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Cadbury Commons
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cambridge, MA
Exterior view of a senior living facility with flag Front entrance of Cadbury Commons with flowers Colorful decorations in a cozy common area Residents engaging in an arts and crafts activity indoors

Cadbury Commons

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Cambridge, MA
66 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02140 View map
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Overview of Cadbury Commons

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Cadbury Commons offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Cambridge, MA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living supports daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication management. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering, and having several care levels allows someone’s support to increase as needs change.

The community has 74 beds, with private and semi-private rooms available. Respite care gives a resident a short stay when their usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while short-term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services support a temporary recovery period.

Restaurant-style dining includes low sodium and heart healthy options. Residents can spend time in the fitness center, outdoor courtyard and garden, library, art gallery, and Richard’s Pub, with scheduled activities such as yoga, Zumba, walking groups, and balance and strength exercises. Pets are allowed, so a resident may be able to continue living with a pet. With a Walk Score of 86, the area is very walkable and most errands can be done on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently.

Facility Direct Line (617) 868-0575
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 74 Rank #101 / 175Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 101st 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 A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #21 / 152Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 21st 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.
29 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #22 / 243Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 22nd 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.
86 / 100

About This Community

License Details

Year Opened1997

Certifications & Programs

Certified Assisted Living ResidenceA state license or designation held by the community.
Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) — National Council of Certified Dementia PractitionersStaff hold the Certified Dementia Practitioner credential from the NCCDP, which requires formal Alzheimer's/dementia training and hands-on experience - a signal of dedicated dementia-care training beyond state minimums.
Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP)Memory-care programming adapting Montessori methods to dementia: structured, purposeful activities matched to each resident's remaining abilities to support independence and engagement. Based on published research; implementation varies by community.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
50 units
Special Care
24 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
74 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Services

3 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 to local places of worship
Social Work & Case ManagementListed as: Social worker-led support groups

Contact Information

Fax(617) 868-0023
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Fitness Center
Computers
Courtyard
Garden
Art Gallery
Longfellow Room
Richard's Pub
Rotating Art Exhibits
Activities
Stretching Exercises
Zumba
Yoga Classes
Walking Activities
Exercise Classes
After Dinner Balance and Strength Group
Dance Classes
Crossword
Bridge Club
The Great Courses Series and Ted Talks
Current Events Discussions
Monthly Public Library Book Visits
Resident-Run Play Reading Group
Classical Music
Art Shows and Gallery
Choir
Courtyard Gardening
Arts & Crafts
Meditation
Scenic Drives
Movies
Happy Hour In Pub
Museum Trips
Local a Cappella Group Performances
Met Opera Simulcast Outings
Bso Open Rehearsal Outings
Onsite Jazz Concerts
On-Site Concerts and Speakers
Lectures
Chess
Resident Monthly Meetings
  • Monthly visits from community volunteers and school children

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Cadbury Commons.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
Private Rooms Semi-Private Rooms

Contact Cadbury Commons

Managed by Julie Lund

Associate Executive Director

Over 9 years of experience

Julie Lund has been with Cadbury Commons since 2017, bringing over 9 years of management experience to the community. With a background in nursing and psychiatric care, she focuses on training, hiring, and implementing core policies to meet the individualized needs of residents and families. Her leadership supports the community’s ongoing evolution and commitment to quality care.

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Address 1.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cambridge's city center to Cadbury Commons's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Cambridge

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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
Wingate Residences at Needham
AL
MC
Needham (Needham Heights)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 81
Rank #56 / 175
Yes22
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 45
Rank #80 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 22
Rank #109 / 152
B-NoYes
The Residence at Melrose Station
AL
IL
MC
RC
Melrose
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 81
Rank #58 / 175
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 45
Rank #8 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 152
-NoNo
The Residence at Watertown Square
AL
IL
MC
RC
Watertown
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 81
Rank #58 / 175
Yes25
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 45
Rank #5 / 243
Studio / 1 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #115 / 152
-NoNo
The Arbors at Stoneham
AL
MC
Stoneham
84
Facility 84
MA AVG 81
Rank #80 / 175
Yes26
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 45
Rank #219 / 243
1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #115 / 152
-YesNo
Cadbury Commons
AL
IL
MC
Cambridge
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 81
Rank #101 / 175
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 45
Rank #22 / 243
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 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 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Cadbury Commons is located in Cambridge, 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 Cadbury Commons

Is Cadbury Commons in a walkable area?

Cadbury Commons has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Cadbury Commons been in business?

Cadbury Commons has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cadbury Commons?

Yes, Cadbury Commons allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Cadbury Commons?

The team at Cadbury Commons can be reached at info@cadburycommons.com.

Does Cadbury Commons operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Cadbury Commons is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Cadbury Commons have?

Cadbury Commons has 74 beds.

Are there photos of Cadbury Commons?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Cadbury Commons in the photo gallery on this page.

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