Goddard House Assisted Living sits just outside the city along Boston's Emerald Necklace park system, and the place is easy to find for visitors. The community provides assisted living and memory care for seniors, and folks can choose either traditional assisted living services for those who can live mostly on their own but need some help with daily tasks, or they can look at Olmsted Place Memory Support, which is set up for people living with memory loss so they can keep a sense of purpose and well-being. The building offers safety features and 24-hour staffing, and there's wheelchair accessible showers and kitchenettes in the rooms. Respite and short-term stays are available, often with no minimum stay, and these include fully furnished apartments, all meals, help with personal care, medication reminders, fun programs, and weekly housekeeping.
The facility covers health and wellness through several programs, including brain healthy cooking inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, fitness programs called Fitness at Goddard House, and multi-faith activities. Residents interested in arts can join Expressive Arts, Opening Minds Through Art, and there's even an art gallery, Gallery M, for viewing and engagement. Growing the Farm is a unique outdoor program with vegetable and herb gardens, chickens, bees, and an indoor herb garden, so anyone who enjoys gardening or caring for animals has a chance to participate. The grounds have scenic spots for outdoor visits and relaxation.
Goddard House has special programs for Parkinson's in Motion and holds SAGECare LGBT Competency Certification, so it's inclusive for all residents. The Purple Flag for Dementia Care™ shows they meet specific dementia care standards. Common spaces are used for social activities and programs, and renovations aim to help residents connect more easily with each other. Transportation services get people to appointments or outings, and parking is available for residents. Pets are welcome too, which some folks appreciate. Meals cover many needs, with options like gluten-free, vegan, low-sugar, guest meals, and organic or vegetarian choices served in a bistro, café, or private dining room.
Care includes diabetic support, medication management, incontinence care, non-ambulatory assistance, and there's a team for both direct care and additional services. The staff works to create personal care plans for each resident. Floor plans and virtual tours let families see the spaces in advance to help make decisions. Goddard House focuses on comfort, engagement, and health, using creative programs and flexible living options to match what each senior needs.
