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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ayer, MA

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If your loved one needs memory care in Ayer, A Place for Mom can help. With 8 memory care facilities in Ayer, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Ayer incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Ayer memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Ayer, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Indian Hill-North Village, Montvale and Massachusetts Avenue Historic District.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Nashua, Newton and Wellesley.

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Photo of Nashoba Park Assisted Living
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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9 reviews
8.6
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9 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about Nashoba Park is that it is very clean, and easy to get around. The staff members are very friendly who really know the residents. Yes, we would recommend this community to other...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nashoba Park Assisted Living is a Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Community, professionally managed by Senior Living Residences of Braintree, MA.At Nashoba Park, residents have their choice of private studio and one-bedroom apartments and enjoy a variety of beautifully furnished...
Photo of Artisan at Hudson
2020 Photos available
9.8
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34 reviews
9.8
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34 reviews
5 star
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6%
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I visited a friend in her modern and well arranged apartment. There were several windows and the natural light added to the setting. I found the numerous Common areas were inviting as well and people were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Artisan at Hudson - a great place to live the good life.We are owned and operated by SageLife. Our founders were pioneers in senior living; they helped define the companies that have defined the industry.Sage’s mission is to create the best home for each member of the SageLife family every day by...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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38 reviews
9.2
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38 reviews
5 star
53%
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34%
3 star
5%
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The room size is great. My mom has a 3 room unit. The food is just like a restaurant - choose off of a menu with 2 specials each meal. All meals are made to order. The staff is amazing-always, friendly,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Residents of Leominster Crossings enjoy attractive apartments, comfortable community rooms, a lovely outdoor patio and garden and an ever-changing program of social and fitness activities. 24- Hour assistance is personally tailored to each resident's changing needs and is provided by a caring...
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Photo of Sunrise of Leominster
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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44 reviews
9.2
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44 reviews
5 star
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It had a more homey/less clinical feel than some others. Also the location was convenient for us. Staff are all very friendly and competent.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise Assisted Living of Leominster is centrally located at the corner of Central Street and Beth Ave, surrounded by a residential neighborhood with easy access to Routes 2, 12 and 190. Inside and out, we offer superbly decorated common areas including beautiful dining areas, living room with...
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Photo of Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook
88 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.0
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21 reviews
9.0
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21 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
38%
3 star
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A 4 will be my max rating as Robbins Brook is a first. NA is for insufficient experience. The food looks good but haven't sampled. My wife is not a regular participant of the activities. What we like the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Benchmark Senior Living at Robbins Brook in Acton, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need assistance with daily life activities. If you or your loved one needs help with medication management, bathing, dressing, or transportation to and...
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Photo of Manor on the Hill
1010 Photos available
8.7
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28 reviews
8.7
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28 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
18%
3 star
4%
2 star
7%
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. The food is plentiful with different options. Mom has been there now for 2 months and is happy.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Manor on the Hill is an 81 Unit, family owned, Assisted Living Community designed to meet the needs of individuals who are still able to live independently with minimal assistance in their daily activities. Manor on the Hill promotes maximum independence by providing personal care &...
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Photo of Rivercourt Residences
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8.0
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6 reviews
8.0
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6 reviews
5 star
17%
4 star
66%
3 star
0%
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17%
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Everything was included. As my dad needed more help there was no extra charge. My dad had food allergies and the chef met with him personally and took his allergies seriously. When you rang the bell for help...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We invite you to consider RiverCourt Residences for a parent, family member, or for yourself. RiverCourt Residences offers an unbeatable value and a distinctive lifestyle for seniors through custom-tailored options for independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's Care. This wonderful...
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Photo of Bridges by EPOCH at Westford
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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15 reviews
8.0
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15 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
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I cannot say enough about Bridges, from the maintenance crew to the chef, the CNA’s, the Nurses….everyone gets to know the resident, and the family. The care and social activities are amazing. Mom’s first...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westford is a memory care assisted living community located in Middlesex County offering exceptional care and an engaging, fulfilling lifestyle for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of memory impairment. Bridges® by EPOCH communities have been purposefully...
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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Cost of memory care in Ayer, MA

The average cost of senior living in Ayer is $7,485 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Millis-Clicquot, MA with an average of $6,811 per month.

Memory care costs in Ayer, MA, vs. nearby cities

Ayer, MA
$7,485/mo
$7,243/mo

Memory care costs in Ayer, MA, vs. state and national averages

Ayer, MA
$7,485/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Ayer, MA, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$7,485/mo

Memory care costs in Ayer, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,374/mo
Studio
$7,012/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,938/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,802/mo

Senior living costs in Ayer vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Ayer, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAyer, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Memory Care$7,485/mo$6,886/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$7,459/mo$6,883/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$6,943/mo$6,112/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Ayer, MA:$7,485/mo
Massachusetts:$6,886/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Ayer, MA:$7,459/mo
Massachusetts:$6,883/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Ayer, MA:$6,943/mo
Massachusetts:$6,112/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Ayer, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Ayer and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Ayer, MA

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Ayer have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ayer, MA$11,366/mo$10,331/mo+10.0%
Massachusetts$8,503/mo$7,877/mo+7.9%
National$5,906/mo$5,644/mo+4.6%
Ayer, MA
2024 average cost:$11,366/mo
2023 average cost:$10,331/mo
Percent change:+10.0%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$8,503/mo
2023 average cost:$7,877/mo
Percent change:+7.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,906/mo
2023 average cost:$5,644/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Ayer

Recent reviews for memory care in Ayer

Brigham House in Watertown, MA

5.0
Watertown is our home town, [name removed] is able to go shopping and take a walk in familiar surroundings. Biggest plus is when her money runs out, they will keep her and she gets a small amount of her social security.

Youville Place in Lexington, MA

5.0
We couldn't be more grateful to have our mom in the loving and capable hands of the Youville community. The Memory Care Unit there is top-notch. To this day, given all the challenges with her Alzheimer's, we feel it is one of the best decisions that we have made. The place is clean, ...
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The Residence at Paine Estate in Wayland, MA

4.7
My dad was determined and prepared to remain in his Wayland home. He moved to Traditions of Wayland in December for a two month “respite”, not long after a bad fall and several broken bones required hospitalizations and weeks in rehab. When the Traditions Resident Care Director, came to his ...
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Ayer review score based on 38 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 38 reviews of 8 Ayer memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Ayer review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Ayer review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Ayer, MA8 facilities
8.9
Leominster, MA7 facilities
8.9
Fitchburg, MA7 facilities

Review subcategories for Ayer memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 38 reviews of 8 Ayer memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ayer resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Ayer, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.2
Friendliness
4.2
4.3
Care services
3.7
3.9
Staff
4.0
4.1
Meals & dining
3.4
3.8
Activities
3.4
3.8
Value for cost*
3.4
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Ayer memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ayer memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ayer, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Ayer memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Ayer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Ayer, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ayer memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Ayer Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Ayer, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ayer memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Ayer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ayer, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
75%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
62.5%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
50%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Ayer memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Ayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ayer, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
75%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
87.5%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ayer memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Ayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ayer, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
87.5%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
75%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
87.5%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
87.5%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
87.5%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
87.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
87.5%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Ayer

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Ayer protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 8 memory care facilities near Ayer, Massachusetts. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Ayer, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, The Residence at Orchard Grove and The Gables at Winchester. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 8 memory care facilities near you in Ayer, Massachusetts typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ayer, Massachusetts, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Ayer, Massachusetts, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Ayer, Massachusetts ranges from $35 to $69161. The average Memory Care cost in Ayer, Massachusetts is $7,485. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Ayer, Massachusetts typically starts at $35. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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