New Pond Village
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Walpole, MA

New Pond Village

Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Walpole, MA

Overview of New Pond Village

Situated in the beautiful neighborhood of Walpole, MA, the New Pond Village is a trusted senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. This community provides a relaxed and maintenance free living for all its residents. Spacious and cozy accommodations tailored to the needs of its residents are available. With a dedicated and trained team, residents can avail varying levels of care and support through its Lifecare contract. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions are supported by certified dementia practitioners.

Experience its top-notch amenities and services including housekeeping and laundry services and on-site salon and barbershop. Indulge in gourmet dining experience prepared a talented culinary team. Participate in a full calendar of activities to further enhance wellness and social engagements. With the New Pond Village, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement experience.

Bed community size
64-bed community Rank #198 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
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
Walk Score: 25 / 100 Rank #379 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 379th 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
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

Boston Magazine Top Senior Living Community
U.S. News & World Report Best Independent Living Community
U.S. News & World Report Best Memory Care

License Details

Year Opened2017

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
49 units
Special Care
15 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

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactTom Grape, Chairperson/CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(508) 668-8893
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Activities
Courtyard
Pet Friendly
Outings

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 578 / 590 / 851 / 864 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for New Pond Village

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Places of interest near New Pond Village

Address 2.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Walpole's city center to New Pond Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2 miles to nearest hospital (Norwood Hospital)

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Compare Independent Living around Canton

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.

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Mansfield (Mansfield Center)
104
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Yes18
21
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27
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MA AVG 22
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C-NoNo
NewBridge on the Charles
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AL
MC
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87
Facility 87
MA AVG 94
Rank #138 / 276
Yes36
8
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MA AVG 53
Rank #480 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 22
Rank #118 / 181
-NoNo
New Pond Village
IL
AL
MC
Walpole (Plimptonville)
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 94
Rank #198 / 276
Yes15
25
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MA AVG 53
Rank #379 / 498
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #156 / 181
C-NoNo
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IL
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Brockton (Downtown)-Yes-
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 53
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

New Pond Village is located in Walpole, 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 New Pond Village

What neighborhood is New Pond Village in?

New Pond Village is in the Plimptonville neighborhood of Walpole.

Is New Pond Village in a walkable area?

New Pond Village has a walk score of 25. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has New Pond Village been in business?

New Pond Village has been operating for approximately 9 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at New Pond Village?

Yes, New Pond Village allows residents to bring their pets.

Does New Pond Village operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

New Pond Village is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does New Pond Village have?

New Pond Village has 64 beds.

Are there photos of New Pond Village?

Yes — there are 9 photos of New Pond Village in the photo gallery on this page.

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