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Waltham Crossings

126 Smith Street, Waltham, MA 02451

Assisted Living Memory Care Respite Care
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,225
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,322

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $4,593
  • Average State Price: $3,957
  • Average National Price: $3,754


  • Waltham Crossings Description

    Waltham Crossings is a large 89 bed community that offers assisted living, memory care and respite care and is about 2.6 miles outside the small town of Lincoln, Massachusetts. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, suite and semi-private or share or companion room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8.4 out of 10 making it the 2nd highest rated community in the city out of 4 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Memory Care

    Memory care offers specialized support for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia, focusing on safety, personalized care, and enhancing life quality.

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    Community Reviews

    8.2
    Waltham Crossings
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 63 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 2 out of 4 communities in Waltham
  • Ranking in State: 318 out of 664 communities in MA
  • Food and Dining B

    Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Reviews of Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings highlight a mix of experiences and opinions. Many reviewers appreciate the community's atmosphere, friendly staff, and the variety of activities available, including daily exercise classes, musical entertainment, and bingo. The facility is described as modern, clean, and well-maintained, with beautiful grounds and a homey feel. The food options receive positive mentions, with residents enjoying the ability to choose from a standard or daily special menu.

    Some reviewers express satisfaction with the care provided, noting that the staff is caring, responsive, and communicates well with families. The nursing staff, in particular, is praised for being attentive and offering helpful advice on managing care. The community's efforts to accommodate residents' dietary preferences and to modernize activities are also acknowledged.

    However, there are concerns regarding the responsiveness of the executive staff and the perceived value for the cost, especially for residents who may not utilize all the amenities offered. One review suggests that the sales pitch may have been misleading, with expectations not fully met. Another points out that for their loved one, many of the facility's features would be underused, questioning the cost-effectiveness for their specific needs.

    Overall, while many reviews are positive, highlighting the community's caring environment and range of amenities, there are suggestions for improvement in areas such as staff responsiveness and tailoring services to individual resident needs. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to clearly communicate their needs and stay involved with the staff to ensure a satisfactory experience.


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    Health

    Feeding Assistance

    Licensed Nursing

    Long-term Care

    Personal Care

    Respite Care

    Short-term Rehabilitation


    Services

    Linen Service

    Social Worker


    Activities

    Computer Room with Internet Access

    Crafts

    Exercise Classes

    Movies

    Music

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Ample Parking

    Common Areas

    Community with a Family Feel

    Concierge Service

    Gardens

    Groundskeeping


    Room Amenities

    Private Bathroom

    Sunroom


    Dining

    Chef Prepared Meals

    Demonstration Kitchen

    Modified Diets

    Nutritious Meals

    Private Dining Room

    Seasonal Menus


    Transportation

    Scheduled Transportation

    Transportation Assistance


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Lincoln which is 2.6 miles away and has a population of 8,197 (very small town).
    • The average income is $100,706, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 79
      • Low Temperature: 32
      • Average Temperature: 54.5
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 120 days of rain, 27 days of snow and 217 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 0.9 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 1.46 per 100 people which is very low compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 0.48 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 0.77 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.05 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 81.7 years old, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 165.0, Moderate Days 16.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 0.0, Unhealthy Days 0.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    Shaw's
    1.1 miles away
    Costco
    1.5 miles away
    Market Basket
    2.4 miles away
    Hannaford
    2.7 miles away
    Stop & Shop
    2.7 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Smith St @ Trapelo Rd
    0.1 miles away
    Smith St opp Loretta Rd
    0.2 miles away
    Smith St @ Loretta Rd
    0.2 miles away
    Trapelo Rd opp Berkley St
    0.3 miles away
    Trapelo Rd @ Berkley St
    0.3 miles away

    Banks

    Watertown Savings Bank
    1.1 miles away
    Bank of America
    1.1 miles away
    GameStop
    1.1 miles away
    Cambridge Trust
    2.6 miles away
    Boston Private Bank & Trust
    2.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Mass General Waltham
    1.3 miles away
    Boston Children's at Waltham
    3.1 miles away
    McLean Hospital
    3.4 miles away
    Lahey Hospital & Medical Center
    5.2 miles away
    Newton-Wellesley Hospital
    5.7 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS
    1.3 miles away
    Theater Pharmacy
    2.6 miles away
    Rogers Pharmacy
    2.7 miles away
    Walgreens
    2.7 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    2.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Lexington Smile Studio Fawn Rosenberg DMD FAGD
    1.2 miles away
    Lexington Prosthodontics
    2.6 miles away
    Failla and DeFrancesco Family Dentistry
    2.7 miles away
    Lexington Periodontics & Implantology, LLC
    2.8 miles away
    Waltham Dental
    3.6 miles away

    Parks

    Juniper Hill
    0.4 miles away
    Graverson Playground
    0.5 miles away
    Swommonland Trust
    0.6 miles away
    Concord Ave. Conservation Area
    0.8 miles away
    Lazazzero Playground
    0.9 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Kings Chapel
    10.7 miles away
    Old North Church
    10.8 miles away
    St. Leonard's Church
    10.8 miles away
    Grace Federated Church
    12.3 miles away
    United First Parish Church
    17.1 miles away

    Shopping

    Burlington Mall
    5.0 miles away
    The Garage
    7.5 miles away
    Arcade Building
    8.3 miles away
    Assembly Square Marketplace
    8.8 miles away
    401 Park
    9.1 miles away

    Culture

    Lexington Arts and Crafts Society
    2.5 miles away
    Goldman-Schwartz Fine Arts Center
    3.5 miles away
    Turtle Lane Playhouse
    4.7 miles away
    Arlington Friends of the Drama
    5.0 miles away
    Eleanor Welch Casey Theatre
    5.1 miles away

    Restaurants

    Papa Ginos
    1.1 miles away
    Friendly's
    1.1 miles away
    Naked Fish
    1.2 miles away
    Bertucci's
    1.2 miles away
    Copper House Tavern
    1.2 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of MA. It is a large-sized community with 89 total beds.

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