Duxbury House Memory Care Residence
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duxbury, MA

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Duxbury, MA

Overview of Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

Nestled in the historic town of Duxbury, Massachusetts, Duxbury House Memory Care Residence stands as a distinguished senior living community, offering a personalized and compassionate approach to memory care. Specifically designed for residents facing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, this community provides a secure and comfortable haven. As part of the Welch Senior Living family, with a rich legacy spanning over 70 years, Duxbury House Memory Care Residence is committed to caring for residents with the warmth and dedication of family.

Duxbury House features 12 thoughtfully designed suites, creating an intimate environment that feels like home. Residents have access to a beautiful living room, a welcoming country kitchen, and a range of programs meticulously crafted to stimulate the mind, body, and spirit. The community takes pride in its dedicated and compassionate staff, who deliver personalized care and unwavering support to each resident and their family. Beyond providing exceptional care, the community is devoted to helping residents reconnect with their loved ones, fostering a sense of belonging and meaningful connections.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 24 Rank #174 / 176Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 174th out of 176 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.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #204 / 244Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 204th out of 244 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.
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About This Community

License Details

AccreditationsMemory Care Seal of Excellence by the National Council of Certified Dementia Practitioners

Awards

2025 Best of the South Shore (BOSS) Award for Best Senior Living Community

Certifications & Programs

Memory Care Excellence Network — National Council of Certified Dementia PractitionersA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.
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.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of 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
24 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency response and security systems.
Safety FeaturesDementia-friendly safety features and directional cues.

Staffing & Medical

3 services
24-Hour Staffing
Telehealth Visit Coordination
Hydration Program

Additional Services

5 services
Laundry & Linen
Housekeeping
MaintenanceListed as: Daily bed making and trash removal
TransportationListed as: Scheduled local transportation
  • Assistance with coordination of healthcare needs and medical appointments

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Country Kitchen
Secure Outdoor Patios and Gardens
Wii Fitness
Activities
Trivia and Brain Games
Movie Nights
Painting and Crafts
Lunch Outings
Cooking
Gardening
Current Events
Music and Live Entertainment
Cognitive Wellness Programs

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Duxbury House Memory Care Residence.
  • Low-sodium / heart-healthy options.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeTwo-story
Room Types
Private Room
In-Room Features
Individually Controlled Heat And Air Conditioning Private Bathroom With Spacious Accessible Layout Ample Clothes Closets (In-Unit)

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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 2024 · 2 years 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.
6 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 2024 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (33% below)
• Citations per inspection (5% 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. 69.0 This facility has 33% fewer total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (6 vs. MA avg 9).↓ 33% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 6.06.3 This facility has 5% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (6 vs. MA avg 6.3).↓ 5% 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 Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

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Places of interest near Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

Address 3.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Duxbury's city center to Duxbury House Memory Care Residence's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 7.69 miles to nearest hospital (Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital - Plymouth)

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Compare Assisted Living around the area

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.
Goddard House Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Brookline
115
Facility 115
MA AVG 81
Rank #16 / 176
Yes40
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 45
Rank #81 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 153
-YesNo
Evans Park at Newton Corner
AL
MC
RC
Newton (Newton Corner)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 81
Rank #20 / 176
Yes17
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 45
Rank #32 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #9 / 153
ANoNo
Heights Crossing Assisted Living
AL
MC
RC
Brockton
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 81
Rank #35 / 176
Yes21
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 45
Rank #57 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #21 / 153
AYesNo
Brookdale Cape Cod
AL
MC
Hyannis
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 81
Rank #86 / 176
Yes20
32
Facility 32
MA AVG 45
Rank #150 / 244
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 153
A+YesNo
Duxbury House Memory Care Residence
AL
MC
Duxbury (Tarkiln)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 81
Rank #174 / 176
No24
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 45
Rank #204 / 244
Private Rooms--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

Frequently Asked Questions about Duxbury House Memory Care Residence

What neighborhood is Duxbury House Memory Care Residence in?

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence is in the Tarkiln neighborhood of Duxbury.

Is Duxbury House Memory Care Residence in a walkable area?

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence has a walk score of 17. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Duxbury House Memory Care Residence?

No, Duxbury House Memory Care Residence has a no-pet policy.

Does Duxbury House Memory Care Residence operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Duxbury House Memory Care Residence have?

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence has 24 beds.

Has Duxbury House Memory Care Residence had any citations?

Duxbury House Memory Care Residence has had 6 reported citations according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).

Are there photos of Duxbury House Memory Care Residence?

Yes — there are 34 photos of Duxbury House Memory Care Residence in the photo gallery on this page.

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