Communities in Arlington, MA

"The Delaney at the Vale wasn't right for us, but it was a fine facility. The staff was very helpful and spent a lot of time. It really seemed ideal for a certain kind of person, but we wanted to be more urban. We are New Yorkers, and it was like a resort. It's not really what we wanted. We needed it to be closer to town, that kind of thing, but the facility itself was brand new."

"I was able to visit Providence House, and the experience was very positive. It has a steel feel to it. No frills. I met their marketing personnel. I had lunch there, and the food was excellent. I have now decided to move there. The atmosphere also I felt that I fit in the place. I received their full package of information, and I was impressed with the scope of the activities available. The staff was very responsive. "

"Scandinavian Living Center was an absolutely lovely facility. Great staff, beautiful, lots of recreational and educational opportunities, and good food. It had beautiful rooms, small, intimate settings. You name it, they have it: music, dance, games, outside speakers coming in, and community organizations that meet in the building so the seniors can participate. You basically have a little apartment with a little bit of a kitchenette, but they had communal meals too."

"My visit with Waltham Crossings was very good. It seemed like a nice facility. They were very friendly. They gave my sister and me a lot of information. The rooms were very nice. They had a variety of different setups depending on what you wanted. It sounded like they had regular group activities. We saw a group playing a board game, and we saw another group sitting around reading. There were people in their rooms and some entertaining guests in the common area. One of the things I would like is more out door walking tasks and things like that. I think it would be nice for the residents. "

"I saw Chestnut Park. I loved their unit, but it’s more expensive than we could manage. They do not have a nursing home, so if she required a nursing home, it would mean she’d have to go to another facility. They try to allow people to age in the place and people can bring in more nursing care, but that expense would be greater and overwhelming to me. They had very nice rooms that were not quite large but very nice. The people were lovely and everybody seemed happy. I would have loved to have had her there and have her very close to where I live, but it was just a little outside of our price range. "

"My father was at Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn for respite, and they were great. I talked to probably ten different places and they were the most personable, and they honestly made it feel like we were actually looking for a place in a community, and that they were sincere. They were just overall very friendly, answered all my questions, and were helpful resources. I had no idea how to navigate the whole scenario, but they were super helpful, very accommodating, very patient, and real good people to work with. His room was nice, bright, and clean. The building was pretty new, and so everything was updated with giant bathrooms. Actually, he had a studio, but it was still enough space for him. They organized a little theater show in December where people could sign up, they had music, happy hours, and different activities where they try to get people to engage. So, I think that's a good thing."

"The residents at Atria Longmeadow Place are all very friendly. I've eaten there a couple of times and in the eating area, the people are chatting, laughing, and having a good time. The staff is very helpful to each resident that is there. If it's 11:00 and you want to eat breakfast, they'll make it for you. They are a little bit more accommodating as far as that goes. They have happy hour twice a week and casino nights, so all the residents are invited and any of the family could come. They have a Mother's Day, and the family members can come to it. Once a week, they take the residents to a restaurant for lunch. My mother-in-law plays Wii bowling, and she's actually socializing. I don't think there is anything they can improve on. They're just very friendly. It's a private assisted living, so the upkeep of their facility is much better. They also do have an Alzheimer's unit. "

"My father has been in Sunrise of Burlington, MA since March. The place is really nice and well kept. We ate at their restaurant, and the food was good. I feel that they offer a balanced meal. He seems to be doing OK there. The place is not too big, and the grounds are really nice with a nice walking path around the entire property. The room that my dad has is really nice with a really nice view. The whole place feels more like a home. The one criticism that I have is that we were made to believe that he would have a care manager and a lot of times we feel that we are not informed about what's going on with his care. The communication is not great between the place and the family. "

Located in Brooklines Fisher Hill, a neighborhood designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted and full of history, Kiscos first senior living community in Massachusetts combines comfortable elegance and quality care with the authentic service and five-star hospitality for which Kisco Signature is known. Spacious independent and assisted living residences and memory care suites allow for a seamless continuum of care, no matter when you choose to make our community home. Youll enjoy all-inclusive services, including chef-prepared meals that meet an array of dietary needs, a robust calendar of life-enriching programs and personalized concierge services. As with all Kisco communities, your safety, peace of mind and personal needs are paramount. At The Newbury, independent living means award-winning surroundings, a complete array of bespoke amenities and the peace of mind that comes with a full continuum of care. Our residents enjoy: Spacious, maintenance-free residences with multiple floor plan options Chef-prepared dining in upscale and casual settings, with options for take-out and room service delivery 24/7 concierge and valet services Customized health and wellness programming Chauffeured transportation for appointments, personal errands, or group outings Emergency response system, emergency generator, and daily check-ins 24-hour front desk support and on-call maintenance team Assisted Living residents have access to a variety of dedicated common areas and valuable amenities, including: Exclusive dining room with multiple menu selections and everyday entrees three times daily Dedicated library, great room and activity space for Assisted Living residents Assisted Living Terrace, a central gathering space for events and celebrations Weekly housekeeping and basic laundry services Weekly scheduled transportation and planned social outings Signature Art of Living Well programming Concierge services In addition to spacious suites outfitted with a host of convenient features and the latest safety technology, our Memory Care residents enjoy a variety of included amenities and services: 24/7 security and an emergency response system with generator backup Personalized care plan that includes assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, eating and more Secure outdoor terrace for residents Access to a private soaking spa Multiple menu selections and everyday entrees three times daily in a dining room exclusively for Memory Care residents and their guests Weekly housekeeping and laundry services Specialized life skills activity programming daily To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification

"Atria Maplewood Place was pretty new and was very beautifully set up. The facility was very clean. The staff was very professional. The people were very nice. They seemed to have a lot of activities going on. They showed us the dining room and an area where people could cook if they wanted to. They had a doctor on call. However, I thought the price was high. Their studio was $4,700m, which looked like a large closet with a tiny bathroom, a shower and a tiny kitchenette. A one-bedroom is $,6,600 and the cost was prohibit of meals. "

"My mother-in-law moved into Susan Bailis Assisted Living. The facility is bright and welcoming. The people are very friendly. It is a nice place. The staff members are very helpful. My mother-in-law's room is very small, but sunny and modern. It's a one-bedroom. It seems like there are a lot of various activities for residents. They have a beauty salon, a library, a café, and a common room. My mother-in-law seems to really love the food. It's a beautiful building."

"My mother moved in nearly nine months ago and, originally, I was extremely hesitant sending her to live here due to preexisting reviews. It did not paint the place in a generous light, but I was working with very limited options. Taking the tour helped ease my worries. The building was extremely clean and the staff and other residents we bumped into during my visit where all extremely friendly and comforted my anxiety by saying that they enjoy living here. Since the move in date, I haven't heard any complaints from my mother. Shes become more social, often doing activities or going to entertainment. And, when I visit, she's hanging out with other residents in the common areas. She has very positive relationships with the staff members. And a lot of them go above and beyond what their job is supposed to be. They remind me a lot of a family unit. Recently they celebrated a baby shower for their kitchen staff and staff and residents alike were able to enjoy the event. For anyone who is hesitant to send their loved ones here. Don't be."

"I went to The Residence at Boylston Place. I was treated very well. They're upgrading their facility, so there was some construction going on but it didn't bother me. They're making it even nicer. By the time I'd be ready to move in if I did go there, it would be even more beautiful. It's a very nice architecture outside and inside. It's being brought up-to-date very nicely. The staff during the tour was very helpful. They have three meals a day and transportation and utilities are paid for. It's very attractive architecture and it's very clean. The dining area had very good lighting, was very spacious, and it looked like it would be an excellent place to sit down and dine and talk to residents."

"Spacious, clean, beautiful rooms. The residents and staff are wonderful here. The staff at Weston are very helpful and would do anything for their residents. The residents enjoy going on outings, spending time outdoors and seeing entertainers who come in. Highly recommend this facility "