Traditions of Dedham
Assisted Living · Dedham, MA

Overview of Traditions of Dedham

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.

(781) 326-0000

Types of Care at Traditions of Dedham

Assisted Living
Bed community size
95-bed community Rank #110 / 279Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 110th out of 279 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #93 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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
Walk Score: 57 / 100 Rank #226 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 226th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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License Details

Year Opened2002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-Profit
Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
81 units
Special Care
14 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.
Yes
Total beds
95 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMs. Laura Crosby, Executive Director

Staff Composition

Total Employees
25
Full-Time Employees
25

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Contact Information

Fax(781) 251-9329
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Dedham's city center to Traditions of Dedham's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.53 miles to nearest hospital (Norwood Hospital)

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Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Traditions of Dedham is located in Dedham, 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).
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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.
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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.
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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
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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 Traditions of Dedham

Is Traditions of Dedham in a walkable area?

Traditions of Dedham has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Traditions of Dedham been in business?

According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Traditions of Dedham has been operating for approximately 24 years.

Does Traditions of Dedham operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Traditions of Dedham is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Traditions of Dedham have?

Traditions of Dedham has 95 beds.

What is the address of Traditions of Dedham?

Traditions of Dedham is located at 735 Washington St, Dedham, MA 02026, United States.

What is the phone number of Traditions of Dedham?

(781) 326-0000 will put you in contact with the team at Traditions of Dedham.

Is Traditions of Dedham Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Traditions of Dedham is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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