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Waterstone at Wellesley
Experience the retirement of your dreams with the astounding senior living community of Waterstone at Wellesley in Washington Street, Wellesley, MA offering assisted living and independent living. The community features 52 cozy and elegant accommodations for seniors’ comfort and security. Receive top-tier care and assistance from a competent and highly qualified team for a worry-free lifestyle.
Get to know other residents and have fun in the vibrant and welcoming environment of the community. With exciting events and enjoyable programs, residents always have something to do. Delightful and healthy meals are also available to meet nutritional requirements and tastes. As proof of its exceptional service, Waterstone at Wellesley was awarded the Best Independent Living by US News and World Report.
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About this community
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Mid-rise
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Mike Allen serves as the Executive Director of Waterstone at Wellesley, leading the community with a passion for senior care. He ensures seamless daily operations while supporting residents, their families, and staff. With over 25 years of leadership experience in senior living and healthcare, Mike has successfully opened and stabilized multiple communities and introduced innovative care strategies.
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1.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Wellesley's city center to Waterstone at Wellesley'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.
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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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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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| Brigham House | AL RC | Watertown | 62
Facility
62
MA AVG
81
Rank
#125 / 176 | No |
64
Facility
64
MA AVG
45
Rank
#63 / 244 | Traditional (62) | 24
Facility
24
MA AVG
22
Rank
#85 / 153 | - | Yes | No |
| Waterstone at Wellesley | AL IL | Wellesley (Wellesley Lower Falls) | 52
Facility
52
MA AVG
81
Rank
#146 / 176 | Yes |
71
Facility
71
MA AVG
45
Rank
#50 / 244 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 14
Facility
14
MA AVG
22
Rank
#108 / 153 | A | No | No |
| Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings | AL MC RC | Waltham (North Waltham) | - | Yes |
25
Facility
25
MA AVG
45
Rank
#168 / 244 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#21 / 153 | C- | No | - |
| EPOCH Senior Living – Waltham | AL IL MC | Waltham (Angleside) | - | No |
36
Facility
36
MA AVG
45
Rank
#137 / 244 | - | 19
Facility
19
MA AVG
22
Rank
#101 / 153 | A+ | No | - |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities
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Waterstone at Wellesley is located in Wellesley, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterstone at Wellesley
What neighborhood is Waterstone at Wellesley in?
Waterstone at Wellesley is in the Wellesley Lower Falls neighborhood of Wellesley.
Is Waterstone at Wellesley in a walkable area?
Waterstone at Wellesley has a walk score of 71. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Waterstone at Wellesley been in business?
Waterstone at Wellesley has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Waterstone at Wellesley?
Yes, Waterstone at Wellesley allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Waterstone at Wellesley operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Waterstone at Wellesley is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Waterstone at Wellesley have?
Waterstone at Wellesley has 52 beds.
Are there photos of Waterstone at Wellesley?
Yes — there are 15 photos of Waterstone at Wellesley in the photo gallery on this page.
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