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Traditions of Dedham
Traditions of Dedham has been running at 735 Washington St since 2002, which puts it at 24 years and counting. The community spans independent living, personal care, memory care, and respite services, all inside a three-story, 95-bed building with studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts.
The Walk Score sits at 57, moderately walkable, and the community is only 1.4 miles from Dedham’s city center. Norwood Hospital is 3.53 miles out, close enough that it’s not an afterthought if health needs shift.
Day-to-day care covers the essentials that actually matter: help with daily activities, laundry, meals, and a system for coordinating with outside healthcare providers when a resident’s needs go beyond what’s handled in-house. Transportation and fitness and recreation programs round out the practical side. Spacious common areas give residents room to actually move around and socialize, and social events and wellness programming are built in, not an afterthought tacked onto a brochure.
Twenty-four years of operating history, four levels of care under one roof, and a location close to both downtown Dedham and a hospital: what Traditions of Dedham is is a community built for staying power, one that can likely accommodate a resident’s needs as they change over time without requiring a move somewhere new.
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What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dedham's city center to Traditions of Dedham's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.53 miles to nearest hospital (Norwood Hospital)
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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| Charter Senior Living of Dedham | AL MC RC | Dedham | 113
Facility
113
MA AVG
94
Rank
#74 / 276 | Yes | 25 |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
53
Rank
#452 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
22
Rank
#62 / 181 | - | No | No |
| Traditions of Dedham | AL IL MC RC | Dedham | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
94
Rank
#110 / 276 | No | 14 |
57
Facility
57
MA AVG
53
Rank
#224 / 490 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 24
Facility
24
MA AVG
22
Rank
#96 / 181 | A+ | Yes | No |
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Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Traditions of Dedham is located in Dedham, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Traditions of Dedham
Is Traditions of Dedham in a walkable area?
Traditions of Dedham has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Traditions of Dedham been in business?
Traditions of Dedham has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Traditions of Dedham?
No, Traditions of Dedham has a no-pet policy.
Does Traditions of Dedham operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Traditions of Dedham is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Traditions of Dedham have?
Traditions of Dedham has 95 beds.
Are there photos of Traditions of Dedham?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Traditions of Dedham in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Traditions of Dedham?
Traditions of Dedham is located at 735 Washington St, Dedham, MA 02026.
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