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

Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Norwood, MA. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while the resident keeps a private apartment.

Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Respite care offers a short stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 90 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom layouts. A studio gives one resident a single private space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

The community may be a good fit for a family seeking short term care or for a resident who needs a secured, supervised memory care setting. With a Walk Score of 30, the area is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.

Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet to the community.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 90 Rank #58 / 175Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 58th out of 175 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info An established community with some operational experience and growing routines. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #135 / 152Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 135th out of 152 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
9 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #154 / 243Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 154th out of 243 assisted living communities we track 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. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
30 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A Not Accredited
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About This Community

License Details

Year Opened2017

Certifications & Programs

Benchmark Dream Now — Benchmark Senior LivingA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.
Brain in Play — Benchmark Senior LivingA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

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

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Brain In Play Neurodegenerative Disease Program

Additional Services

5 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation assistance
Laundry & Linen
MaintenanceListed as: Maintenance and groundskeeping · 24-hour emergency maintenance and management
Concierge

Contact Information

Fax(781) 352-0468
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Garden
Walking Paths
Fitness Center
Wellness Center
Library
Laundry
Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Salon
Art Gallery
Movie Theater
Spacious Patios with Grills and Fire Features
Outdoor Patio with Benches
Recreation Rooms for Crafts and Games
Gazebos and Shaded Outdoor Spaces
Computer Lab with Internet Access
Common Media Rooms
Private Dining Room
Activities
Music Classes
Crafts Classes
Arts Classes
Exercise Classes
Outings
Movies
Benchmark Strong Balance and Posture Program
Tai Chi/Qigong Classes
Barre Classes
Chair and Traditional Yoga
Dancing
Stretching Classes
Indoor and Outdoor Concerts
Cooking Demonstrations
Holiday Celebrations
Lifelong Learning Seminars
Therapeutic Indoor and Outdoor Gardening
Intergenerational Programs
Benchmark Dream Now Bucket-List Program
Birthday and Anniversary Parties
Rendever Virtual Reality ExperiencesImmersive virtual-reality activities from Rendever let older adults explore places, revisit memories, and share experiences with others—supporting engagement and social connection.
Resident Councils
Book Discussion Groups
Gardening Clubs
Men's and Women's Groups
Choir
Pet Therapy Programs
Technology Workshops

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree.
  • Diabetic-friendly options.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.
  • Private dining room for family events.
  • Bistro / café on site.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Semi-Private / Shared Room
In-Room Features
In-Unit Refrigerator In-Unit Dishwasher And Disposal Large Closets

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
5 citations 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (44% below)
• Citations per inspection (21% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 59.0 This facility has 44% fewer total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (5 vs. MA avg 9).↓ 44% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 5.06.3 This facility has 21% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (5 vs. MA avg 6.3).↓ 21% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 121.0 This facility has had 95% fewer total inspections than the Massachusetts average (1 vs. MA avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 95% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree

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Address 0.9 miles from city center Info 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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Compare Assisted Living around Norwood

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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree
AL
MC
RC
Norwood
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 81
Rank #58 / 175
Yes21
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 45
Rank #154 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #135 / 152
ANoNo
Sunrise of Norwood
AL
MC
RC
Norwood
72
Facility 72
MA AVG 81
Rank #105 / 175
Yes27
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 45
Rank #72 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 152
-NoNo
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
AL
MC
Westwood (University Station)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 81
Rank #119 / 175
No64
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 45
Rank #115 / 243
Private / Companion Suites
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #122 / 152
-NoNo

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree is located in Norwood, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age —
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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. Car-dependent. 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.

Has Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree had any citations?

Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree has had 5 reported citations according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).

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.

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