Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norwood, MA
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Norwood, MA
Overview of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
A 90-bed assisted living community at 40 Clapboardtree Street in Norwood, Massachusetts, is Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree. Housed in a three-story building, it offers a mix of studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, making it a mid-sized option in the Norwood market. Operating for 29 years, the home has a long track record of serving the area’s senior population.
The facility provides three care levels: assisted living for occupants needing help with daily activities like bathing, medication management, and meals while being as independent as possible, memory care for those with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, and respite care for families seeking short-term stays when needing a momentary break from caregiving duties. This set of services means the home serves residents across different care needs, though all units operate in the same building. Benchmark is located in a residential part of Norwood that scores 30 on the Walk Score scale. It’s then an average walkable neighborhood where some errands can be done on foot, with most trips requiring transportation. The setting is tranquil and residential, not in a busy commercial area, which captivates occupants and families preferring a neighborhood feel. A crucial note for prospective residents: Benchmark is not co-located with a nursing home on its campus.
Families should clarify with Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree whether skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services are offered on-site or if they’d need to arrange such services outdoors. Visitors considering it should arrange a tour to see floor plans, navigate common areas, and learn directly about the amenities, dining options, daily activities, and specialized programming for memory care residents. Conversing with staff will also clarify pricing, accepted payment methods, and staffing levels across three care types.
90-bed community Rank #125 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th 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.
9 years in operation Rank #156 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th out of 181 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #360 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 360th 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 Opened2017
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Traditional
69 units
Special Care
21 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
90 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(781) 352-0468
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
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
Places of interest near Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
0.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Norwood's city center to Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 1.78 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.
| Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree | AL MC RC | Norwood | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
94
Rank
#125 / 276 | Yes | 21 |
30
Facility
30
MA AVG
53
Rank
#360 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 9
Facility
9
MA AVG
22
Rank
#156 / 181 | C- | No | No |
| Sunrise of Norwood | AL MC RC | Norwood | 72
Facility
72
MA AVG
94
Rank
#180 / 276 | Yes | 27 |
60
Facility
60
MA AVG
53
Rank
#215 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#27 / 181 | - | No | No |
| Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood | AL MC | Westwood (University Station) | 64
Facility
64
MA AVG
94
Rank
#198 / 276 | No | 64 |
45
Facility
45
MA AVG
53
Rank
#289 / 498 | Private / Companion Suites | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
22
Rank
#140 / 181 | - | No | No |
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Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree is located in Norwood, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
Is Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree in a walkable area?
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree been in business?
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree?
Yes, Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree have?
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree has 90 beds.
Are there photos of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree?
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree is located at 40 Clapboardtree St, Norwood, MA 02062.
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