The Best Assisted Living Facilities in Somerville, MA

Visitors enjoy the lively atmosphere. "I've eaten there a couple of times and in the eating area, the people are chatting, laughing, and having a good time," says one reviewer. "The staff is very helpful to each resident. ... They have happy hour twice a week and casino nights, so all the residents are invited and any of the family."

Many reviewers are impressed by the community's building and the welcoming staff. One resident writes, "The staff and residents here are amazing to me, and it feels more like a giant family living here. I enjoy staying busy and active ... and the Engage Life department has provided me with many opportunities to do that."

Residents appreciate the spacious layout. One says, "The physical setting, the public spaces and the individual apartments distinguish Atria Marina, and all make for an extremely inviting place in which to live. I have a roomy one bedroom, which features a double windowed living room, a large entryway and well laid out bathroom with a bit extra space."

Loved ones appreciate the innovative care approach. "We chose it first for its 'Progressive Care' model – we needed a place Mom could grow into very old age and receive more care as her needs change," says one reviewer. "We also chose it over other places we toured, especially for the warmth and commitment of the staff to the residents."

Residents and their families are pleased with the friendliness and variety of activities at Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle. One reviewer, whose grandmother is a resident, remarks, "The staff is friendly, positive, encouraging and patient with visitors and residents. ... They work hard to provide appropriate activity for the residents, keeping them moving and socializing to the best of their abilities."

Residents and their families are pleased with the helpful care and fun activities at Evans Park at Newton Corner. A reviewer whose mother is a resident remarks, "Every time I was there, something was going on." She appreciates the music, videos and entertainment. Staff members, she continues, are responsive to residents' needs, and the community is clean and well-kept.

Residents and their families appreciate the caring staff, excellent food and varied activities at Maplewood of Weston. One reviewer, whose mother is a resident, says, "The food is spectacular, really fine-dining quality." Her mother enjoys the well-planned, intelligent activities, too. "Everyone is warm, welcoming and caring," she adds, and staff members respond "promptly and appropriately" to residents' needs.

Residents and their families appreciate the caring staff at Sunrise of Burlington. One reviewer remarks, "They really care and treat my mother with dignity and respect." Other reviewers note the excellent food, plentiful activities, walking path and cleanliness of the community. The staff even knows both residents and family members by name.

The Residence at Watertown Square is highly regarded for its dedication to hospitality and service. As one reviewer shares, "The [community] is clean and bright, the food is good, and there are lots of activities for the diverse residents. ... The spirit and ethos of the staff are outstanding: they are upbeat, fun, and they work hard."

Friends and family members of residents are happy about the care their loved ones have received at the facility. They appreciate amenities such as the pool, movie theater, dining area, activities and the grounds. One reviewer says, "The guy who worked with the lighting made it very cheerful. The apartment was about 500 to 600sq. ft. The staff was very satisfactory. There were lots of activities..."