Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Franklin, MA
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Franklin, MA
Overview of Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
Twenty-nine years into operating in Franklin, Massachusetts, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill runs a 97-bed assisted living, memory care, and respite care community out of a three-story building. The setup includes studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units, and the area scores 39 on walkability, somewhat walkable, meaning a few nearby errands work on foot but most trips still need a car. Tom Grape leads the organization as Chairperson and CEO.
Sixteen of the community’s 97 beds sit in a dedicated special care section, separate from the 81 traditional assisted living units. That split means memory care residents have their own designated space within the building rather than being folded into general assisted living without distinction.
Day-to-day, residents get transportation services and fitness and recreation programming, and pets are welcome, removing one common barrier for families weighing a move.
What stands out about Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is the combination of long operating history, nearly three decades, with a structurally separate memory care unit built into the same property. That pairing points toward a community equipped to support residents through a shift in care needs without requiring a move elsewhere.
97-bed community Rank #107 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 107th out of 276 homes in Massachusetts for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
29 years in operation Rank #37 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 180 homes in Massachusetts for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #319 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 319th out of 498 homes in Massachusetts for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Year Opened1999
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Traditional
81 units
Special Care
16 units
Low Income Rooms
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
No
Total beds
97 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactTom Grape, Chairperson/CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Not co-located with a nursing home
Fax(508) 541-6591
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
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2.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Franklin's city center to Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 13.56 miles to nearest hospital (Norwood Hospital)
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
| Brookdale Attleboro | AL MC | Attleboro (Brookdale Attleboro) | 130 | Yes | A+ | 18 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Brookdale Eddy Pond | AL MC | Auburn | 103 | Yes | A+ | 16 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill | AL MC RC | Franklin (Forge Hill Road) | 97 | Yes | C- | 39 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Cape Cod | AL MC | Hyannis | 80 | Yes | A+ | 32 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Commons in Lincoln | AL IL MC NH SNF | Lincoln | 32 | Yes | C- | 5 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill
What neighborhood is Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill in?
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is in the Forge Hill Road neighborhood of Franklin.
Is Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill in a walkable area?
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill been in business?
According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill has been operating for approximately 27 years.
Are pets allowed at Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill?
Yes, Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill have?
Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill has 97 beds.
Are there photos of Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Benchmark Senior Living at Forge Hill in the photo gallery on this page.
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