HomeAssisted LivingMassachusettsWaltham

Best Assisted Living Facilities in Waltham, MA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Waltham, MA area.

In Waltham, Massachusetts, seniors make up roughly 32.1% of the community, creating a strong need for diverse senior living options. The city provides three senior living facilities, alongside an additional 285 facilities in the surrounding areas, offering a range of services from independent living and assisted living to memory care and nursing homes. With an average cost of $7,008 for assisted living per month, the prices reflect Waltham's standing as slightly more costly than the state average but well entrenched to offer quality care. In this article, we'll explore some of the top-rated senior living communities in Waltham, providing insights into facilities that excel in services and amenities to ensure the best possible care experience for you or your loved ones.

67 Communities were found near Waltham, MA
City
  • Newton, MA
  • Quincy, MA
  • Dover, MA
  • Woburn, MA
  • Danvers, MA
  • Boston, MA
  • Cambridge, MA
  • Needham, MA
  • Plymouth, MA
  • Dedham, MA
  • Braintree, MA
  • Beverly, MA
  • Canton, MA
  • Framingham, MA
  • Norwood, MA
  • Marlborough, MA
  • Norwell, MA
  • Lynn, MA
Care Type
  • Adult Day Services
  • Assisted Living
  • Home Care
  • Independent Living
  • Memory Care
  • Nursing Home
  • Residential Care Home
  • Senior Apartments
Clear all filters
  • Distance from City Center
  • Highest Rating
  • Name: A - Z
  • Name: Z - A
Youville House
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Youville House

1573 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02138 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Request A Quote
FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
9

FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA

109 Highland Avenue, Suite B-3, Needham Heights, MA 02494 (5.8 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
Request A Quote
The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way

235 Gould Street, Needham, MA 02494 (6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
Request A Quote
The Gables at Winchester
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6

The Gables at Winchester

299 Cambridge St, Winchester, MA 01890 (6.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.6
Request A Quote
The Residence at Paine Estate
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7

The Residence at Paine Estate

10 Green Way, Wayland, MA 01778 (6.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7
Request A Quote
Aviva Country Club Heights
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7

Aviva Country Club Heights

3 Rehabilitation Way, Woburn, MA 01801 (6.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7
Request A Quote
Dovetail Health
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7

Dovetail Health

140 Kendrick St, Needham, MA 02494 (6.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.7
Request A Quote
North Hill
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

North Hill

865 Central Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 (6.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community

259 Lowell Street, Somerville, MA 02144 (6.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
Atria Longmeadow Place
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Atria Longmeadow Place

42 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
Somerville Home
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Somerville Home

117 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02143 (7.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
Right at Home - Bedford, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Right at Home - Bedford, MA

60 Great Rd., Bedford, MA 01730 (7.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
Sunrise of Burlington MA
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Sunrise of Burlington MA

24 Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803 (7.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
Request A Quote
Sunrise of Wayland
Our Rating:
of 5
6.5

Sunrise of Wayland

285 Commonwealth Road, Wayland, MA 01778 (7.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
6.5
Request A Quote
Commonwealth Caregivers
Our Rating:
of 5
6.5

Commonwealth Caregivers

56 Pickering St., Needham, MA 02492 (7.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
6.5
Request A Quote
The Residence at Bedford (Spring 2024)
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

The Residence at Bedford (Spring 2024)

240 South Rd, Bedford, MA 01730 (7.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8
Request A Quote
Goddard House
Our Rating:
of 5
3

Goddard House

165 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA 02445 (7.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
3
Request A Quote
Stonebridge at Burlington
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Stonebridge at Burlington

50 Greenleaf Way, Burlington, MA 01803 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Avita of Needham
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Avita of Needham

880 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492 (7.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC

173 Bedford Rd #2, Woburn, MA 01801 (7.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Nurses At Home, Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Nurses At Home, Inc

21 Cummings Park, Suite 208, Woburn, MA 01801 (7.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Landmark at Longwood
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Landmark at Longwood

63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120 (7.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

150 Lincoln St, Needham, MA 02492 (7.9 mi from city center)
Nursing Home
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
ComForcare - Woburn, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
2

ComForcare - Woburn, MA

10 Tower Office #515, Woburn, MA 01801 (7.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote
Ryben Staffing
Our Rating:
of 5
2

Ryben Staffing

177 Huntington Avenue, Suite 1703, Boston, MA 02115 (8.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
2
Request A Quote

Map of Assisted Living in Waltham

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Youville House
  • FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA
  • The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way
  • The Gables at Winchester
  • The Residence at Paine Estate
  • Aviva Country Club Heights
  • Dovetail Health
  • North Hill
  • VNA Assisted and Senior Living Community
  • Atria Longmeadow Place
  • Somerville Home
  • Right at Home - Bedford, MA
  • Sunrise of Burlington MA
  • Sunrise of Wayland
  • Commonwealth Caregivers
  • The Residence at Bedford (Spring 2024)
  • Goddard House
  • Stonebridge at Burlington
  • Avita of Needham
  • Judy's Caregiving Solutions, LLC
  • Nurses At Home, Inc
  • Landmark at Longwood
  • Briarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
  • ComForcare - Woburn, MA
  • Ryben Staffing

Senior Living Statistics for Waltham, Massachusetts

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


Assisted living is the least expensive type of senior living in Waltham, Massachusetts, starting at $7,008 per month. The most costly type of senior living is a one-bedroom unit in a nursing home, which averages $9,779 per month. There are several other options at various price points, including memory care at $7,014 per month and independent living at $6,499 per month. Nursing home choices also vary, with a private room costing $8,620, a semi-private room at $7,128, and a studio at $8,335 per month, offering various accommodations to meet different needs and budgets.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $7,008
Memory Care $7,014
Independent Living $6,499
Nursing Home: Private Room $8,620
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,128
Nursing Home: Studio $8,335
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,779

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Waltham


The cost of assisted living in Waltham is slightly more expensive than other nearby cities at an average of $7,008 per month. For comparison, the average cost of assisted living in Framingham is $6,998 per month, while the average cost in Millis-Clicquot is $6,744 per month.
City Average Monthly Cost
Waltham $7,008

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Waltham compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Waltham $7,008
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Waltham


There are many choices for senior living in Massachusetts. The state is home to 365 facilities, while Waltham has 3 communities, and the area surrounding Waltham has 285 options.
3

Waltham

285

Surrounding Area

365

Massachusetts

Waltham Senior Demographics


In Waltham, Massachusetts, seniors account for 32.1% of the city's 64,711 residents, reflecting a balanced demographic of 49.5% male and 50.5% female. Among these seniors, 11.3% are in their 50s, 10% in their 60s, 7% in their 70s, and 3.8% are in their 80s and above. In terms of marital status, 37.5% are married, 8.8% are divorced, 48.3% have never married, and 5.4% are widowed. Delving into diversity, 65.6% of seniors are White, 15.3% Hispanic, and 13% Asian. Further diversity is shown with 7.1% Black, 7.5% mixed race, 0.5% Native American, 0.1% Pacific, and 6.2% identifying as other, illustrating a rich tapestry of cultures in the community.

Population

Waltham has a population of 64,711.
  • 49.5% Male
  • 50.5% Female

Marital Status

  • 37.5% Married
  • 8.8% Divorced
  • 48.3% Never Married
  • 5.4% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 32.1% of the population.
  • 11.3% in their 50s
  • 10% in their 60s
  • 7% in their 70s
  • 3.8% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 65.6% White
  • 7.1% Black
  • 13% Asian
  • 0.5% Native
  • 0.1% Pacific
  • 6.2% Identifying as Other
  • 7.5% Mixed Race
  • 15.3% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Waltham

There are many cities with senior living options near Waltham, Massachusetts, including Newton, Quincy, Boston, Cambridge, and Needham, among others. Average costs start at $5,999 per month in Dover and can reach up to $7,315 per month in Plymouth. Each city offers a variety of amenities and living options to fit different preferences and budgets.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Dover $5,999
Woburn $7,178
Danvers $7,202
Boston $7,213
Cambridge $7,080
Needham $6,942
Plymouth $7,315
City Average Monthly Cost
Dedham $6,969
Braintree $7,107
Beverly $6,980
Canton $6,992
Framingham $6,998
Norwood $6,940
Marlborough $7,168
Norwell $6,910
Lynn $7,236

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.