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10 Best Nursing Homes in Chelmsford, MA

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Chelmsford nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Chelmsford, MA may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Chelmsford or another care type is right for you. Browse 37 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Chelmsford.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Brighton, Allston and Fenway.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Wachusett Station, South Village and Watertown Town.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Chelmsford, MA

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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Heritage Manor, a Genesis HealthCare facility, we offer our patients and residents outstanding care, delivered by highly skilled practitioners in a warm and comfortable setting. Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents....
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
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Cost of nursing homes in Chelmsford, MA

The average cost of senior living in Chelmsford is $7,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waltham, MA with an average of $7,058 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Chelmsford, MA vs. nearby cities

Chelmsford, MA
$7,187/mo
$7,221/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Chelmsford, MA vs. the state and national average

Chelmsford, MA
$7,187/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Chelmsford vs. other types of senior living

$7,185/mo
Nursing Homes
$7,187/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Chelmsford, MA by room type

Semi-Private
$6,160/mo
Studio
$6,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,057/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,163/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Chelmsford over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Chelmsford

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Chelmsford

Putnam Farm at Danvers

4.9
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large ...
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Bridges by EPOCH at Nashua

5.0
Everyone is amazing. The care given to my mother (85) is beyond anything that we have ever expected!! Her day is filled with activities that the staff make sure she is engaged in. The food is amazing! The field trips make her smile!! So wonderful!!

Cadbury Commons in Cambridge, MA

3.8
Our experience with this community was good, overall it is kept pretty clean. The care services are pretty reliable, the activities were however a little bit weaker. The food at this community was very good, and we really liked the responsiveness of the staff and the availability the memory care ...
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Chelmsford nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Chelmsford nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Chelmsford, 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 Chelmsford nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Chelmsford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.3%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
75%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.6%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.9%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Chelmsford nursing homes

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 Chelmsford Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Chelmsford nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Chelmsford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
39.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
60.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Chelmsford nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Chelmsford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Chelmsford, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
53.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Chelmsford nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Chelmsford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Chelmsford, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.4%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.1%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Atria Longmeadow Place, Arbors of Bedford and The Gables at Winchester are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Chelmsford, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.

There are 37 nursing homes facilities near Chelmsford, Massachusetts. See the full list.

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