Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Senior Living Solutions in Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Assisted Living (Mass-ALA) has been a trusted advocate for professionally operated assisted living residences since 1990. Our organization provides critical information, education, and advocacy for both members and the seniors they serve, promoting a model of care rooted in dignity, privacy, and independence. We lead the assisted living industry through operational support, educational initiatives, and policy advocacy, ensuring residents receive personalized care that respects their autonomy and individuality. With decades of experience, our team offers specialized expertise in regulatory compliance, service planning, and community development, positioning us as a respected authority in senior living.Our commitment to transparency, ethical standards, and client-centered care has earned us recognition as a reliable resource for families, professionals, and policymakers. Through continuous innovation and collaboration, we strive to enhance the quality of life for older adults while supporting the growth and sustainability of assisted living providers across Massachusetts.
Services
Assisted Living Residences
Special Care Units
Educational Programs
Regulatory Compliance Support
Resident Advocacy Services
Care Coordination
Staff Training
Community Development
Policy Advocacy
Resource Guides
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience advocating for assisted living excellence
- Our team provides specialized regulatory and operational expertise for senior care
- We offer comprehensive educational resources for residents and industry professionals
- Our advocacy shapes state policies that benefit assisted living communities
- We maintain a statewide network of accredited assisted living providers
Services
Assisted Living Residences
Assisted living residences provide apartment-style housing with personalized support services for seniors needing help with daily activities. These communities offer 24/7 staff assistance, meals, medication management, and social programs while promoting resident independence and dignity. Services are tailored to individual needs through personalized care plans that adapt as residents' requirements change over time.
Special Care Units
Special care units offer enhanced support for residents with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. These secure environments feature specialized staff training, structured daily programming, and safety-focused design elements. Units provide increased supervision, behavior management strategies, and family education programs to address the unique needs of memory care residents across different stages of cognitive decline.
Regulatory Compliance Support
Mass-ALA provides comprehensive regulatory guidance to assisted living providers through training programs and policy interpretation. Our experts help members navigate Massachusetts Chapter 19D regulations, state licensing requirements, and federal compliance standards. This includes assistance with certification processes, resident rights implementation, and maintaining adherence to evolving industry regulations while ensuring quality care delivery.
Educational Programs
We deliver specialized educational programs for assisted living professionals, including executive director training and compliance certification courses. Our curriculum covers leadership development, operational best practices, and specialized care techniques. These programs help staff maintain industry expertise, improve service quality, and meet ongoing professional development requirements through both in-person and virtual learning formats.
Resident Advocacy Services
Mass-ALA advocates for residents' rights through educational resources and support services that promote informed decision-making. We help families understand their options, navigate payment programs, and access quality care. Our advocacy efforts focus on protecting residents' privacy, autonomy, and choice while ensuring assisted living communities maintain high standards of care and ethical service delivery.
People
Brian Doherty
President and CEO
Brian Doherty leads Mass-ALA with over two decades of senior living experience, focusing on policy advocacy and industry leadership to advance quality assisted living services across Massachusetts.
Christina Broughton
Manager of Member Engagement and Business Development
Christina Broughton connects members with resources and growth opportunities, leveraging her expertise in senior living operations to strengthen industry networks and professional relationships.
Christina Greenberg
Director of Marketing and Communications
Christina Greenberg develops strategic communications and marketing initiatives to promote Mass-ALA's mission and enhance public understanding of assisted living benefits and resources.
Barbara Southall
Director of Education
Barbara Southall oversees educational programming, designing training curricula that enhance professional competence and ensure compliance with evolving standards in assisted living care.
Liz Picardi
Manager of Business Operations
Liz Picardi manages business operations with a focus on organizational efficiency, supporting Mass-ALA's mission through strategic resource management and member service coordination.
Questions
What services do Massachusetts assisted living residences provide?
Assisted living residences offer help with activities of daily living, medication management, meals, emergency response systems, housekeeping, transportation, and social activities tailored to seniors' needs.
Does Mass-ALA help find assisted living options?
Yes, we provide a searchable directory, resource guides, and personalized assistance to help families find appropriate assisted living residences across Massachusetts.
What payment options are available for assisted living?
Payment options include private pay, Medicaid programs (GAFC, SCO, PACE), veterans benefits, long-term care insurance, and housing assistance programs like Section 8 and Low Income Housing Tax Credits.
Are there special care units for dementia patients?
Many Massachusetts assisted living residences offer specialized memory care units with secure environments, trained staff, and programs designed to support residents with Alzheimer's or dementia.
How does Mass-ALA support assisted living professionals?
We provide educational programs, compliance training, industry networking opportunities, and advocacy resources to help assisted living professionals maintain high standards of care.
