Southgate At Shrewsbury sits on 30 acres in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, at 30 Julio Drive, and offers a mix of living options for seniors looking for calm surroundings with access to care if needed. The community has apartments with a range of layouts from studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and up to four-bedroom options, some labeled as luxury apartments. There are independent living, assisted living, Alzheimer's care, memory care services, skilled nursing, and rehab available, so residents can get more help as their needs change over time, and the property has 70 assisted living apartments certified by the State of Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.
Some people move in because the grounds feel park-like, with walking paths, a gazebo, a regal fountain, and outdoor areas for leisure strolls or sitting in the shade, and while there's no specific parking details listed anywhere, there are pet-friendly rules and amenities, and the whole place says it's welcoming to LGBTQ+ residents, even backing it with legal protections in housing and employment. The building has its own health club with an indoor heated pool and exercise equipment, plus a 200-seat theater for movies or events, a 4-lane bowling alley, a card and billiards room, a woodworking shop, and both a full library and several dining options, ranging from fine dining rooms to a cafe and cocktail lounge, so you really can find all sorts of spaces for spending time alone or with others.
The apartments allow for a maintenance-free lifestyle, with services like housekeeping and linen care every week, personal laundry done right in each apartment, bed making, and daily medication management, so you don't have to worry about those chores piling up, plus safety is top of mind with 24-hour security and staff available at all times, as well as an emergency call system in place. Transportation is taken care of with both group and chauffeured rides offered, and apartment repairs are included as well, so even little problems can be handled fast. Residents have a packed calendar of social, recreational, educational, and cultural programs to pick from every day, plus wellness programs, arts and crafts, group activities, massage therapy, and help with daily things like bathing, grooming, and dressing if needed. Everything aims to keep body, mind, and spirit healthy and strong.
Many find comfort in knowing that if their needs ever change, all the different care types-independent living, assisted living, nursing, and rehab-are right there on the same property. The community's earned a 4.3-star rating from over 100 reviews, so people generally seem pleased with what they get. With such a range of amenities-like the health club, swimming pool, movie theater, bowling alley, library, and various dining rooms-as well as staff and services ready around the clock, Southgate At Shrewsbury tries to make sure seniors can stay active, comfortable, and supported as long as they're there.
