The Residence at Watertown Square
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Watertown, MA

The Residence at Watertown Square

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Watertown, MA

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 90 Rank #125 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #131 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st 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.
12 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #19 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened2014

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
65 units
Special Care
25 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
90 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(617) 924-8102
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Amenities & Lifestyle

Bistro
Library
Parking
Salon
Dining
Patio
Fitness Center
Living Rooms
Entertainment Space
Specific ProgramsTemporary Stay and Respite Care

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Residence at Watertown Square

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Address 0.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Watertown's city center to The Residence at Watertown Square's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Cambridge

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.
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.
Wingate Residences at Needham
AL
MC
Needham (Needham Heights)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 94
Rank #123 / 276
Yes22
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 53
Rank #226 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 22
Rank #125 / 181
B-NoYes
The Residence at Watertown Square
AL
IL
MC
RC
Watertown
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
Yes25
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 53
Rank #19 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #131 / 181
-NoNo
The Residence at Melrose Station
AL
IL
MC
RC
Melrose
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 53
Rank #24 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
-NoNo
Cadbury Commons
AL
IL
MC
Cambridge
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 94
Rank #176 / 276
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 490
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-NoNo
Neville Place Assisted Living
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Cambridge (Cambridge Highlands)
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 94
Rank #182 / 276
Yes13
68
Facility 68
MA AVG 53
Rank #180 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #90 / 181
-YesNo

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Residence at Watertown Square is located in Watertown, 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 The Residence at Watertown Square

Is The Residence at Watertown Square in a walkable area?

The Residence at Watertown Square has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has The Residence at Watertown Square been in business?

The Residence at Watertown Square has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Residence at Watertown Square?

Yes, The Residence at Watertown Square allows residents to bring their pets.

Does The Residence at Watertown Square operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Residence at Watertown Square is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does The Residence at Watertown Square have?

The Residence at Watertown Square has 90 beds.

Are there photos of The Residence at Watertown Square?

Yes — there are 16 photos of The Residence at Watertown Square in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Residence at Watertown Square?

The Residence at Watertown Square is located at 20 Summer St, Watertown, MA 02472.

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