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Community Health Care Systems in Dorchester, MA

Community Health Care Systems is a senior community in Dorchester, MA.

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Community Health Care Systems

16 Waumbeck St, Dorchester, MA 02121

To contact a resident: (617) 427-3100

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.4 from 117 reviews
5 stars
86
4 stars
14
3 stars
2
2 stars
3
1 stars
12

Overall Review of Community Health Care Systems

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Wait times and visit flow vary

Some residents report long waits and delayed appointments.

A few residents say they experienced scheduling delays, including being unable to get care for months and waiting for extended stretches before seeing a PCP. Others ask for the clinic to speed things up or note that getting answers back can take time even when they use their chart.

caveat 5 reviews mention this

Hard to reach by phone

Multiple reviewers describe trouble getting help by phone.

Several reviewers mention that calls were not handled well, including being hung up on, refused transfers, or getting incorrect guidance. Others describe difficulty reaching someone who can actually help, and at least one person says they had to wait long for a callback even after using their chart. One reviewer also described being called shortly before an appointment without availability.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Care coordination and records issues

Some residents report problems with records and follow-through.

A few reviews describe documentation or administrative issues, including missing record materials and confusion about what was provided. Others mention problems with disability forms or follow-through when feedback delayed the process. One resident also raises a billing concern after not being seen by the doctor they requested.

common 2 reviews mention this

Many services in one place

Residents appreciate having multiple care services together.

Two residents specifically like the convenience of getting several types of care at the same location. One review calls out having pharmacy, lab work, eye care, and dental care alongside family medicine.

common 5 reviews mention this

Friendly staff and smooth visits

Many reviewers describe friendly staff and a smooth check-in.

Several residents say the staff made the appointment feel easy, with friendly interactions and a process that went smoothly. Reviews also mention timely visits and quick appointments, including people who specifically call out shorter wait times.

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Features

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (5 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (5 miles away)

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Dorchester, Massachusetts offers a convenient location with easy access to pharmacies, hospitals, restaurants, cafes, transportation options, physicians, and theaters. With multiple CVS Pharmacy locations nearby along with Lemuel Shattuck Hospital and New England Baptist Hospital within close proximity, seniors can rest assured knowing that their medical needs are easily accessible. The variety of dining options ranging from Dorchester Brewing Company to Barcelona Wine Bar South End cater to diverse tastes and preferences. Additionally, the presence of MBTA stations like Ruggles and JFK/UMass make transportation around the city convenient for seniors. Overall, this area provides a vibrant mix of amenities that cater to the needs and interests of senior residents.

Pharmacies

  • Pure Oasis (0.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.4 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)

Parks

  • Franklin Park (0.7 miles)
  • Olmsted Park (1.6 miles)
  • Jamaica Pond (1.7 miles)
  • Pagel Playground (2.4 miles)
  • Larz Anderson Park (2.5 miles)
  • Rolling Bridge Park (2.7 miles)
  • Almont Park (2.8 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (1.3 miles)
  • New England Baptist Hospital (1.6 miles)
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • Labor And Delivery at Tufts (2.7 miles)

Restaurants

  • Dorchester Brewing Company (1.3 miles)
  • Ba Le Restaurant (1.5 miles)
  • Tasty Burger (2.3 miles)
  • Barcelona Wine Bar South End (2.3 miles)
  • Yard House (2.3 miles)
  • Bleacher Bar (2.4 miles)
  • Earls Kitchen + Bar (2.4 miles)

Cafes

  • Mike's Donuts (1.5 miles)
  • Reign Drink Lab (1.5 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.2 miles)
  • Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar (2.3 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.7 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (2.9 miles)
  • Phin Coffee House (3.1 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Ruggles Station (1.6 miles)
  • MBTA - JFK/UMass (1.8 miles)
  • MBTA Fenway Station (2.4 miles)
  • MBTA Kenmore Station (2.5 miles)
  • MBTA Charles/MGH Station (3.4 miles)
  • MBTA Reservoir Station (3.6 miles)

Physicians

  • Mass. Eye and Ear (1.8 miles)
  • Harvard Medical School (1.8 miles)
  • Bidmc Lowry Building (2.1 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (2.3 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates – Spinal Unit/Pain Management (2.4 miles)
  • Carney Hospital (2.7 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Loews Boston Common 19 (3 miles)

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