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The Residence at Pearl Creek in Reading, MA

The Residence at Pearl Creek is an assisted living and memory care community in Reading, MA.

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The Residence at Pearl Creek in Reading, MA

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  • Interior

    A well-arranged dining room with neatly set tables, featuring blue and yellow napkins and a large wall clock.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room featuring a patterned sofa, a green armchair, and framed artwork on the walls.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating, a television, and homey decor.
  • Building

    A school building with an American flag, surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
  • Trees

    A charming garden scene with a small gazebo surrounded by lush greenery.
  • Windows

    A bright dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring large windows with curtains.
  • Dining

    Elegant dining room with a chandelier and classic furniture.
  • Landscaping

    A well-maintained patio area with chairs and landscaped garden outside a building.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a beige sofa, side tables with lamps, and a framed artwork above.
  • Seating Area

    A well-furnished living room with a chandelier, comfortable seating, and a vase of flowers on the table.
  • Fireplace

    A cozy living room featuring red armchairs, a fireplace, and a decorative mirror.
  • Chandelier

    An elegant dining room with neatly arranged tables and chandeliers creating a sophisticated atmosphere.
  • Hallway

    A modern hallway with carpeted floors and overhead lighting.
  • Grass

    A scenic view of a college campus with brick buildings, a large grassy field, and a clear blue sky.

75 Pearl Street, Reading, MA 01867

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4.1 from 59 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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The Residence at Pearl Creek Costs & Pricing

The Residence at Pearl Creek offers a range of accommodation options, with costs that reflect both its quality of service and the amenities provided. For a studio room, the monthly rate is $6,495, which is notably higher than the average rates in Middlesex County ($5,867) and Massachusetts as a whole ($5,312). One-bedroom units are similarly priced at $7,350, compared to $5,920 in Middlesex County and $5,349 statewide. Semi-private rooms are available for $7,395 per month, slightly surpassing the county's rate of $6,395 but remaining above Massachusetts's average of $5,805. Lastly, for those seeking more space, two-bedroom accommodations are priced at $8,995 - significantly above Middlesex County's rate of $6,960 and Massachusetts's average of $6,151. Overall, while The Residence at Pearl Creek presents higher costs compared to local market averages in both county and state contexts, these rates likely reflect its commitment to providing superior care and an enriching living environment for its residents.

Floor plansThe Residence at Pearl CreekMiddlesex CountyMassachusetts
Studio$6,495$5,867$5,312
1 Bedroom$7,350$5,920$5,349
Semi-Private$7,395$6,395$5,805
2 Bedrooms$8,995$6,960$6,151

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Overall Review of The Residence at Pearl Creek

common 17 reviews mention this

Dining earns frequent praise

Residents and families frequently describe the meals as a standout part of life here.

Many reviewers mention that the dining room and day-to-day meals are a strong point, including descriptions of restaurant-like dining and “three meals a day.” Several residents are said to enjoy meals on-site, and a few families specifically note preferences being accommodated or attention being paid when someone stopped eating. There’s also at least one concern where a reviewer says basic items were run out of often, suggesting the experience can vary.

  • A well-arranged dining room with neatly set tables, featuring blue and yellow napkins and a large wall clock.
  • A bright dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring large windows with curtains.
  • Elegant dining room with a chandelier and classic furniture.
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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews describe a packed schedule of activities and outings that helps residents stay involved.

Across many reviews, families describe frequent activities—from day-to-day programming to outings and entertainment—so residents are not stuck at home. Memory care and assisted living reviewers both mention engagement options such as games, music, and group events, with some noting that residents make friends and look forward to what’s planned. A smaller number of reviews add that certain activity needs weren’t met for a specific resident, including concerns about keeping someone busy.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Memory care concerns and incidents

Some reviewers raise serious worries about memory care supervision and suitability.

A few reviews describe failures in memory care supervision, including reports of elopement and delayed staff response after a resident leaves the unit. One reviewer says the community couldn’t support someone entering advanced stages of dementia, which ultimately led to moving to another setting. Another account describes a locked-unit situation where the resident wasn’t noticed as missing for hours, and the family says they didn’t see accountability afterward.

caveat 4 reviews mention this

Pricing feels high or inconsistent

Several reviews describe pricing that feels too high or changes as care needs shift.

Families and other reviewers repeatedly bring up cost as a downside, with comments calling the pricing “absurd” or “outrageous” compared with what they expected. Some concerns are specifically about billing and how charges are handled, including a claim about being charged for a month after a move was made. Another review also warns that pricing may increase when more care is required, so families should confirm what’s included for the level of need.

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We summarize when many written reviews mention each theme; a review can touch several themes, and only frequently mentioned themes are displayed.

Features

Housing

  • 83 resident community capacity 83 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 3-bedroom apartments 3-bedroom apartments
  • Studio apartments Studio apartments

Types of Care

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

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (12 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (12 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

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
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • 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
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • 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

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Special dining programs Special dining programs
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Karaoke Karaoke
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Reading, Massachusetts offers a variety of amenities and services that cater to seniors. There are multiple cafes such as Starbucks and Perfecto's Caffe within a short distance, providing convenient options for socializing and enjoying a cup of coffee. Additionally, there are several pharmacies nearby including CVS and Walgreens for easy access to medications and health supplies. For dining options, there are restaurants like Chipotle Mexican Grill and Kitty's Restaurant & Lounge offering a range of choices for meals. The area also boasts several parks like Middlesex Fells Reservation and Melrose Common, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Transportation is easily accessible with the Ballardvale Mbta Station nearby. Medical services are also abundant with various physician offices and hospitals such as Lahey Clinic within a reasonable distance. Places of worship like Danvers Church Of The Nazarene offer spiritual support, while entertainment options include the AMC Burlington Cinema 1 for movie enthusiasts. Overall, this part of Reading provides a well-rounded environment for senior living with an array of conveniences close at hand.

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.8 miles)
  • Perfecto's Caffe (6.1 miles)
  • Pressed Cafe (6.6 miles)
  • Perfecto's Caffe (6.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.8 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Speciality (2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (4.9 miles)

Restaurants

  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (2.2 miles)
  • Kitty's Restaurant & Lounge (3.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.7 miles)
  • Sports, Spirits & Steaks (3.7 miles)
  • The Brickyard (4.4 miles)
  • Hopothecary Ales (4.6 miles)
  • Liberty Bell Roast Beef and Seafood (4.9 miles)

Parks

  • Middlesex Fells Reservation (2.3 miles)
  • Sheepfold, Middlesex Fells Reservation (5.3 miles)
  • Melrose Common (5.6 miles)
  • Mary Cummings Park (6.3 miles)
  • Ward Reservation (7.7 miles)
  • John M. Devir Park (7.7 miles)
  • Rindge Park (8.4 miles)

Transportation

  • Ballardvale Mbta Station (4 miles)

Physicians

  • North Suburban Orthopedic Associates (5.2 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (5.5 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic Ophthalmology (6.2 miles)
  • Laser Gentle Medical Spa (6.9 miles)
  • Microsurgical Eye Consultants (7.5 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates - Peabody-Lynnfield (7.6 miles)
  • Lahey Clinic Peabody (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lahey Clinic (6.3 miles)
  • Childrens Hospital Peabody (7.5 miles)
  • Danvers State Hospital (7.5 miles)
  • Tewksbury Hospital (8.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Danvers Church Of The Nazarene (6.7 miles)
  • St Richard Catholic Church (7.5 miles)
  • St Agnes Parish-Arlington (8.3 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Burlington Cinema 1 (7 miles)

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