The Branches of Marlboro sits on Route 30 near the Mass Pike in Framingham and offers many types of senior living, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, respite care, and continuing care retirement community (CCRC) services, so if someone needs a little help with daily tasks, help after surgery, close supervision for memory loss, full nursing care, or just wants a lively independent life, there are trained staff members ready to help all day and all night. The community uses an open-concept design with flexible floor plans-studios, one-bedrooms, and semi-private suites-including specific layouts like Birch, Spruce, and Willow suites, so residents have spaces to socialize or relax as they wish, and there's patios, outdoor spaces, indoor common rooms, and plenty of comfortable areas to sit and talk with friends or join a club. They offer chef-prepared meals focused on good taste and nutrition, and you can find a social dining room, private dining for events, and options for special diets, which makes mealtime both pleasant and easy. The staff is known for being helpful, joyful, and kind, some folks have worked there for years, and their care goes around the clock, with nurses and aides available if needed. There are amenities like onsite activities, beautician services, devotional services on and off the grounds, and regular programs that get everyone together for games, music, or just a good chat, all to keep residents as active and included as they want to be. People living with Alzheimer's or dementia get individual care plans and activities meant to help memory and reduce confusion in a safe part of the community, while short-term respite care lets regular caregivers take a break or helps residents recover from illness or surgery. The Branches of Marlboro follows safety and licensing regulations, keeps up with advanced healthcare practices, and won awards for its care, staff, and activities. Signature programs help residents build connections with each other, and ongoing Benchmark training supports staff so care stays up-to-date. The community runs on a culture of respect and belonging, both for the people living there and those working there, aiming to make aging and daily life feel comfortable, purposeful, and as full as possible.
The Branches of Marlboro
421 Bolton St, Marlboro, MA, 01752- Assisted living
- Memory care
Caring staff, seamless move, pricey
I moved my dad here on short notice and it turned out to be the best decision - the staff are caring, attentive, and made the transition seamless. The bright, immaculately kept building feels small and family-like, with restaurant-quality meals, lots of activities, and prompt responses to needs. My caveats: monthly fees are high and I've seen occasional staffing/communication strains, so confirm care levels up front. Overall I'm very happy and would recommend it.
Pricing
$6,580+/mo | Semi-private | Assisted Living | ||
$7,896+/mo | 1 Bedroom | Assisted Living | ||
$8,554+/mo | Studio | Assisted Living |
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Amenities
Healthcare services
- Activities of daily living assistance
- Assistance with bathing
- Assistance with dressing
- Assistance with transfers
- Coordination with health care providers
- Hospice waiver
- Medication management
- Mental wellness program
Healthcare staffing
- 12-16 hour nursing
- 24-hour call system
- 24-hour supervision
Meals and dining
- Diabetes diet
- Meal preparation and service
- Restaurant-style dining
- Special dietary restrictions
Room
- Air-conditioning
- Cable
- Fully furnished
- Housekeeping and linen services
- Internet
- Kitchenettes
- Private bathrooms
- Telephone
- Wifi
Memory care community services
- Dementia waiver
- Mild cognitive impairment
- Specialized memory care programming
Transportation
- Community operated transportation
- Transportation arrangement
- Transportation arrangement (medical)
- Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
- Transportation to doctors appointments
Common areas
- Beauty salon
- Computer center
- Dining room
- Fitness room
- Gaming room
- Garden
- Outdoor patio
- Outdoor space
- Small library
- Wellness center
Community services
- Concierge services
- Fitness programs
- Move-in coordination
Activities
- Community-sponsored activities
- Planned day trips
- Resident-run activities
- Scheduled daily activities
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About The Branches of Marlboro
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The Branches of Marlboro offers competitive pricing, with rates starting at a cost of $6,580 per month.
The Branches of Marlboro offers assisted living and memory care.
There are 21 photos of The Branches of Marlboro on Mirador.
The full address for this community is 421 Bolton St, Marlboro, MA, 01752.
Yes, The Branches of Marlboro offers respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.
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