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Compare Memory Care around Norwood
The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.
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| Traditions of Dedham |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
LSL Luxury Senior Living | Dedham | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
93
Rank
#110 / 280 | No | 14 |
57
Facility
57
MA AVG
53
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#226 / 499 | Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
24
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#93 / 180 | A+ | Yes | No |
| Brightview Canton |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Canton (Ponkapoag) | 65
Facility
65
MA AVG
93
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#197 / 280 | No | 25 |
22
Facility
22
MA AVG
53
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#403 / 499 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 10
Facility
10
MA AVG
24
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#162 / 180 | - | No | No |
Traditions of Dedham is a ninety-five-bed assisted living facility at 735 Washington Street, Dedham, Massachusetts, managed by LCB Senior Living with over twenty-five years of experience in senior care. The facility opened in 2002 and has operated for twenty-six years, with eighty-one traditional units and fourteen special care units in a three-story building. The facility employs 25 full-time staff members and holds a Better Business Bureau rating of A+ (Not Accredited). Laura Crosby serves as Executive Director.
Housing options include studio, alcove, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations.
Traditions of Dedham offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care with twenty-four-hour staff availability. Services include medication management, assistance with activities of daily living, transportation, fitness and recreation programs, and memory care support with individualized care plans. The facility is located 1.4 miles from Dedham’s city center with a walk score of 57 (moderately walkable). Norwood Hospital is 3.53 miles away.
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health and Executive Office of Elder Affairs maintain regulatory oversight of assisted living communities. Families should request all current state inspection reports, verification of licensing status, and complete regulatory documentation from the facility or state agencies before placement.
Massachusetts’ Medicaid programs, including the Frail Elder Waiver and Senior Care Options, provide coverage for qualifying residents.
Prospective families should request complete regulatory documentation, current staffing records, staff certification documentation, and examine all available state inspection records before enrollment.
Overview of Brightview Canton
Have a magnificent retirement with Brightview Canton, located in the vibrant community of Canton, MA, offering a comprehensive range of services including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and enhanced care. The community features resort-style amenities and dining, ensuring an active and luxurious lifestyle. As an award-winning community, ranking 1st in FORTUNE Magazine for four consecutive years already, residents can receive the top-notch customized care and support they deserve.
Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including gourmet dining prepared by a talented culinary team, a full-service salon, and on-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Engage in a diverse set of life enrichment programs focusing on engagement, recreation, and wellness. With Brightview Canton, seniors are assured of enjoyable, fulfilling, and worry-free senior living.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Norwood, MA
What is the average cost of memory care in Norwood, MA?
The average monthly cost of memory care in Norwood, MA is approximately $6,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for memory care in Norwood, MA?
Memory care in Norwood, MA typically ranges from $5,000–$8,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Norwood, MA?
Memory care communities in Norwood, MA typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.
How many licensed memory care communities are there in Norwood, MA?
According to state licensing records, there are approximately 1+ (Sunrise of Norwood) licensed memory care communities in Norwood, MA.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Massachusetts?
Assisted living in Massachusetts supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
Does Massachusetts Medicaid cover memory care?
Massachusetts Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Massachusetts) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is memory care?
Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.
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