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The Cordwainer
Built around memory care, respite care, and assisted living, The Cordwainer operates in Norwell, MA. Memory care is for dementia far enough along to carry a wandering risk, and it works through supervision in a secured setting. Assisted living takes on the everyday tasks. A respite stay is temporary by definition, and the caregiver’s own schedule is usually what sets its length.
Fifty-four beds is the count here, small enough that a resident and the staff stop being new to one another quickly. The Walk Score is 30, well inside the car-dependent band, and a ride does the errands.
Three programs carry names of their own rather than a general heading. They are The Learned Environment, Daily Life, and Suites.
Community insights.
About This Community
- The Learned Environment℠ cognitive therapy program (painting, drawing, sculpture)
- Music immersion (instrument learning, drumming circles)
- Cultural and language discovery classes (Spanish, French, Italian)
- Oversized European Windows with Woodland Views
- Anytime / all-day dining.
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 4 citations 1 inspection
Inspection Scorecard
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• Total citations (56% below)
• Citations per inspection (37% below)
Citations
| This Facility | MA Average | vs. MA Avg |
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Total citations
| 4 | 9.0 | This facility has 56% fewer total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (4 vs. MA avg 9).↓ 56% better |
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Citations per inspection
| 4.0 | 6.3 | This facility has 37% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (4 vs. MA avg 6.3).↓ 37% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MA Average | vs. MA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 1 | 21.0 | 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 |
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3.3 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Norwell's city center to The Cordwainer'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-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.
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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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| Goddard House Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Brookline | 115
Facility
115
MA AVG
81
Rank
#16 / 176 | Yes | 40 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
45
Rank
#81 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#21 / 153 | - | Yes | No |
| Evans Park at Newton Corner | AL MC RC | Newton (Newton Corner) | 112
Facility
112
MA AVG
81
Rank
#20 / 176 | Yes | 17 |
82
Facility
82
MA AVG
45
Rank
#32 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#9 / 153 | A | No | No |
| Heights Crossing Assisted Living | AL MC RC | Brockton | 100
Facility
100
MA AVG
81
Rank
#35 / 176 | Yes | 21 |
67
Facility
67
MA AVG
45
Rank
#57 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / Companion Suite | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#21 / 153 | A | Yes | No |
| Brookdale Cape Cod | AL MC | Hyannis | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
81
Rank
#86 / 176 | Yes | 20 |
32
Facility
32
MA AVG
45
Rank
#150 / 244 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
22
Rank
#54 / 153 | A+ | Yes | No |
| The Cordwainer | AL MC RC | Norwell | 54
Facility
54
MA AVG
81
Rank
#144 / 176 | No | - |
30
Facility
30
MA AVG
45
Rank
#155 / 244 | - | - | A | No | - |
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 The Cordwainer
Is The Cordwainer in a walkable area?
The Cordwainer has a walk score of 30. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Are pets allowed at The Cordwainer?
No, The Cordwainer has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does The Cordwainer have?
The Cordwainer has 54 beds.
Has The Cordwainer had any citations?
The Cordwainer has had 4 reported citations according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).
Are there photos of The Cordwainer?
Yes — there are 3 photos of The Cordwainer in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does The Cordwainer provide?
The Cordwainer offers Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.
What is the address of The Cordwainer?
The Cordwainer is located at 555 Cordwainer Drive, Norwell, Ma 02061, Norwell, MA 02061.
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