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Brookhaven at Lexington
Scout 100Lexington, MA · 49 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of Lexington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →Senior Care in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Every licensed senior community in the Cambridge-Newton-Framingham, MA area — evaluated with real federal inspection data, staffing records, and transparent pricing, then ranked by our objective Scout Score. A local advisor can help you compare and tour, free.
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Cost of senior care in Cambridge
Local Cambridge-area estimates: published state survey medians adjusted for Cambridge prices. Your advisor will find options that match your budget.
Assisted Living
$9,270/mo median
typical range $7,420–$11,590
Memory Care
$10,070/mo median
typical range $8,060–$12,590
Skilled Nursing
$15,350/mo median
typical range $14,050–$17,500
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)
$9,270/mo median
typical range $3,780–$11,080
Residential Care Home
$8,340/mo median
typical range $6,670–$10,430
2024–2026 published survey medians medians, adjusted to Cambridge using federal (BEA) regional price data. Methodology
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cambridge.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Top 60 of 117 communities in Cambridge, ranked
Ranked by Haven Scout Score — our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. Narrow by type of care above to see every community.
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Bethany Skilled Nursing Facility
Scout 100Framingham, MA · 169 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Framingham's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →
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Campion Health & Wellness, INC
Scout 100Weston, MA · 70 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Weston's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →4
Elmhurst Healthcare (the)
Scout 100Melrose, MA · 45 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Melrose's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →5
Lasell House
Scout 100Newton, MA · 44 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Moderate availability
One of Newton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →6
Rivercrest Long Term Care
Scout 97W Concord, MA · 151 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of W Concord's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →7
Winchester, MA · 123 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Winchester's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →8
Lowell, MA · 33 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Lowell's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
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New England Pediatric Care
Scout 95North Billerica, MA · 80 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of North Billerica's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →10
Haverhill, MA · 91 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Haverhill's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →11
Riverbend of South Natick
Scout 93S Natick, MA · 55 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of S Natick's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →12
Lincoln, MA · 32 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Lincoln's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →13
Bradford, MA · 20 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Bradford's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →14
Peabody, MA · 180 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Peabody's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →15
Lynn, MA · 123 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Lynn's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →16
Natick, MA · 124 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Natick's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →17
Wakefield, MA · 36 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Wakefield's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →18
Care One at Wilmington
Scout 90Wilmington, MA · 132 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Wilmington's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →19
Meadows, the
Scout 87North Andover, MA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
One of North Andover's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →20
Care One at Essex Park
Scout 86Beverly, MA · 202 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Beverly's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →21
Care One at Peabody
Scout 86Peabody, MA · 150 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Peabody's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →22
Methuen, MA · 106 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Methuen's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →
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Wayland, MA · 40 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Wayland's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →24
Stoneham, MA · 169 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Stoneham's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →25
Winchester, MA · 121 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Winchester.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →26
Rockport, MA · 76 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Rockport's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →27
Beverly, MA · 123 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Beverly.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →28
Lynn, MA · 55 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Lynn.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →29
Cambridge, MA · 112 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Cambridge.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →30
Littleton, MA · 120 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Littleton.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →31
Gloucester, MA · 142 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Gloucester.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →32
Life Care Center of Stoneham
Scout 79Stoneham, MA · 94 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Stoneham.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →33
Framingham, MA · 124 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Framingham.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →34
Penacook Place, INC
Scout 77Haverhill, MA · 160 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Haverhill.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →35
Alliance Health at Marie Esther
Scout 77Marlborough, MA · 78 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Marlborough.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →36
Life Care Center of Acton
Scout 75Acton, MA · 155 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Acton.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →37
Care One at Concord
Scout 75W Concord, MA · 135 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in W Concord.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →38
Danvers, MA · 81 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Danvers.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →39
Peabody, MA · 152 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Peabody.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →40
Dexter House Healthcare
Scout 74Malden, MA · 130 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Malden.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →41
Cambridge, MA · 83 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Cambridge.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →42
Peabody, MA · 104 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Peabody.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →43
Hunt Nursing & Rehab Center
Scout 72Danvers, MA · 120 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Danvers.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →44
Marblehead, MA · 64 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Marblehead.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →45
Saugus, MA · 88 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Saugus.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →46
Care One at Lowell
Scout 68Lowell, MA · 160 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lowell.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →47
Bedford, MA · 179 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)Usually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Bedford.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →48
Marlborough, MA · 144 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Marlborough.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →49
Newton Upper Falls, MA · 82 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Newton Upper Falls.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →50
Chelmsford, MA · 93 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Chelmsford.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →51
Ashland, MA · 103 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Ashland.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →52
Timothy Daniels House
Scout 66Holliston, MA · 40 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Holliston.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →53
Westford, MA · 123 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Westford.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →54
M I Nursing & Restorative Center
Scout 63Lawrence, MA · 250 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Lawrence.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →55
Danvers, MA · 159 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Danvers.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →56
Everett, MA · 183 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Everett.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →57
Waltham, MA · 123 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Waltham.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →58
Marblehead, MA · 65 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Marblehead.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →59
Danvers, MA · 120 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Danvers.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →60
Medford, MA · 142 beds
3.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Medford.
Est. $14,050–$17,500/mo
View full evaluation →Frequently asked questions
How much does senior living cost in Cambridge, MA?
In the Cambridge, MA area, assisted living typically runs $7,420–$11,590/month (median $9,270), memory care $8,060–$12,590/month (median $10,070), and skilled nursing $14,050–$17,500/month (median $15,350) — local estimates built from published survey medians adjusted for area prices. A free Haven advisor can pinpoint exact pricing for communities that fit your budget.
How are the 117 communities on this page rated?
Every skilled nursing community is scored with our Haven Scout Score, a composite built from official CMS Care Compare data — overall star rating, health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures — plus safety signals like fines and citation history. We rank by objective data, not by who pays us.
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Yes. Haven is always free for families. When we help a family find and move into the right community, that community pays us a referral fee. You never pay anything, and we show every licensed community in the area — not just paying partners.
What's the difference between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing?
Assisted living helps with daily activities while preserving independence. Memory care is a secured setting with specially trained staff for dementia. Skilled nursing provides 24/7 licensed medical care and rehab. Not sure which fits? Take our free 2-minute care assessment.