Frequently Asked Questions

While both assisted living and memory care provide personalized support for older adults, memory care is specifically designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.

Assisted living focuses on helping residents maintain independence while receiving support with daily activities such as medication management, bathing, dressing, meals and housekeeping. Memory care provides these services as well, but within a more structured and secure environment designed to support cognitive health, familiarity and safety.

Many families begin exploring assisted living after noticing subtle changes in a loved one’s daily routine, safety or overall well-being. These changes can look different for every person, but common signs may include difficulty managing medications, increased isolation, mobility challenges, missed meals, housekeeping concerns or caregiver stress.

Assisted living can provide support before daily challenges become overwhelming. Rather than taking away independence, the right community can help older adults maintain confidence, social connection, wellness, and quality of life with the right level of assistance available when needed. Families often tell us they feel reassured knowing their loved one has access to compassionate care, engaging resident life programs and 24-hour on-site licensed nursing staff in a supportive environment.

Assisted living at The Herrick House is designed for older adults who value their independence but may benefit from additional daily support. Residents enjoy private apartments, restaurant-style dining, enriching social opportunities and access to supportive care in a welcoming community environment.

Our team works closely with each resident and family to create individualized care plans that evolve alongside changing needs. Services may include assistance with bathing, dressing, medication management, mobility support and wellness coordination while still encouraging residents to maintain their routines and independence.

The Herrick House offers a wide range of services and amenities designed to make daily life more comfortable and enjoyable.

Residents can choose from studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom private apartments with spacious bathrooms and kitchenettes, three nutritious meals served daily (dietary accommodations available), housekeeping and linen services, regularly scheduled transportation, events and outings 7 days a week, heat, hot water, A/C, cable television, 24-7 licensed nurse on-site, wellness programs and thoughtfully planned social activities.

Additional amenities include beautifully maintained gardens and walking paths, a library, salon and spa services, wireless internet access, comfortable gathering spaces and enriching educational and spiritual programs.

Every aspect of life here is designed to support wellness, independence, meaningful engagement and peace of mind for residents and their families.

Certain care levels and medication management are available at an additional cost.

Yes. The Herrick House offers respite care and short-term stays up to 30 days for older adults who may benefit from temporary support in a community setting.

Respite care can be especially helpful for family caregivers who need short-term assistance, during recovery after a hospital stay, or while exploring long-term senior living options. Guests receive full access to supportive care, meals, activities, wellness programming and community amenities while enjoying the comfort of a professionally supported environment.

Short-term stays also give families an opportunity to experience daily life at The Herrick House firsthand before making a longer-term decision.

Spectrum at The Herrick House is our memory care program that features specially trained team members, secure common areas, personalized programming, and compassionate support tailored to the unique needs of residents living with memory loss.

The Herrick House understands the unique care for residents who suffer from cognitive impairments. Staff receive additional, specialized training to better serve residents and their loved ones.

Our memory care neighborhood is overseen by the Director of Resident Care. Interested in seeing our memory care community for yourself? Call 978-524-4293 to schedule a tour.

We offer apartments to fit any need, ranging in size from studios to two-bedroom suites. The apartments at The Herrick House are both modern and private. They overlook our meticulously maintained gardens and grounds, offering both a scenic view and natural light.

We're happy to provide details and discuss current availability. Contact us today at 978-922-1999 to speak to an advisor.

Life at The Herrick House is active, engaging and personalized to the interests of the people who live here. Our Resident Life team creates a full calendar of opportunities focused on wellness, creativity, social connection, lifelong learning and enjoyment.

Residents may participate in fitness classes, educational programs, gardening activities through Eldergrow Gardening, social gatherings, spiritual programs, musical events, seasonal celebrations and community outings. Dining is also an important part of the experience, with chef-prepared meals, special events and elevated offerings such as seasonal lobster bakes that bring residents together.

Some residents enjoy staying socially active throughout the day, while others prefer quieter routines surrounded by comfortable spaces, mature gardens and welcoming neighbors. In our community, daily life is shaped around individual preferences.

Yes. We are proud to be a pet-friendly assisted living community because we understand the comfort, companionship and joy pets often bring to daily life.

For many older adults, pets provide routine, emotional support, familiarity and connection. We welcome residents’ pets whenever possible and encourage families to speak with our team about specific guidelines and accommodations.

Our culinary staff is trained to provide delicious meals to our residents and can accommodate special dietary requirements like diabetic, low sodium, texture-modified, vegetarian/vegan and others. 

Although The Herrick House does not have a dedicated chapel, we offer weekly church services, communion and rosary as well.

Our recreation program assistants use their expertise and creativity to develop a full schedule of activities and events, such as social opportunities, physical wellness activities, spiritual activities and creative and artistic offerings.

Limited wireless internet access is available throughout the community. This is a free service for our residents, families and guests.

To ensure the safety of residents and staff, The Herrick House is equipped with a security/camera system, which monitors all entrances, hallways and parking lots. The Herrick House has a state-of-the-art wireless emergency response system, and each resident is provided with a personal alarm device.

In addition, we perform regularly scheduled fire and disaster evacuation drills for the safety and protection of our residents.

Our community features 24-hour on-site licensed nursing staff and Resident Care Aides who help oversee personalized care plans, medication management, and day-to-day wellness support.

Because The Herrick House is located on the upper campus of Beverly Hospital and part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, residents also benefit from coordinated access to healthcare services and providers when needed. Families often find comfort knowing support is nearby while their loved one continues enjoying an active and engaging community environment.

Our team can also help coordinate physician orders, ancillary services, medical appointments and additional healthcare needs to help simplify communication and provide continuity of care.

Our 24-hour licensed nursing staff allows The Herrick House to offer services unique from those offered in other traditional settings. Each resident receives an individualized and customized care plan specific to their needs that is updated from time to time to reflect the needs of the resident for personal care services. 

Our personalized approach to care focuses on peace of mind and independence. Our continuum of care allows residents to age in place at The Herrick House.

Residents have the right to contract with an outside provider for any healthcare need at any time. 

As a nonprofit senior living community, The Herrick House is guided by a mission centered on resident well-being, compassionate support and long-term community value rather than corporate profit goals.

For many families, this means a greater focus on personalized care, education, thoughtful services and meaningful resident experiences. Decisions are made with residents and families in mind, helping create a culture that is both supportive and relationship driven.

Visitors are welcome at any time. We invite you to schedule a personalized visit and learn more about our welcoming community and all we have to offer. You can speak to an advisor by calling 978-922-1999.

You can also visit a resident any time you like, although our doors are alarmed and secured between the hours of 8 pm and 6 am.

Yes, you would need to complete an assessment prior to moving in. Licensed nurses assess each resident's emotional, physical, and functional needs. Following move-in, ongoing assessments are conducted and updated based on a resident's changing needs as well as requests for increased services.

Every family’s financial situation is unique, and there are often more options available than many people realize. Common ways families pay for assisted living, or memory care may include private pay, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, reverse mortgages or other financial resources.

Rates at The Herrick House are determined by apartment size. The Herrick House has a one-time Community Fee of $6,000.  We would be happy to help you decide which apartment fits your needs and budget. Please call 978-922-1999 for more information and current rates.

Our team understands that financial planning can feel overwhelming at first. We encourage families to ask questions early so we can help guide conversations around available options, pricing, and planning resources.

The Herrick House does not accept Medicare. However, Medicare may pay for medical costs incurred while the senior resides in the community.