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Assisted living costs in Otter River average about $7,336 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 234 communities in Otter River. Our detailed directory has 3923 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Photo of Greystone Farm at Salem
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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The staff, especially the memory care unit staff, treats the residents with a great deal of kindness, compassion, and patience. It's comforting to know that my mother is in such good hands.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
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Photo of The Residence at Watertown Square
1515 Photos available
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24 reviews
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What we like the most about The Residence at Watertown Square is the village atmosphere. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Photo of Whitney Place at Northborough
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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Nursing staff very caring and helpful. [name removed] went out of his way to help for a special gathering location: quiet yet near to the main road and the local businesses
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Assisted Living Residences in Northborough, MA A lifestyle with the right amount of freedom and care. Whitney Place is a warm and gracious setting for seniors who may or may not need a little help with their daily routines. In addition to private or shared apartments and individualized care,...
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Photo of Brookdale Cushing Park
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
8.9
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My mother is very happy at Brookdale. The director of the memory care unit is fantastic and has a bimonthly support group for the family members. I had an issue with 1 of the staff and the way she treated my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Quality Care Today and TomorrowIf you are ready to exchange the burdens of household chores and maintenance for a lifestyle rich in comfort and quality care, prepare to savor the good life. Nestled on more than 100 acres in Framingham, Massachusetts, our community offers a wonderful quality of...
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Photo of Day Brook Village Senior Living
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.9
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The staff is outstanding. There are plenty of group activities, including area outings. The food is always excellent. The campus is pleasant.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Day Brook Village Senior Living is an accredited, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community offering a range of housing, healthcare and service options to meet residents’ changing needs. Residents enjoy a retirement lifestyle offering independent living, assistance in living and skilled...
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Photo of Ruth's House
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I love Ruth's house everyone nice, it was clean. And lots of activities all day!! My mom passed away and I still go volunteer there!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
In 2012, JGS will celebrate 100 years of caring for the elderly in our community. When JGS was first established, the founders made a promise to provide comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services - based upon Jewish traditions and values - to those facing the challenges of aging. Jewish...
Photo of Scandinavian Living Center
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She loves the food and says how happy she is there every time I talk to her. Mom loves the community and enjoys the social aspect immensely. The cultural center brings in so many performers, art exhibits and...
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.
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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Photo of Dodge Park Rest Home
66 Photos available
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8.9
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First thing I would say, is when your loved one arrives at Dodge Park or The Oasis, it will probably take a few months for them to adjust, so be patient. For my dad, it took about four months. There was a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Welcome to Dodge Park, Thank you for your interest in Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club. Dodge Park Rest Home is pleased to continue its tradition of service to the community. This year (2012) will be a milestone for Dodge Park Rest Home and Day Club, when we will celebrating our 45 years...
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Photo of The Arbors at Greenfield
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RCAs are so kind, caring, helpful. They treat the residents like family. They go beyond 'the job' to ensure the person's safety and comfort, talk to them like friends, check in on them regularly throughout...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of Brookdale Eddy Pond West
88 Photos available
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only negative is her room is not the cleanest and the wash should be done separately for each person and sometimes it's not. The staff at least on the third floor Eddy pond west is extremely caring and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Freedom to Live WellGet ready to exchange cooking, cleaning and laundry for a rich and full retirement experience. At our assisted living and memory care community in Auburn, Massachusetts, we handle the household chores so you can spend more time doing the things you love. With cozy private...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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41 reviews
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The staff at Benchmark Senior Living is excellent - when you send them an email, they respond. It is a very friendly and clean place.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Assisted LivingBenchmark Senior Living at Woburn in Woburn, 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...
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Photo of Benchmark at Tatnuck Park
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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I like it. It is expensive, but worth it if you have the money. It is assisted living and NOT nursing -- so good if the senior is still healthy and active, but could be bad if the senior has a lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Resting at the foot of Worcester's western hills is the historic village of Tatnuck... a place filled with family, fond memories and tradition. Today, traditions continue at Tatnuck Park at Worcester, a respected and valued assisted living community. Built on the site of a former family estate,...
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Photo of Delaney at The Vale
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The staff is outstanding… Extremely caring and fun. They have a lot of really fun events. They just recently had a disco party. I'm sure my mom would also get a high glowing referral. The place is excellent....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Delaney at The Vale, located just 10 miles north of Boston is the areas newest 62+ community, featuring contemporary independent living, assisted living and memory care residences. The community will include three connected buildings complete with high-end amenities, upscale concierge...
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Photo of Armbrook Village
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8.7
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Very lovely place that tries hard. Compassionate care; outstanding food in memory care; a little expensive; access to the nurses that run the place was somewhat problematic for me (direct communication...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Armbrook Village offers seniors a secure, supportive and independent lifestyle. The community features both independent and assisted living options as well as a state-of-the-art Compass Memory Support Neighborhood featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss...
Photo of New Horizons at Marlborough LLC
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I like that they have helpers. They walk around in red shirts and help if people get lost or need help with their tech or any other small thing. I wish they had online billing. You can pay online, but all...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
New Horizons is a large not-for-profit continuing care retirement community where a safe, happy, and engaging retirement is everyone's most important concern. Fine dining and extensive activities are vital parts of every day. Our staff of exceptional people has enabled New Horizons to build its...
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Photo of Keystone Commons
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The bedrooms are bigger than the average in the industry. Handyman available to help with work within the apartment. Staff is very responsive to needs and questions.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Keystone Commons provides Independent, Assisted, Alzheimer's and Memory Care residential living in Ludlow, MA.  Keystone Commons is a rental community that offers people over the age of 55 years a delightful way to live.  Independent Living (44 apartments) provides 31 meals per month,...
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Photo of Manor on the Hill
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I have been very pleased with my sisters transition from an assisted living facility,. The staff is available Pleasant and caring. my sister appears calm and engaged. She is up early, showered and dressed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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Photo of The Branches of Framingham
1111 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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The facility is bright and cheerful. It is always clean and welcoming. The staff is excellent. Everyone, in every position is very friendly and welcoming. They are very responsive to all the residents...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Branches of Framingham in Framingham, 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...
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Photo of Nashoba Park Assisted Living
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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What we like the most about Nashoba Park is that it is very clean, and easy to get around. The staff members are very friendly who really know the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...
Photo of Christopher Heights Of Belchertown
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I would definitely recommend Christopher Heights to everyone. It's a very nice facility and they take of their resident's. [name removed] bent over backwards to help us get into the facility and so far...
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.
Our Premier Assisted Living Community is located in the beautiful Carriage Grove neighborhood that features walking paths and a common green. Our community has options that accommodate an individual's personal and financial needs allowing every resident to remain in a private apartment to live...
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Photo of Whitney Place at Medway
88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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The people there are angels. I have to give them so much credit for doing what they do. The facility is beautiful and clean and so many places to go and play a game or just visit with my mom. I looked at a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Photo of Aviva Country Club Heights
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I visit my aunt at Aviva often. Everyone I have met or talked with, are terrific. I see that staff watches out for the residents, and care so much for them. When entering the building, the first person one...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located just 10 miles northwest of Boston, and sitting on the fifth green of the Woburn Country Club Public Golf Course, Aviva's award-winning Country Club Heights offers the best of Independent Living and Assisted Living with a Memory Care also. This community is for golfers, history and culture...
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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Reading
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The care partners who are there daily are so kind caring and compassionate to each individual. They have so many fun activities, field trips and special events. It is very clean and a very beautiful homie...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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Photo of Chestnut Park At Cleveland Circle
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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Photo of The Arbors at Amherst
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The staff at The Arbors at Amherst are professional and caring. The food is excellent tasting, well prepared and very appealing. Everyone who works at the facility greets you with a smile. We arrived one day...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.

Cost of assisted living in Otter River, MA

The average cost of senior living in Otter River is $7,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Springfield, MA with an average of $5,856 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Otter River, MA vs. nearby cities

Otter River, MA
$7,336/mo
$7,408/mo
$7,372/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Otter River, MA vs. the state and national average

Otter River, MA
$7,336/mo
U.S. national average
$4,688/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Otter River vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$7,336/mo
$7,350/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Otter River, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,361/mo
Studio
$7,398/mo
1 Bedroom
$8,490/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,318/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,079/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Otter River over time

Otter River, MAMA stateNational

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What families are saying about assisted living in Otter River

Recent reviews for assisted living in Otter River

Benchmark at Bedford Falls

5.0
I'd give them all a 5. I wish he were still there It's like having an apartment with help 24/7. Everyone is amazing and willing to help with anything and everything It's like home

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
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 social security.

Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of stimulating activities. Residents at various communities, such as Sunrise of Wayland and Sunrise of Newton, appreciate the diverse activities offered, which help keep them engaged and active. These include chair exercises, Bingo, bowling clubs, environmental clubs, and more.
Highly communicative and responsive staff. Families at Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook, Granite Ledges of Concord, and The Residence at Freeman Lake praise the staff for their consistent and frequent communication, ensuring that everyone is informed and care needs are met. The staff at these communities go above and beyond ...
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Individually catered meal plans. Many communities, like Hillsbrook Village at Allenstown and Christopher Heights of Worcester, offer personalized meal plans to accommodate resident preferences and dietary restrictions. The chefs at these communities strive to make mealtimes enjoyable and satisfying experiences.
Comfortable and homelike environments. Reviews at Brookdale Eddy Pond East, Ledgewood Bay, and Granite Ledges of Concord mention the warm and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, which make residents feel comfortable and at home. The staff at these communities prioritize creating a familiar and comfortable living space.
Thoughtful and accommodating caregivers. Caregivers at communities like The Branches of Marlboro, The Residence at Freeman Lake, and The Wellington at Springfield are praised for their compassionate and attentive care. They go the extra mile to accommodate residents' needs and ensure they are well taken care of.
Beautiful and well-maintained facilities. Communities such as Cedarbrook Village at Ware, Benchmark at Bedford Falls, and All American at Enfield Assisted Living are admired for their cleanliness and upkeep. Residents and their families appreciate the attention to detail in maintaining both interior and exterior spaces.
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Otter River review score based on 950 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 950 reviews of 215 Otter River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Otter River review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Otter River review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Otter River assisted living

When assisted living 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 950 reviews of 215 Otter River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Otter River resident and family assisted living 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.
Otter River, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Otter River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Otter River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Otter River, 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 Otter River assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Otter River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Otter River, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.1%
53.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30.2%
34.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.7%
57.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.5%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.2%
48.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.3%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Otter River assisted living

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 Otter River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Otter River, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.8%
52.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.7%
33.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.7%
41.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.7%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Otter River assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Otter River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Otter River, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.1%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.9%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
61.4%
38.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.2%
36.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.5%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Otter River assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Otter River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Otter River, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.6%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
51.2%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.2%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Otter River assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Otter River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Otter River, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
71.6%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.4%
31.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
31%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.8%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.6%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
74%
53.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.5%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.6%
47.6%
Live performances
Live performances
70.7%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
42.3%
30.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.1%
25%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.7%
46.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Otter River

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Otter River protect seniors.

Learn about Massachusetts Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, The Residence at Orchard Grove and Atria Draper Place are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Otter River, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 234 assisted living facilities near Otter River, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Otter River, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Atria Draper Place and The Residence at Orchard Grove. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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