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The Residence at Bedford

The Residence at Bedford is an assisted living and memory care community in Bedford, MA.

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240 South Road, Bedford, MA 01730

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4.8 from 37 reviews
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The Residence at Bedford Costs & Pricing

The Residence at Bedford offers competitive pricing for its accommodations, reflecting the unique amenities and services provided in this esteemed community. For a studio, residents can expect to pay $6,100 per month, which is slightly above the Middlesex County average of $5,867 and higher than the statewide average of $5,312. The semi-private room option is priced at $6,300, positioning it below the county average of $6,395 but still above the Massachusetts average of $5,805. For those seeking more space, a one-bedroom suite is available for $7,300 - significantly higher than both local and state averages of $5,920 and $5,349 respectively. Lastly, the two-bedroom units are priced at $8,800 per month, considerably exceeding both Middlesex County's average of $6,960 and Massachusetts' overall average of $6,151. These costs reflect The Residence at Bedford's commitment to providing an enriching living environment with exceptional care tailored to resident needs.

Floor plansThe Residence at BedfordMiddlesex CountyMassachusetts
Studio$6,100$5,867$5,312
Semi-Private$6,300$6,395$5,805
1 Bedroom$7,300$5,920$5,349
2 Bedrooms$8,800$6,960$6,151

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Overall Review of The Residence at Bedford

common 26 reviews mention this

Staff warmth and responsiveness

Residents and families repeatedly describe staff as kind, attentive, and professional.

A large share of reviewers mention feeling welcomed and cared for by the staff, from nurses and waitstaff to maintenance and management. Multiple families describe staff as responsive and thorough during transitions, including helping with move details and follow-through on what they promised. Several reviews also highlight individual people—such as the executive director, sales contact, and dining team—while still framing the broader experience as consistently supportive.

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Food and dining experience

Dining stands out, with residents and guests calling the food consistently high quality.

Food is one of the most repeated positives, with reviewers describing meals as delicious, gourmet, and varied. Families frequently connect the quality to the on-site culinary team, mentioning specific chef leadership and attentive dining service. Several reviews also describe the dining room atmosphere as something people look forward to, including catered events and holiday meals.

  • A modern dining area featuring round tables, green upholstered chairs, and a kitchenette with elegant lighting.
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Activities and social events

Reviews commonly describe a steady calendar of activities and social engagement.

Many reviewers point to activities and events as a way residents stay engaged, including fitness, entertainment, and scheduled outings. Several families also mention participating together in events, framing it as part of what makes the community feel lively and welcoming. A few reviews describe recent gatherings—such as live music and food-focused events—where residents and staff were actively involved.

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New, well-kept building and grounds

Reviewers frequently mention a clean, attractive, and well-appointed campus.

Multiple reviews describe the building as bright and beautiful, with comfortable, well-appointed spaces. Families also mention cleanliness and upkeep, including keeping apartments and shared restrooms in good condition. Several reviewers add that common areas and recreation spaces contribute to feeling at home on campus.

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Memory care support for dementia

Some reviewers specifically reference memory care for dementia needs.

A few reviews discuss dementia-related experiences, including one person who was seeking care for severe dementia and another family member living in memory care. These reviewers describe the staff as attentive during the adjustment period and mention memory-support programming and resources as part of why they considered or chose the community. While not every reviewer mentions memory care directly, the reviews that do focus on it are strongly positive about support and preparedness.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Cafe Cafe
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Continuing learning programs Continuing learning programs
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Pet friendly Pet friendly
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (16 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (16 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the charming town of Bedford, Massachusetts, this area offers a variety of amenities and services suitable for senior living. With several popular restaurants nearby such as McDonald's, Revolution Hall, and sweetgreen, residents can enjoy diverse dining options. The abundance of pharmacies including CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens ensures convenient access to medications and healthcare essentials. In terms of medical care, there are reputable physicians and hospitals within close proximity, such as Fresenius Medical Care and Lahey Clinic. Transportation is easily accessible with Hanscom Field airport nearby and MBTA stations within a reasonable distance. For leisure activities, seniors can visit theaters like AMC Burlington Cinema or relax at cafes such as Pressed Cafe or Haute Coffee. Additionally, there are several parks for outdoor recreation and places of worship for spiritual nourishment in the community. Overall, this part of Bedford provides a well-rounded environment for senior residents seeking a comfortable and convenient lifestyle.

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.6 miles)
  • Revolution Hall (0.7 miles)
  • Bedford Farms (1.3 miles)
  • sweetgreen (2.7 miles)
  • Shake Shack (2.7 miles)
  • The Cheesecake Factory (2.8 miles)
  • Burger King (2.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.7 miles)
  • Wegmans (2.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (4.7 miles)
  • Immunogen (5.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Fresenius Medical Care (0.9 miles)
  • Laser Gentle Medical Spa (2.5 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic Ophthalmology (3.4 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (4.2 miles)
  • Lahey Lexington (4.3 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (6.2 miles)
  • Mersi (7.1 miles)

Transportation

  • Hanscom Field (BED) (1.6 miles)
  • Ballardvale Mbta Station (6.7 miles)
  • MBTA Davis Square Station (9.4 miles)
  • South Acton Mbta Commuter Rail Station (9.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Burlington Cinema 1 (2.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Pressed Cafe (3 miles)
  • Haute Coffee (4.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.7 miles)
  • Donelans cafe (7.4 miles)
  • Perfecto's Caffe (8.4 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.1 miles)
  • Starbucks (9.3 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lahey Clinic (3.3 miles)
  • Emerson Hospital - Main Campus (5.8 miles)
  • McLean Hospital (7.2 miles)
  • Ascendant Healthcare (8.9 miles)
  • Tewksbury Hospital (9.2 miles)

Parks

  • Mary Cummings Park (3.5 miles)
  • Rindge Park (5.2 miles)
  • Prospect Hill Park (5.8 miles)
  • Cat Rock Park (6.4 miles)
  • Sheepfold, Middlesex Fells Reservation (8.5 miles)
  • Grove-Cedar Bike Path (9.8 miles)
  • Tufts Park (9.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Our Lady's Church (5.4 miles)
  • St Agnes Parish-Arlington (7.6 miles)
  • First Baptist Church (8.4 miles)
  • Temple Shir Tikva (9.2 miles)
  • Parish of the Messiah (9.4 miles)

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