Sophia Snow House

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Sophia Snow House

1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

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Assisted Living Independent Living

Pricing

Sophia Snow House offers competitive pricing for its accommodations compared to the broader market in Suffolk County and Massachusetts. For a one-bedroom unit, residents enjoy an affordable monthly rate of $1,224, significantly lower than the county's average of $5,439 and the state's average of $5,349. Similarly, two-bedroom units at Sophia Snow House are priced at the same attractive rate of $1,224, which starkly contrasts with Suffolk County's pricing of $7,110 and Massachusetts's rate of $6,151. However, it's worth noting that studio apartments at Sophia Snow House appear to be pricier at $6,267 in comparison to county and state averages of approximately $5,278 and $5,312 respectively. Overall, Sophia Snow House presents a compelling value proposition for those seeking quality living arrangements in a desirable area.

Room TypeSophia Snow HouseSuffolk CountyMassachusetts
1 Bedroom$1,224$5,439$5,349
2 Bedrooms$1,224$7,110$6,151
Studio$6,267$5,278$5,312

Overall Review

Cons

  • pro The reviewer feels isolated because they don't know anybody and don't drive.
  • pro The reviewer mentions concerns about being able to fix issues for their parent when they were living at home.
  • pro The reviewer expresses worry about the next situation that might arise when their parent was living at home.
  • pro The reviewer mentions feeling unsafe in their parent's previous home due to stairs, throw rugs, and other hazards.

Review

Sophia Snow Place is an exceptional assisted living community that has exceeded the expectations of its residents and their families. In just seven months, it has become a place where dreams come true for those seeking a safe, comfortable, and caring environment for their loved ones.

Prior to moving to Sophia Snow Place, one reviewer describes the challenges they faced in maintaining a big old house for their mother. The tasks of managing groceries, meals, medications, and household maintenance had become overwhelming. However, after trying out a respite month at Sophia Snow Place, their mother fell in love with the place. With three meals a day, yoga classes, laundry services, and immaculately clean rooms with shower assistance, she now enjoys a worry-free lifestyle. The employees at Sophia Snow Place have gone above and beyond in providing patient and caring support.

Another reviewer shares how Sophia Snow Place has exceeded their wildest dreams compared to the unsafe conditions and constant worries they experienced when their parent was living at home. At Sophia Snow Place, their parent receives three nutritious meals a day along with an irresistible pastry cart. Laundry is taken care of, rooms are kept spotlessly clean, and showering assistance is provided. The staff consistently goes above and beyond expectations in a happy and caring manner.

Friendliness seems to be a common theme among reviewers of Sophia Snow Place. Residents appreciate the warm welcome they receive from both staff members and fellow residents. The community offers great activities for elders to engage in and creates a welcoming environment that fosters friendships among residents.

The cleanliness of Sophia Snow Place is also highly praised by reviewers. Its well-kept grounds provide an inviting atmosphere both indoors and outdoors. The staff ensures that the environment remains clean at all times, maintaining the high standard expected by residents.

Some reviewers mention specific personal experiences with employees who have been exceptionally friendly or helpful during their time at Sophia Snow Place. This demonstrates the dedication of the staff members to provide excellent service and caring support to residents.

Reviewers also highlight the quality of the meals provided at Sophia Snow Place. The food is described as excellent, with a variety of meal choices and daily desserts. Residents appreciate the well-balanced and plentiful servings, ensuring that they are well-fed and satisfied.

In conclusion, Sophia Snow Place has garnered rave reviews from residents and their families for its exceptional care, friendly staff, cleanliness, enjoyable activities, and high-quality meals. It provides a safe and worry-free environment where residents can thrive and make lasting friendships. The positive experiences shared by reviewers serve as a strong recommendation for anyone seeking an exceptional assisted living community for their loved ones.

Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic 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
  • Jewish services Jewish services
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Visiting Rabbi Visiting Rabbi
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest

Description

Sophia Snow House is an independent living community located in West Roxbury, MA. Our community provides a comfortable and supportive environment for seniors who are looking to maintain their independence while receiving assistance with certain daily activities.

At Sophia Snow House, residents can enjoy a variety of amenities and services to enhance their quality of life. Our on-site beautician ensures that residents can always look and feel their best. We also offer both on-site and off-site devotional services for those who wish to practice their religious beliefs.

Each unit at Sophia Snow House is equipped with a full kitchen, allowing residents the freedom to prepare their own meals if desired. Additionally, our community features indoor and outdoor common areas for socializing and engaging in various activities.

For those in need of additional care, we provide diabetic care, medication management, and incontinence care services. Our staff is trained to assist residents with these specific needs, ensuring their health and safety.

Meals at Sophia Snow House are prepared by a professional chef in a restaurant-style dining setting. Special dietary options such as low/no sodium, no sugar, and vegetarian meals are available upon request. Room service is also provided for convenience.

We believe in promoting an active and fulfilling lifestyle for our residents. Our community offers a range of activities including cooking classes, day trips and outings, educational speakers, live well programs, and various devotional activities both on-site and off-site.

Sophia Snow House is conveniently located near numerous cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, theaters, and hospitals. This ensures that our residents have easy access to various amenities and healthcare services.

Overall, Sophia Snow House provides an inclusive assisted living community where seniors can thrive independently while receiving the necessary care and support they require.

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in the charming neighborhood of West Roxbury, Massachusetts, this area offers a variety of amenities within close proximity. With several parks nearby such as Pagel Playground and Jamaica Pond, residents can enjoy outdoor activities and scenic walks. There are also plenty of cafes to relax and socialize, including Mike's Donuts and Blue Bottle Coffee. For healthcare needs, there are multiple pharmacies and hospitals within a short distance, such as Lemuel Shattuck Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. In terms of entertainment, there are theaters like Showcase SuperLux for movie buffs. Additionally, transportation options like MBTA stations make it convenient for seniors to get around the city. With numerous dining options like Corrib Pub & Restaurant and Tasty Burger, along with places of worship such as St Paul Parish in Harvard Square nearby, this area provides a vibrant and welcoming community for senior living.

Parks

  • Pagel Playground (0.9 miles)
  • Larz Anderson Park (0.9 miles)
  • Jamaica Pond (1.4 miles)
  • Olmsted Park (1.8 miles)
  • Franklin Park (1.9 miles)
  • Almont Park (2.4 miles)
  • Cutler Park (3.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Mike's Donuts (1.2 miles)
  • Blue Bottle Coffee (2.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (3.6 miles)
  • Reign Drink Lab (3.7 miles)
  • Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar (4.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (4.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Lemuel Shattuck Hospital (1.5 miles)
  • New England Baptist Hospital (2.5 miles)
  • West Roxbury VA Hospital (2.6 miles)
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (2.9 miles)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (3 miles)
  • Labor And Delivery at Tufts (5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Corrib Pub & Restaurant (1.8 miles)
  • Veggie Crust (2.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.1 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (3.2 miles)
  • Yard House (3.6 miles)
  • Tasty Burger (3.6 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (3.8 miles)

Theaters

  • Showcase SuperLux (2.6 miles)
  • Cinema World Majestic 7 (4.6 miles)
  • AMC Loews Boston Common 19 (5.1 miles)

Physicians

  • Mass. Eye and Ear (2.7 miles)
  • Bidmc Lowry Building (2.9 miles)
  • Harvard Medical School (2.9 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (3.6 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates – Spinal Unit/Pain Management (3.6 miles)
  • Carney Hospital (3.7 miles)
  • Dedham Medical (4.4 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Reservoir Station (2.7 miles)
  • MBTA Ruggles Station (3.4 miles)
  • MBTA Fenway Station (3.6 miles)
  • MBTA Kenmore Station (4 miles)
  • Readville (4.1 miles)
  • MBTA - JFK/UMass (4.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Paul Parish, Harvard Square (5.1 miles)

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