The Residence at Valley Farm
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ashland, MA
The Residence at Valley Farm
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Ashland, MA
Settled in the vibrant community of Ashland, MA, The Residence at Valley Farm is a dedicated senior living community providing independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can select from well-appointed and spacious accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia are served through its Reflections Memory Care Program which is based on a philosophy of empathy, expression, and mindfulness.
Offering top-of-the-line amenities and services, the community offers a 24/7 care and assistance, along with delightful and nutritious gourmet meals every day and concierge services like complimentary transportation. Explore its beautifully made shared spaces and get to know new friends. Participate in diverse life enrichment programs and community events to boost social engagement. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with The Residence at Valley Farm.
80-bed community Rank #156 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 156th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
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: 58 / 100 Rank #221 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 221st 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Year Opened2015
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Traditional
60 units
Special Care
20 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
80 units
Not co-located with a nursing home
Fax(508) 532-3199
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Residence at Valley Farm
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2.7 miles from city center
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
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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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| Carleton-Willard Village | AL IL MC NH SNF | Bedford | 179
Facility
179
MA AVG
94
Rank
#12 / 276 | No | - |
6
Facility
6
MA AVG
53
Rank
#481 / 490 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments | - | A+ | No | - |
| Cornerstone at Canton | AL MC | Canton | 87
Facility
87
MA AVG
94
Rank
#138 / 276 | Yes | 22 |
64
Facility
64
MA AVG
53
Rank
#197 / 490 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
22
Rank
#140 / 181 | A+ | No | No |
| The Residence at Valley Farm | AL IL MC RC | Ashland | 80
Facility
80
MA AVG
94
Rank
#156 / 276 | No | 20 |
58
Facility
58
MA AVG
53
Rank
#221 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 11
Facility
11
MA AVG
22
Rank
#140 / 181 | - | No | No |
| Forestdale Park Senior Living | AL IL MC RC | Malden (Maplewood) | 77
Facility
77
MA AVG
94
Rank
#171 / 276 | Yes | 18 |
37
Facility
37
MA AVG
53
Rank
#325 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed | 8
Facility
8
MA AVG
22
Rank
#166 / 181 | - | No | No |
| Carriage House at Lee’s Farm | AL IL MC | Wayland (Wayland Center Historic District) | 62
Facility
62
MA AVG
94
Rank
#204 / 276 | Yes | 29 |
34
Facility
34
MA AVG
53
Rank
#336 / 490 | Traditional (33), Special Care (29) | 12
Facility
12
MA AVG
22
Rank
#131 / 181 | - | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Residence at Valley Farm
Is The Residence at Valley Farm in a walkable area?
The Residence at Valley Farm has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Residence at Valley Farm been in business?
The Residence at Valley Farm has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Residence at Valley Farm?
No, The Residence at Valley Farm has a no-pet policy.
Does The Residence at Valley Farm operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Residence at Valley Farm is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does The Residence at Valley Farm have?
The Residence at Valley Farm has 80 beds.
Are there photos of The Residence at Valley Farm?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Residence at Valley Farm in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Residence at Valley Farm?
The Residence at Valley Farm is located at 369 Pond St, Ashland, MA 01721.
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