The Scandinavian Living Center
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Newton, MA

The Scandinavian Living Center

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Newton, MA

Overview of 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 40 Rank #207 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 207th out of 227 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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #77 / 178Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 178 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.
26 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #198 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 438 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.
58 / 100

About this community

License Details

Year Opened2000

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Traditional
40 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.
Yes
Total beds
40 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Staff Details

Total Employees
23
Full-Time Employees
23

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(617) 527-2078
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Places of interest near The Scandinavian Living Center

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Newton's city center to The Scandinavian Living Center'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. 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.
Atria Longmeadow Place
AL
IL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes13
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 54
Rank #218 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 178
-YesNo
The Residence at Boylston Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chestnut Hill
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 86
Rank #63 / 227
No18
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 54
Rank #124 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #77 / 178
-NoYes
Youville Place
AL
MC
Lexington (Munroe Station)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 86
Rank #70 / 227
Yes24
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 54
Rank #324 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
-YesNo
Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
AL
MC
RC
Boston (Brighton)
84
Facility 84
MA AVG 86
Rank #106 / 227
Yes28
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 54
Rank #77 / 438
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #14 / 178
C-NoYes
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
-YesNo

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Scandinavian Living Center is located in Newton, 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 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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