Traditions of Dedham
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dedham, MA
Traditions of Dedham
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Dedham, MA
Traditions of Dedham has been running at 735 Washington St since 2002, which puts it at 24 years and counting. The community spans independent living, personal care, memory care, and respite services, all inside a three-story, 95-bed building with studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts.
The Walk Score sits at 57, moderately walkable, and the community is only 1.4 miles from Dedham’s city center. Norwood Hospital is 3.53 miles out, close enough that it’s not an afterthought if health needs shift.
Day-to-day care covers the essentials that actually matter: help with daily activities, laundry, meals, and a system for coordinating with outside healthcare providers when a resident’s needs go beyond what’s handled in-house. Transportation and fitness and recreation programs round out the practical side. Spacious common areas give residents room to actually move around and socialize, and social events and wellness programming are built in, not an afterthought tacked onto a brochure.
Twenty-four years of operating history, four levels of care under one roof, and a location close to both downtown Dedham and a hospital: what Traditions of Dedham is is a community built for staying power, one that can likely accommodate a resident’s needs as they change over time without requiring a move somewhere new.
95-bed community Rank #110 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
24 years in operation Rank #96 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 96th out of 181 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: 57 / 100 Rank #226 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 226th 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Year Opened2002
Profit StatusFor-profit
Traditional
81 units
Special Care
14 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
95 units
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Laura Crosby, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Total Employees
25
Full-Time Employees
25
Not co-located with a nursing home
No Alzheimer's certification
Fax(781) 251-9329
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
What does this home offer?
No pets allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Traditions of Dedham
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1.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Dedham's city center to Traditions of Dedham's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.53 miles to nearest hospital (Norwood Hospital)
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Compare Assisted Living around Dedham
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.
| Charter Senior Living of Dedham | AL MC RC | Dedham (Common Street) | 113
Facility
113
MA AVG
94
Rank
#74 / 276 | Yes | 25 |
12
Facility
12
MA AVG
53
Rank
#455 / 498 | Studio / 1 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
22
Rank
#62 / 181 | - | No | No |
| Traditions of Dedham | AL IL MC RC | Dedham | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
94
Rank
#110 / 276 | No | 14 |
57
Facility
57
MA AVG
53
Rank
#226 / 498 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 24
Facility
24
MA AVG
22
Rank
#96 / 181 | A+ | Yes | No |
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Traditions of Dedham is located in Dedham, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Traditions of Dedham
Is Traditions of Dedham in a walkable area?
Traditions of Dedham has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Traditions of Dedham been in business?
Traditions of Dedham has been operating for approximately 24 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Traditions of Dedham?
No, Traditions of Dedham has a no-pet policy.
Does Traditions of Dedham operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Traditions of Dedham is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Traditions of Dedham have?
Traditions of Dedham has 95 beds.
Are there photos of Traditions of Dedham?
Yes — there are 4 photos of Traditions of Dedham in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Traditions of Dedham?
Traditions of Dedham is located at 735 Washington St, Dedham, MA 02026.
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