Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dedham, MA

Dedham, Massachusetts, provides a range of senior living options at different price points. The least expensive option is independent living, averaging $6,513 per month. On the higher end, a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home costs an average of $9,135 per month. Assisted living and memory care are closely priced, averaging $6,969 and $6,967 per month, respectively, while a semi-private room in a nursing home is priced at $7,028 per month. These alternatives cater to a variety of care needs and financial plans.

Assisted living facilities in Dedham cost an average of $6,969 per month, which is more expensive than both the Massachusetts state average of $6,822 and the nationwide average of $4,546 per month. On the other hand, Dedham's assisted living is pricier than nearby cities, such as Mansfield Center and Norton Center.
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Dedham compares to Massachusetts and the national average:

There are many choices for senior living in Massachusetts. The state is home to 365 facilities, while Dedham has 5 communities, and the area surrounding Dedham has 285 options.

As of 2023, Dedham, Massachusetts, is home to a vibrant senior community making up 42% of its 25,150 residents. This demographic is predominantly female at 53.3%, compared to 46.7% male. Age-wise, 13.8% are in their 50s, 14.7% in their 60s, 7.1% in their 70s, and 6.4% are in their 80s and above. When it comes to marital status among seniors, 51.8% are married, 8.8% are divorced, 31.4% have never married, and 8% are widowed. The racial diversity of Dedham reflects its historical and cultural breadth: 84.6% identify as White, 6% as Black, and 2.3% as Asian, with 5.1% being mixed race. Additionally, 7.6% are Hispanic, while smaller groups including 0.1% Native American, 0.2% Pacific, and 1.8% identifying as other add to the mosaic that is Dedham's population.