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The Scandinavian Living Center
The Scandinavian Living Center opened in Newton, Massachusetts, in 2000. This building has now served the local area for 31 years. It is a one-story facility with 40 beds for assisted living and short-term respite care.
Residents live in one-bedroom apartments. The location has a Walk Score of 58, meaning it is moderately walkable. Joseph Carella is the Executive Director in charge.
Every day, residents receive helpful services like weekly cleaning, medicine checks, and rides to appointments. These services help seniors stay independent while getting the help they need.
Workers are available at all times. A licensed nurse is always there to help based on each person’s specific needs. The community also offers wellness activities, such as light stretching exercises, to help everyone stay healthy and active throughout the week.
After thirty years, the center still offers special features like a warm fireplace, a garden area, and a hair salon. These small details help make the environment feel like home.
The center also provides respite care. This is a very important choice for families who only need a place for a short time. It is a good alternative to moving into a facility forever when it is not needed.
This is a small and established home focused on personal care and medical help. It is not a very large or confusing campus. For families looking for a one-story building with a long history of helping seniors, this center offers a very clear and reliable choice. The community combines its long experience with a focus on caring for each individual person.
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What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
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2.3 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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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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| Atria Longmeadow Place | AL IL MC | Burlington | 110
Facility
110
MA AVG
86
Rank
#42 / 227 | Yes | 13 |
53
Facility
53
MA AVG
54
Rank
#218 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MA AVG
22
Rank
#54 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
| The Residence at Boylston Place | AL IL MC RC | Chestnut Hill | 99
Facility
99
MA AVG
86
Rank
#63 / 227 | No | 18 |
78
Facility
78
MA AVG
54
Rank
#124 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#77 / 178 | - | No | Yes |
| Youville Place | AL MC | Lexington (Munroe Station) | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
86
Rank
#70 / 227 | Yes | 24 |
28
Facility
28
MA AVG
54
Rank
#324 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#26 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
| Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle | AL MC RC | Boston (Brighton) | 84
Facility
84
MA AVG
86
Rank
#106 / 227 | Yes | 28 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
54
Rank
#77 / 438 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#14 / 178 | C- | No | Yes |
| The Scandinavian Living Center | AL RC | Newton (West Newton) | 40
Facility
40
MA AVG
86
Rank
#207 / 227 | No | - |
58
Facility
58
MA AVG
54
Rank
#198 / 438 | 1 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#77 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
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The Scandinavian Living Center is located in Newton, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Scandinavian Living Center
What neighborhood is The Scandinavian Living Center in?
The Scandinavian Living Center is in the West Newton neighborhood of Newton.
Is The Scandinavian Living Center in a walkable area?
The Scandinavian Living Center has a walk score of 58. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Scandinavian Living Center been in business?
The Scandinavian Living Center has been operating for approximately 26 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Scandinavian Living Center?
No, The Scandinavian Living Center has a no-pet policy.
Does The Scandinavian Living Center operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Scandinavian Living Center is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does The Scandinavian Living Center have?
The Scandinavian Living Center has 40 beds.
Are there photos of The Scandinavian Living Center?
Yes — there are 4 photos of The Scandinavian Living Center in the photo gallery on this page.
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