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They were great until my sister got sicker. They did their best but the cost got very high. My sister died there in hospice care The staff are all very nice and try their best.
the staff is caring, and engaging with the residents. The chef and wait staff understand allergies and go out of their way to accommodate. However, the weekly cleaning isn't always as hoped
5 across the board- The staff are all very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately, my mom needs memory care now and we have to move her. I wish she could have stayed at SB longer.
I would tell others looking that once they get past the initial "salesperson" they should check to see how available admin staff is to answer routine and/or out of the ordinary questions. Atria is mostly...
My dad was at Brook meadow about 8 months and loved it. The staff is superb and there are all kinds of activities for everyone to enjoy. Extremely clean and homey. Would definitely recommend Brook meadow.
It's seven months since we moved into our apt at The Residences at Highland Glenn Westwood, MA. Our Mgr, [name removed] and her staff have made us feel so welcome. All questions and requests have been...
I just moved in and family and friends will agree this is a wonderful place to live. They are accommodating and helpful. Activities are uplifting it's better than being home alone and bored and lonely.
What we liked the most about the Grove Manor Estates is that they took loving care of my husband and were always very kind towards me as well. Someone was always available for me to speak with. My husband...
My aunt has been with Maplewood for just under a year now and we couldn’t be more pleased with the transition \ service! The staff is phenomenal and they offer a vast array of activities and outings! We love...
My sister spent time at Sunrise of Braintree, Ma and loved every minute of her experience. The sales team and management made it a seamless process to determine her needs. She loved her room, the caretakers,...
The community is excellent and very caring. They can't do enough for my Mom. Every staff person calls her by her first name. It's been six months and my Mom is just now embracing the transition. It's taken a...
Staff are wonderful and attentive always checking i. With my mother and alerting me when they have concerns It is beautifully kept up and I liked the smaller feeling of the facility. We looked at larger...
I picked this community, because it's a very nice community. Close to my family.Apartment is great. Great surroundings. Beautiful apartments. Close to Stores and highway. Beautiful town. I would recommend to...
The facility and staff are extremely supportive and helpful. They just need to find more long term help. They need more hires to take the residents from the memory loss floor downstairs for the activities...
I would tell my friend that overall it was excellent. The management was fantastic. The staff, especially the front desk and the dining crew were very friendly and helpful. The meals and dining were good,...
I picked Wingate because of the facilities location and the visual appeal of the buildings and the grounds. Very clean, very classy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. And the executive staff is always...
We give the Traditions of Dedham all 5 stars, and based on the experience we have had with them so far we would definitely recommend them to other families. Traditions of Dedham has really given us a peace...
I am very happy with the facility and the staff staff. They are very nice and friendly. I did find, on the day we moved my mom in, there was no one really there to give us any direction and we didn't really...
I chose Evans Park at Newton Corner because of its' location (near my daughter and favorite first cousin)and because of its' activities calendar. I am now President of the Resident Council and a Resident...
The factors that made us choose Neville Place as a good fit for our mom continue to be the factors that bring satisfaction: the setting-direct access to the walking trails around Fresh Pond; the openness to...
The services are very personalized for the resident. It is a relatively small facility so they can afford to provide that level of attention. That, the openness to the greater community through hosting...
Not all services offered are actually available. Lots of selling points when you sign up are a bit misleading but it's staffing problems mostly, which always makes you wonder if the people are well paid and...
My dad doesn't care too much for the food, so I find myself doing a lot of Uber Eats to satisfy his appetite. While Fenno House is on the lower end for pricing in the area, you get what you pay for. Yes, I...
I am very glad to be here. It would be better if there were more opportunities to interact with younger people on a regular basis. One thing I miss is interesting discussions about current events. I do enjoy...
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Boston is not car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Boston include a number of bus, commuter rail, subway, and ferry options managed by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Boston has robust biking infrastructure and is walkable.
Boston offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Massachusetts General Hospital and Boston Medical.
With one of the largest reputations in the county, the city of Boston boasts a wide set of attractions and a vibrant local culture. Some renowned and senior-friendly attractions throughout Boston include the Museum of Fine Arts, the New England Aquarium, and the historic Paul Revere House. The city is also home to a number of senior centers that host wide-ranging activities to fit a variety of interests.
Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Residences at Highland Glen are the top-rated independent living facilities near Boston, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 103 independent living facilities near Boston, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Boston, Massachusetts are Atria Longmeadow Place, Brookmeadow at Blue Hills and Residences at Highland Glen. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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