Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Westwood, MA
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Westwood, MA
Focusing on memory care, Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood is a respected senior living community in University Avenue, Westwood, MA strives to enhance the quality of life of individuals with dementia. 14 Purposely built and sophisticated private residences and two spacious companion suites await seniors as they move into the community. With its dedication to residents’ welfare, Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood takes pride in a team of well-trained and certified professionals delivering top-tier care and assistance.
Live without worries with carefully curated activities and enriching programs highlighting residents’ aspirations and strengths. Have the finest dining experience with healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Bridges By EPOCH at Westwood is a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years creating lasting moments.
64-bed community Rank #198 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 276 homes 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 cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
11 years in operation Rank #140 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 140th out of 181 homes 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 cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 45 / 100 Rank #288 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 288th out of 490 homes 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 cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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.
About this community
Year Opened2015
AccreditationsPurple Flag for Dementia Care Accredited
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Special Care
64 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
64 units
Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter
Safety FeaturesSafety check features in suites.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Total Employees
11
Full-Time Employees
11
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home
Fax(781) 708-9987
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm
Memory Care Suites
24/7 Telehealth Services
Safe And Secure Environment
Activitieseducation and support for those affected by dementia
Specific ProgramsEducational Events
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Private / Companion Suites
Building Type: Two-story
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
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3.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Westwood's city center to Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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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.
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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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| 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
#357 / 490 | 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
#213 / 490 | 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
#288 / 490 | Private / Companion Suites | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
22
Rank
#140 / 181 | - | No | No |
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Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood is located in Westwood, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood
What neighborhood is Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood in?
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood is in the University Station neighborhood of Westwood.
Is Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood in a walkable area?
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood been in business?
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood?
No, Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood has a no-pet policy.
Does Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood have?
Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood has 64 beds.
Are there photos of Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood?
Yes — there are 31 photos of Bridges® by EPOCH at Westwood in the photo gallery on this page.
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