The Atrium at Cardinal Drive
Memory Care & Respite Care · Agawam, MA
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive
Memory Care & Respite Care · Agawam, MA
Overview of The Atrium at Cardinal Drive
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive is a 44-bed memory care residence on Cardinal Drive in Agawam, Massachusetts. With nearly three decades of experience serving memory care needs to older adults, it offers the stability and specialized focus that families want when selecting a dedicated memory care setting.
The facility sits in a quieter residential pocket of Agawam. The neighborhood scores 34 on the Walk Score, so a few nearby services are walkable, but most shopping, dining, and appointments need a brief drive. This setting attracts families valuing a calm, low-traffic environment and easier parking for visits. Such memory care communities are tailored to the unique needs of occupants with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Programming, care routines, and the physical environment are typically structured to bolster orientation, reduce agitation, and maintain dignity and engagement as cognitive abilities change. Daily activities, meaningful social connections, and supportive staff presence form this care model’s pillars. The home’s 44-bed size offers a middle ground between huge senior living facilities and small, intimate settings. Occupants benefit from a small-enough scale to know staff and neighbors while maintaining the resources like dietary flexibility, activity programming, and on-site support that bigger communities provide.
Visiting The Atrium at Cardinal Drive in person is crucial for families considering memory care options. Tour the living spaces, observe daily activities, meet the care team, and ask about staffing levels, training in dementia care, dining accommodations, and how the home approaches behavioral support and family involvement. Such discourses will help clarify how well it matches your loved one’s needs.
44-bed community Rank #245 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 245th 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.
29 years in operation Rank #27 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th 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: 34 / 100 Rank #338 / 492Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 338th out of 492 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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About this community
Year Opened1997
Profit StatusFor-profit
Special Care
44 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.
No
Total beds
44 units
Co-located with Nursing Home
Fax(413) 821-9912
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Agawam's city center to The Atrium at Cardinal Drive's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.06 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center)
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Memory Care in Massachusetts
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive is located in Agawam, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Atrium at Cardinal Drive
Is The Atrium at Cardinal Drive in a walkable area?
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive has a walk score of 34. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
How long has The Atrium at Cardinal Drive been in business?
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Atrium at Cardinal Drive?
Yes, The Atrium at Cardinal Drive allows residents to bring their pets.
Does The Atrium at Cardinal Drive operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does The Atrium at Cardinal Drive have?
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive has 44 beds.
Are there photos of The Atrium at Cardinal Drive?
Yes — there are 6 photos of The Atrium at Cardinal Drive in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of The Atrium at Cardinal Drive?
The Atrium at Cardinal Drive is located at 153 Cardinal Dr, Agawam, MA 01001.
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