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Linden Ponds in Hingham, MA

Linden Ponds is an independent living community in Hingham, MA.

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Linden Ponds in Hingham, MA

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  • Interior

    A cozy living and dining area with classic wooden furniture and a chandelier.

  • Decor

    A cozy living room with a peach sofa, stylish coffee table, and decorative artwork.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and armchair next to a window.

  • Kitchen

    A brightly lit kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances, featuring a small dining area by the window with red curtains.

  • Natural Light

    A cozy and modern living room with natural light streaming through a sliding glass door, featuring comfortable furniture and tasteful decor.

  • Appliances

    A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets and stainless steel appliances.

300 Linden Ponds Way, Hingham, MA 02043

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4.1 from 41 reviews
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4 stars
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Overall Review of Linden Ponds

common 15 reviews mention this

Activities and amenities keep busy

Residents describe a steady mix of clubs, events, and everyday conveniences.

Many residents and families point to the number of scheduled activities, clubs, and outings as a reason they stay engaged, including things like movies, dances, and book clubs. Reviews also emphasize day-to-day convenience features on campus—such as transportation options and spaces for fitness and recreation—along with regular upkeep and cleanliness. A few reviewers note the campus can feel very large and not as intimate, and one family also mentioned the distance from relatives as a downside.

common 14 reviews mention this

Dining feels more restaurant-like

Dining is repeatedly described as a highlight, with options beyond a standard meal.

Several reviews say the food is very good and compare it to restaurant dining, including descriptions of varied menus and customized choices. Others describe the meal plan as limited to one meal a day while encouraging residents to prepare their own meals or use on-site dining options for the rest of the day. A few reviewers mention multiple eating venues on campus, which helps explain why dining comes up so often in positive day-to-day experiences.

  • A cozy living and dining area with classic wooden furniture and a chandelier.
caveat 4 reviews mention this

Care availability can be a risk

Residents say you should not assume care will be available exactly when you need it.

Some families praised the existence of medical and rehab support on site, but they also warned about gaps when care is urgently needed. One review described turning to rehab after a medical crisis but not having a bed available, forcing a move elsewhere, and another described a rehab experience that resulted in being unable to return home. At least one reviewer also raised medication oversight concerns and described real-world breakdowns in consistent follow-through.

caveat 9 reviews mention this

High costs come with tradeoffs

Multiple reviews describe the community as expensive, with added charges when help is needed.

Cost is a recurring theme, with reviewers describing the community as expensive and noting that pricing can feel out of reach relative to what services cover. Several reviews also explain that independent living is treated differently from higher levels of support, and that more hands-on help can become extra cost. One review singled out the concern of paying for services that may not be available when needed, while another described long delays tied to refunds after moving out.

caveat 3 reviews mention this

Large campus can feel isolating

The scale of the community can be a downside for some people.

A number of reviews describe the campus as very large with many buildings and conveniences under one roof, and some families even like that setup. But a few reviewers said it was harder to build friendships or felt too big to be comfortable. One family also pointed to the distance from relatives as a practical downside, despite describing the community itself as well kept and well managed.

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Features

Housing

  • 66 resident community capacity 66 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • 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 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
  • Swimming pool Swimming pool
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Gen Edw L Logan International (13 miles away) Gen Edw L Logan International (13 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
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • 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

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Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • K C's Pub & Grill (0.4 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.3 miles)
  • Burger King (2.5 miles)
  • Uncle Charlie's (3.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (3.6 miles)
  • Stars On Hingham Harbo (3.8 miles)
  • Chick-Fil-A (4.8 miles)

Physicians

  • South Shore Orthopedics (1.2 miles)
  • Eye Health Services (1.5 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (4.4 miles)
  • Cohasset Pediatrics (5.4 miles)
  • Coffey Eye Care (6.2 miles)
  • Angels Neurological Ce (6.2 miles)
  • Outpatient Department Signature Healthcare - Brockton Hospital (8.3 miles)

Parks

  • Great Esker Park (1.3 miles)
  • Bare Cove Park (3 miles)
  • Webb Memorial State Park (4.4 miles)
  • World's End (4.9 miles)
  • Braintree Highlands Community Playground (5.3 miles)
  • Fort Revere Park (7.6 miles)
  • Andrew's Park (7.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • South Shore Hospital (1.5 miles)
  • South Shore Hospital (2.3 miles)
  • Signature Health Care (8.3 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.8 miles)

Transportation

  • West Hingham Commuter RailStation (2.9 miles)
  • MBTA Braintree Station (4.4 miles)
  • MBTA Wollaston Station (7.3 miles)
  • MBTA North Quincy Station (8.1 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (4.6 miles)
  • Target T2693 Braintree (5.9 miles)
  • Marylou's News (6.2 miles)
  • Seabird Coffee & Co. (6.7 miles)
  • Slacktide Coffee Roaster (7.7 miles)
  • Panera Bread (9.6 miles)

Theaters

  • AMC Braintree 10 (6.2 miles)
  • Showcase Cinema de Lux Randolph (7.8 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Baptist Church (6.9 miles)
  • Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church (9.2 miles)

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