The Scandinavian Living Center
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Newton, MA
The Scandinavian Living Center
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Newton, MA
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.
40-bed community Rank #255 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 255th out of 276 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
31 years in operation Rank #24 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 180 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #223 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 223rd out of 498 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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 Opened2000
Profit StatusFor-profit
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.
ContactMr. Joseph Carella, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Total Employees
23
Full-Time Employees
23
Not co-located with a nursing home
No Alzheimer's certification
Fax(617) 527-2078
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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2.3 miles from city center
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
| Hebrew SeniorLife | AL HC HOS IL MC NH PC SNF | Boston (Roslindale) | 50
Facility
50
MA AVG
94
Rank
#232 / 276 | No | - |
38
Facility
38
MA AVG
53
Rank
#324 / 498 | - | - | - | No | - |
| The Scandinavian Living Center | AL RC | Newton (West Newton) | 40
Facility
40
MA AVG
94
Rank
#255 / 276 | No | - |
58
Facility
58
MA AVG
53
Rank
#223 / 498 | 1 Bed | 31
Facility
31
MA AVG
24
Rank
#24 / 180 | - | Yes | No |
| Rogerson House | AL MC RC | Boston (Jamaica Hills) | 40
Facility
40
MA AVG
94
Rank
#255 / 276 | No | 40 |
91
Facility
91
MA AVG
53
Rank
#39 / 498 | Studio | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Compass on the Bay | AL MC RC | South Boston | 39
Facility
39
MA AVG
94
Rank
#262 / 276 | Yes | 39 |
72
Facility
72
MA AVG
53
Rank
#162 / 498 | Studio | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | - | No | No |
| Benchmark at Hanover | AL MC RC | Hanover | - | Yes | - |
41
Facility
41
MA AVG
53
Rank
#309 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
24
Rank
#37 / 180 | C- | 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. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has The Scandinavian Living Center been in business?
According to the BBB and MA state health department records, The Scandinavian Living Center has been operating for approximately 26 years.
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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