MA
$7,246/mo
U.S. national average
$4,889/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oakland Vale vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$7,246/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Oakland Vale, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,444/mo
Studio
$8,366/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,035/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,123/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Oakland Vale over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Oakland Vale

Recent reviews for memory care in Oakland Vale

The Gables at Winchester

4.3
I like living here, it’s close to Boston so we have interesting outings. The staff is friendly and competent. The apartments are spacious and clean. There are many windows in my apartment that have great views

Scandinavian Living Center in West Newton, MA

4.8
The whole place has a very friendly atmosphere. SLC offers a lot of programs that are open to people who live in the surrounding community, so the residents feel like they are still part of the community. The food is very good. I would recommend Scandinavian Living Center to others.

Atria Merrimack Place in Newburyport, MA

5.0
We chose Atria Merrimack Place because of the quality of the facility as well as the convenience to family. His room size was adequate for his needs. I ate here and the quality of food was good but the options were limited. My favorite part about the community was that it was a positive ...
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Oakland Vale review score based on 163 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 163 reviews of 60 Oakland Vale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oakland Vale review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Oakland Vale review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Oakland Vale, MA60 facilities
7.7
Melrose, MA75 facilities
7.9
Malden, MA71 facilities

Review subcategories for Oakland Vale memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 163 reviews of 60 Oakland Vale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Oakland Vale resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
3.8
3.9
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Oakland Vale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakland Vale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakland Vale, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Oakland Vale memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Oakland Vale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
48.3%
65%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23.3%
47.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.3%
28.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.3%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
71.7%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oakland Vale memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Oakland Vale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oakland Vale, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.7%
73.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
45.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.7%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
26%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oakland Vale memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Oakland Vale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
53.3%
43.6%
No sugar
No sugar
51.7%
40.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
15.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Oakland Vale memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Oakland Vale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oakland Vale, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakland Vale memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Oakland Vale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oakland Vale, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
65%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.3%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.7%
51%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.7%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
35.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
63.3%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
30%
30.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.3%
21.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.7%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookmeadow at Blue Hills, Atria Longmeadow Place and Maplewood at Weston are the top-rated memory care facilities near Oakland Vale, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 60 memory care facilities near Oakland Vale, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The 60 memory care facilities near you in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts ranges from $300 to $69161. The average Memory Care cost in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts is $7,358. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Oakland Vale, Massachusetts typically starts at $300. 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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