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Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living in Franklin, MA

Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living is an independent living community in Franklin, MA.

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Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living in Franklin, MA

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  • Interior

    A cozy game room featuring a pool table and comfortable seating.

  • Outdoors

    A view of a large building with a shuttle bus parked near the entrance.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, wooden headboard, and matching nightstand.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with striped furniture and a television.

  • Building

    A sunny outdoor space with a pergola and garden next to a modern building.

  • Architecture

    Covered entrance of a building with benches and plants.

  • Windows

    A well-lit gym with various exercise machines and large windows.

  • Dining

    A spacious dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring large windows and elegant chandeliers.

  • Landscaping

    An outdoor patio area with red tables and chairs under umbrellas at an apartment complex.

  • Kitchen

    A small kitchen area with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, and a countertop featuring a sink, kettle, and flowers.

  • Lighting

    A neatly arranged lounge with chairs on a carpeted floor and elegant lighting.

  • Garden

    A sunny outdoor patio area with red umbrellas and a residential building backdrop.

  • Seating Area

    A cozy living room with comfortable seating and a large television.

  • Fireplace

    A cozy library seating area with four chairs surrounding a fireplace.

485 East Central Street, Franklin, MA 02038

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4.2 from 49 reviews
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Overall Review of Magnolia Heights Gracious Retirement Living

differentiator 3 reviews mention this

Independent living comes with help

Independent living is paired with support for daily routines.

Several residents and families describe independent living with practical help on-site, including help with meal service and ongoing oversight. One reviewer specifically said the community helps manage pills, and another described around-the-clock management rather than leaving residents fully on their own. This aligns with the community offering an independent-living care model with assistance services built around daily living needs.

common 6 reviews mention this

Meals are included, with mixed takes

Dining is a big part of daily life here.

Most mentions frame meals as a central part of the routine, with multiple reviewers saying the food is good or at least decent. At the same time, a few reviews raise concerns about menu variety and dining timing, describing limited options or meals that feel rigidly scheduled. There are also complaints from one kitchen-focused review that make the dining experience uneven for some residents.

  • A spacious dining room with multiple tables and chairs, featuring large windows and elegant chandeliers.
  • An elegant dining room featuring a large wooden table set for a meal, illuminated by a chandelier and surrounded by large windows.
  • A spacious and elegantly decorated restaurant dining area with upholstered chairs and round tables.
common 9 reviews mention this

Activities and events keep people busy

Scheduled activities help residents stay engaged.

Across reviews, residents mention bingo, card games, movies, exercise-related activities, and social gatherings in common areas. Families also describe trips and seasonal outings, and one reviewer specifically notes consistent participation soon after moving in. A few mentions suggest activities can vary in consistency, but overall the community is presented as active rather than quiet.

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Parking can be a problem

Parking, especially for visitors with disabilities, is limited.

Two reviews call out parking shortfalls, including a lack of spaces for people with handicaps. One reviewer describes having to walk farther because spaces are taken up, while another points to not enough parking overall. If you’re bringing family often, it may be worth asking how parking works for peak times and accessibility needs.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Mealtimes can feel strictly timed

Dining timing rules can feel strict to some.

Some residents describe the dining operation as very time-driven, where arriving even slightly late can mean missing part of a meal. One review compares it to an institutional schedule, and another says serving times are handled rigidly rather than flexibly. Even reviews that praise the overall facility quality still mention this clock-based approach as a downside.

common 3 reviews mention this

Value is a frequent draw

Families often describe the pricing as reasonable.

Multiple reviewers describe the community as good value compared with other options they looked at. One family said the price was very reasonable, while another described it as more affordable than many places without taking away services. The shared takeaway is that residents and families feel they’re getting what they need for the cost.

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Features

Housing

  • 21 resident community capacity 21 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Theodore F Green State (25 miles away) Theodore F Green State (25 miles away)

Care Services

  • 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
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • 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
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • McDonald's (0.3 miles)
  • James' Breakfast and More (0.9 miles)
  • Nicky's (1.8 miles)
  • Burger King (2.4 miles)
  • Ichigo Ichie (2.9 miles)
  • Tavern in the Square (3 miles)
  • Ruby Tuesday (3.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (5.2 miles)

Parks

  • Fletcher Field (1.2 miles)
  • Choate Park (5.4 miles)
  • Hinckley Playground (8.6 miles)
  • Dunn Memorial Park (9.7 miles)
  • Francis William Bird Park (9.8 miles)

Physicians

  • Pediatric Specialists of Foxboro & Wrentham (2.6 miles)
  • Burns Mary MD (2.6 miles)
  • Brigham & Womens Mass General Healthcare Center (5.7 miles)
  • The Foxboro Center For Women's & Family Health (6.4 miles)
  • SMG Foxboro Family and Internal Medicine (7.3 miles)
  • Milford Internal Medicine (7.5 miles)
  • Westwood-Mansfield Pediatric Associates (7.6 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (2.6 miles)
  • Cilla's Coffeehouse (3.6 miles)
  • Panera Bread (4.7 miles)
  • Honey Dew Donuts (7.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.9 miles)
  • Starbucks (9 miles)
  • Muffin House Cafe (9.5 miles)

Transportation

  • Norfolk Transfer Station (3.8 miles)
  • MBTA Commuter Rail (5.9 miles)
  • Ryder Truck Rental (8.2 miles)
  • Mansfield Railroad Station (8.6 miles)
  • Mansfield Municipal Airport (1B9) (10.4 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Saint Joseph's Parish Center (6.2 miles)
  • St Mary's Church Mansfield (9.4 miles)

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