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Care Home in Middlesex County

Carleton-Willard Village

Care Home in Middlesex County

Carleton-Willard Village

Overview of Carleton-willard Village

Experience the finest things in retirement living with Carleton-willard Village, a non-profit community in Bedford, MA, dedicated to offering skilled nursing care, rehabilitation, and assisted living. Residents enjoy utmost comfort and safety in their well-appointed accommodations with easy access to cozy common areas and amenities like their hair salon, auditorium, and the Victoria Café. Dedicated to helping residents live their best lives without worries, the community provides them with comprehensive care services, including daily living assistance, therapy services, and more.

Those living with memory conditions will thrive in a safe and secure environment with access to a multi-level activity program designed to give them enriching experiences that nurture their overall well-being. Dining is a cozy and satisfying experience in the community with its flexible dining options and well-prepared meals that suit residents’ individual dietary needs and preferences.

(781) 275-8700

Managed by Jeffrey R. Williams

Executive Director

Jeffrey R. Williams is an experienced executive with a distinguished career in financial services and education across Greater China. He was the inaugural Executive Director and General Manager of Harvard Center (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Harvard University’s base of operations in China. Jeff has held senior roles at Citibank, American Express, and Standard Chartered Bank, and serves as an advisor and director for multiple organizations in Asia.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 3m per day 39m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 3h 19m per day 2h 16m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 4h 57m per day 3h 27m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 9m per day 4m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 55m per day 28m per day 29m per day
Walk Score
Walk Score: 6 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Barbara Doyle, C.E.O.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments

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Building Type: Single-story

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Dining Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Types of Care at Carleton-Willard Village

Care Home Independent Living

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Compare Care Homes around Middlesex County The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

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CareOne at Concord
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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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.

Concord
135
No
24
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments
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No
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The Leonard Florence Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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Chelsea
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1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments
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Sudbury Pines Extended Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

Sudbury
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No
43
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments
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No
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Cohen Florence Levine Estates
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.

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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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Chelsea
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88
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments
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Yes
No
Carleton-Willard Village
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Care Homes

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.

Bedford
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No
6
1 Bed / 2 Bed Apartments
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A+
No
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Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.04
44% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.86

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.12
27% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 1.54

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 15.3%
41% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 25.8%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 4.4%
63% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 11.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.0%
100% better than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 50.8%
5% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 40.8%
19% worse than Massachusetts average

Massachusetts average: 50.6%

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+, Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$1,500/month (individual, varies by region).

$2,000 (individual, excludes home, car).

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+, Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Not assessed; need-based.

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled, Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).

No strict limit; copays vary by income (~$24,980-$75,000/year individual).

Not assessed.

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand statewide.

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