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The Residence at Watertown Square
Step into the inviting embrace of The Residence at Watertown Square, where classic home-inspired living meets the convenience of residential assisted living. Tucked in the heart of Cambridge, this home offers a spectrum of options, from independent living to memory care facilities, all designed to create a sense of comfort and belonging for seniors. Elevating senior living to an art form, it welcomes temporary stays or respite care needs with open arms. With three chef-prepared meals daily, transportation services, and 24-hour staffing, peace of mind is a constant companion.
The community extends its care by offering memory care qualifications that adhere to the highest standards, with associates certified by the National Institute for Dementia Education. From housekeeping and maintenance to enriching exercises and personalized laundry services, the home makes sure that every aspect of life is tended to. It also features a library, parking garage, patio entertainment space, and a salon. The Residence at Watertown Square ensures every day is an opportunity for comfort and connection.
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0.3 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-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.
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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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| Wingate Residences at Needham | AL MC | Needham (Needham Heights) | 91
Facility
91
MA AVG
81
Rank
#56 / 175 | Yes | 22 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
45
Rank
#80 / 243 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 13
Facility
13
MA AVG
22
Rank
#109 / 152 | B- | No | Yes |
| The Residence at Watertown Square | AL IL MC RC | Watertown | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
81
Rank
#58 / 175 | Yes | 25 |
94
Facility
94
MA AVG
45
Rank
#5 / 243 | Studio / 1 Bed | 12
Facility
12
MA AVG
22
Rank
#115 / 152 | - | No | No |
| The Residence at Melrose Station | AL IL MC RC | Melrose | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
81
Rank
#58 / 175 | Yes | 25 |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
45
Rank
#8 / 243 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
22
Rank
#54 / 152 | - | No | No |
| The Arbors at Stoneham | AL MC | Stoneham | 84
Facility
84
MA AVG
81
Rank
#80 / 175 | Yes | 26 |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
45
Rank
#219 / 243 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 12
Facility
12
MA AVG
22
Rank
#115 / 152 | - | Yes | No |
| Cadbury Commons | AL IL MC | Cambridge | 74
Facility
74
MA AVG
81
Rank
#101 / 175 | Yes | 24 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
45
Rank
#22 / 243 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#21 / 152 | - | No | No |
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Assisted Living in Massachusetts
The Residence at Watertown Square is located in Watertown, Massachusetts.
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