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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Westwood, MA

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

In Westwood, Massachusetts, where seniors make up about 40.2% of the population, there is a significant emphasis on providing quality senior living environments. The city offers four senior living facilities, with an impressive 285 additional options in the surrounding area. Residents can choose from a variety of services, including independent living, assisted living, and advanced nursing care. Assisted living in Westwood averages $6,981 per month, reflecting the area's commitment to high-quality care tailored to its senior community. This article aims to guide you through the top senior living options in Westwood, showcasing facilities that excel in services, amenities, and overall value, ensuring a great fit for your loved one's needs.

54 Communities were found near Westwood, MA
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Canton Estates
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

Canton Estates

32 Neponset Street #1202, Canton, MA 02021 (5.6 mi from city center)
Senior Apartments
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9.9
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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 (5.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8.5
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FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA

109 Highland Avenue, Suite B-3, Needham Heights, MA 02494 (6 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.5
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Orchard Cove Hebrew SeniorLife, a CCRC
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Orchard Cove Hebrew SeniorLife, a CCRC

1 Del Pond Dr, Canton, MA 02021 (6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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8
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Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA

1191 Chestnut St Suite 2-6, Newton, MA 02464 (6.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8
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Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living

277 Elliot St, Newton, MA 02464 (6.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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8
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Brookmeadow at Blue Hills
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

Brookmeadow at Blue Hills

2121 Central St, Stoughton, MA 02072 (6.9 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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of 5
9.9
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A Caring Touch Corp
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

A Caring Touch Corp

113 Carlisle St, Newton, MA 02459 (7.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
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of 5
9.9
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Ezra Home Care LLC
Our Rating:
of 5
9.9

Ezra Home Care LLC

1087 Beacon St, Ste 304, Newton, MA 02459 (7.6 mi from city center)
Home Care
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of 5
9.9
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The Falls At Cordingly Dam
Our Rating:
of 5
7.8

The Falls At Cordingly Dam

2300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462 (7.7 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.8
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Standish Village
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Standish Village

1190 Adams Street, Boston, MA 02124 (8.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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of 5
8.9
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Joyful Cares Health
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Joyful Cares Health

27 Glen St., Suite 10, Stoughton, MA 02072 (8.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.9
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Acti-Kare of Stoughton, MA
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Acti-Kare of Stoughton, MA

32 Wentworth Ave, Stoughton, MA 02072 (8.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
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8.9
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Anthology of Millis
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Anthology of Millis

125 Dover Rd, Millis, MA 02054 (8.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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9.3
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Goddard House
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3

Goddard House

165 Chestnut St, Brookline, MA 02445 (8.5 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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3
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CareOne at Sharon
Our Rating:
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9

CareOne at Sharon

675 South Main Street, Sharon, MA 02067 (8.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9
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Avenu at Natick
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of 5
9

Avenu at Natick

3 Superior Dr., Natick, MA 01760 (8.6 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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9
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Anthology of Natick
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9

Anthology of Natick

119 E Central St, Natick, MA 01760 (8.6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9
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Seth Mann Home for Women
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9

Seth Mann Home for Women

349 N Main, Randolph, MA 02368 (8.8 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
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9
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One on One Home Care
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of 5
9

One on One Home Care

815 Washington St Suite 4, Newton, MA 02460 (9.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
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9
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Cabot Park Village
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Cabot Park Village

280 Newtonville Avenue, Newton, MA 02460 (9.1 mi from city center)
Independent Living
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8.9
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Landmark at Longwood
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Landmark at Longwood

63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120 (9.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9
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Whitney Place at Natick
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Whitney Place at Natick

3 Vision Dr, Natick, MA 01760 (9.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9
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Clearview Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9

Clearview Home Care

14 Upham St., Newton, MA 02465 (9.3 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.9
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Maplewood at Weston
Our Rating:
of 5
9.8

Maplewood at Weston

99 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493 (9.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.8
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Map of Assisted Living in Westwood

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Canton Estates
  • The Wingate Residences of Needham and One Wingate Way
  • FirstLight Home Care of West Suburban Boston, MA
  • Orchard Cove Hebrew SeniorLife, a CCRC
  • Right at Home - Boston Metro West - Newton Upper Falls, MA
  • Stone Rehabilitation and Senior Living
  • Brookmeadow at Blue Hills
  • A Caring Touch Corp
  • Ezra Home Care LLC
  • The Falls At Cordingly Dam
  • Standish Village
  • Joyful Cares Health
  • Acti-Kare of Stoughton, MA
  • Anthology of Millis
  • Goddard House
  • CareOne at Sharon
  • Avenu at Natick
  • Anthology of Natick
  • Seth Mann Home for Women
  • One on One Home Care
  • Cabot Park Village
  • Landmark at Longwood
  • Whitney Place at Natick
  • Clearview Home Care
  • Maplewood at Weston

Senior Living Statistics for Westwood, Massachusetts

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


In Westwood, Massachusetts, there are many options for senior housing, starting at an average of $6,520 per month for independent living. Additional choices include assisted living, with an average cost of $6,981 per month, and memory care at $6,979 per month. Nursing home options offer a range of room styles, from a semi-private room at $7,160, a private room at $8,020, and studio and two-bedroom units costing $8,562 and $8,500, respectively, up to a one-bedroom unit at $9,641 per month.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $6,981
Memory Care $6,979
Independent Living $6,520
Nursing Home: Private Room $8,020
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $7,160
Nursing Home: Studio $8,562
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $9,641
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $8,500

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Westwood


In Westwood, assisted living costs a monthly average of $6,981, which is higher than both the Massachusetts state average of $6,822 and the United States average of $4,546 per month. Westwood is also more expensive than some other cities in the area, including Norton Center ($6,294 per month) and North Attleborough ($6,001 per month).
City Average Monthly Cost
Westwood $6,981

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Westwood compares to Massachusetts and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Westwood $6,981
Massachusetts $6,822
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Westwood


Westwood residents have 4 senior living facilities to choose from. In the surrounding area, there are 285 communities, and the state offers a total of 365 facilities.
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Westwood

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Westwood Senior Demographics


In Westwood, Massachusetts, seniors make up 40.2% of the town's 16,149 residents, fostering a thriving community for older adults. Gender distribution among the population shows 48.1% male and 51.9% female. Examining age specifics, 15.6% of seniors are in their 50s, 10.8% in their 60s, 5.7% in their 70s, and 8.1% are 80 and over. Marital status reveals that 60.6% are married, 6.7% are divorced, 26.1% have never been married, and 6.5% are widowed. Diversity within Westwood’s seniors reflects a primarily White community at 78.8%, with 11.1% Asian and 2.8% Black. Additionally, 5.5% are mixed race, 3.7% Hispanic, and 1.8% identify as other, showcasing a diverse mix within a largely homogenous population.

Population

Westwood has a population of 16,149.
  • 48.1% Male
  • 51.9% Female

Marital Status

  • 60.6% Married
  • 6.7% Divorced
  • 26.1% Never Married
  • 6.5% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 40.2% of the population.
  • 15.6% in their 50s
  • 10.8% in their 60s
  • 5.7% in their 70s
  • 8.1% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 78.8% White
  • 2.8% Black
  • 11.1% Asian
  • 1.8% Identifying as Other
  • 5.5% Mixed Race
  • 3.7% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Westwood

There are many other cities to consider near Westwood, Massachusetts, with senior housing costs varying widely. For instance, Dover offers a lower average cost of $5,999 per month, while nearby cities like Newton ($7,029), Quincy ($7,120), and Danvers ($7,202) offer options at different price points.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Newton $7,029
Quincy $7,120
Woburn $7,178
Dover $5,999
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
Canton $6,992
Beverly $6,980
Framingham $6,998
Norwood $6,940
Norwell $6,910
Portsmouth $6,125
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.