Boston, MA · Assisted Living Residence
Assisted Living Inspection Lookup in Boston, MA
Verify license status and inspection records for 85 nearby communities before you tour. Regulated by MA Bureau of Health Care Safety and Quality.
How to search in Boston
- On the Massachusetts portal, search "Boston" or ZIP 02108
- The Boston metro has approximately 85 licensed communities — compare at least 3
- Filter or search near Back Bay if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Cambridge if proximity to family matters
- Filter or search near Brookline if proximity to family matters
- Search MA facility quality portal
- Review plan of correction from surveys
Popular areas to search near
- Back Bay
- Cambridge
- Brookline
- Newton
- Quincy
- • Facility won't provide recent state survey or inspection results
- • High administrator or director turnover (ask how long current director has been there)
- • Staff unable to answer basic questions about dementia care or medication policies
- • Strong chemical odor, unclean common areas, or residents appearing unattended during tour
- • Pressure to sign contract before touring or before care assessment
FAQs — Boston
How do I look up assisted living inspections in Boston, MA?▾
Use the MA Bureau of Health Care Safety and Quality official portal. Search by "Boston" or ZIP code 02108, then review survey citations, complaint investigations, and current license status for each community you're considering.
How many assisted living facilities are in Boston?▾
The Boston metro area has approximately 85 licensed Assisted Living Residence communities. Always verify the specific facility's license and latest survey — counts change as facilities open and close.
Does Medicaid pay for assisted living in Boston?▾
Some MA Medicaid waiver programs may cover care services (not always room and board) in participating facilities. Use our free Massachusetts Medicaid checker for a preliminary screening.