Overview of Weldon Gardens

Spend a blissful retirement at Weldon Gardens, a distinct community in Medford, MA, offering independent living. The community features thoughtfully furnished and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, ensuring residents are comfortable and safe. Laundry spaces and maintenance services are also provided, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Thriving local shops and recreational spaces are also available nearby, providing endless leisure and wellness opportunities. Restaurants in the area also allows residents to enjoy a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s warm and inviting environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their best years.

Bed community size
75-bed community Rank #173 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 173rd out of 276 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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 93 / 100 Rank #24 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 24th out of 490 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Specific ProgramsSaltonstall Building, Walkling Court, Tempone Apartments, Weldon Gardens, Phillips Apartments, Doherty Apartments, LaPrise Village, Willis Avenue
Touring HoursMon, Tue, Wed: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thur: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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.
The Gables at Winchester
IL
AL
RC
Winchester
123
Facility 123
MA AVG 94
Rank #55 / 276
Yes-
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 53
Rank #249 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
-NoNo
AVIVA Country Club Heights
IL
AL
MC
RC
Woburn
107
Facility 107
MA AVG 94
Rank #86 / 276
Yes24
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #258 / 490
Traditional (83), Special Care (24)
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
ANoNo
Weldon Gardens
IL
Medford (Medford Square)
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 94
Rank #173 / 276
No-
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 53
Rank #24 / 490
1 Bed--No-
Springhouse Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Boston (Brook Farm)
49
Facility 49
MA AVG 94
Rank #234 / 276
Yes13
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 53
Rank #400 / 490
1 Bed / 2 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
-YesNo
Cabot Park Village
IL
Newtonville-Yes-
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 53
Rank #164 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
C-No-

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Weldon Gardens is located in Medford, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Weldon Gardens

What neighborhood is Weldon Gardens in?

Weldon Gardens is in the Medford Square neighborhood of Medford.

Is Weldon Gardens in a walkable area?

Weldon Gardens has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at Weldon Gardens?

No, Weldon Gardens has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Weldon Gardens?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Weldon Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Weldon Gardens?

Weldon Gardens is located at 35 Bradlee Rd, Medford, MA 02155.

What is the phone number of Weldon Gardens?

(781) 396-7200 will put you in contact with the team at Weldon Gardens.

Does Weldon Gardens provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Weldon Gardens is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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