The Massachusetts Assisted Living Association (Mass-ALA) is a non-profit association dedicated to professionally operated assisted living residences in Massachusetts that provide housing and services for individuals with varied needs and income levels. Established in 1990 as a state affiliate of the Assisted Living Federation of America (ALFA), now called Argentum, Mass-ALA has grown to hundreds of members including assisted living providers and associated professionals. Mass-ALA provides information, education, advocacy and support to the assisted living community. Mass-ALA promotes the philosophy of assisted living which includes offering cost-effective quality care tailored to the individual’s needs; fostering independence, respect, dignity, and the right to privacy for each resident; allowing each resident choice of care and lifestyle; providing a safe, residential environment and making the assisted living residence a valuable community asset.