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Scandinavian Living Center

206 Waltham St, West Newton, MA 02465

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Assisted Living

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Description of Scandinavian Living Center

The Scandinavian Living Center is a nonprofit assisted living center taking an inspired approach to elder care. Community involvement is central to the SLC's mission. We offer a variety of services including 24-hour on-site staff, licensed nurse on staff, medication monitoring, all-day dining, 1 hour of personal care, weekly housekeeping and linen service, life-enriching programs, wireless emergency response system, personalized health and fitness programs and transportation to medical appointments. our on-site Cultural Center hosts events and programs that are open to residents and the broader local community.

Scandinavian Living Center Amenities

Campus/Building Details

  • Coffee Shop
  • General Store
  • Convenient location
  • Flexible Visitation Hours
  • Multi-floor building
  • Smoking Not Allowed

Fitness & Wellness Programs

  • Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
  • Tai Chi
  • Salon Services
  • Yoga/Stretching opportunities
  • Balance activities/programs
  • Chair fitness
  • Fitness Opportunities
  • Fitness & wellness staff
  • Group exercise
  • Health & wellness activities/programs
  • Health & wellness education
  • Life enrichment activities/programs
  • Meditation opportunities

Health Services

  • Hospice Care
  • In Home Health Care
  • Medication Reminders
  • Podiatry

On-Site Services

  • Religious Services
  • Catholic Services
  • Chaplain on staff
  • Church services
  • Conference room
  • Mail delivery
  • Mobile library services
  • Newspaper delivery
  • Religious Counseling

Room Amenities

  • Wifi/Internet In Unit
  • Cable/Satellite In Unit
  • Closet Space In Unit
  • Dining Area In Unit
  • Individual Climate Controls
  • Kitchen Appliances In Unit
  • Living Rooms in Unit
  • Shower in unit
  • Telephone Hookup
  • Unfurnished units
  • Washer/Dryer Hookups

Kitchen Types

  • Kitchenette

Ambulatory Assistance & Accessibility

  • Accessible apartments
  • Accessible Facilities
  • Ambulatory Assistance
  • Mobility & Wheelchair Assistance
  • Transfer Assistance
  • Wheelchair Accessible Facilities
  • Wheelchair Accessible Transportation

Parking Options

  • Parking Lot

Staff Training & Qualifications

  • Male Caregivers
  • Staff are licensed or certified
  • Staff screening conducted
  • Staff to resident ratio meets state requirements
  • Staff trained in ambulatory assistance
  • Staff trained in client rights
  • Staff trained in Medication Management
  • Staff trained in personal care
  • Staff trained in safety
  • Staff Training Opportunities
  • Trained staff on-site

Diet & Nutrition

  • Special Diets/Dietary Accommodations
  • Chef on staff
  • Dietitian-Approved Meals
  • Low Fat
  • Low Salt

Games Hobbies & Recreation

  • Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
  • Literary Activities/Programs
  • Educational Activities/Programs
  • Music Activities/Programs
  • Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
  • Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
  • Horticultural Activities
  • Activities staff
  • Culinary Activities/Programs
  • Cultural activities/programs
  • Entertainment activities/programs
  • Intergenerational events/programs
  • Organized activities/programs
  • Performing arts activities/programs
  • Recreational activities/programs
  • Seasonal, holiday, and themed events
  • Social Activities/Events
  • Spiritual activities/programs
  • Technology activities/programs

Housekeeping & Maintenance

  • Housekeeping Services
  • Laundry Services
  • Linen Services
  • Maintenance Staff On-Site
  • Private Housekeeping Services
  • Trash Removal Services

Outside Amenities

  • Garden
  • Enclosed/Secured outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor common areas
  • Walking and Hiking Areas

Specialized Staff

  • Nurse on Staff (Part time)

Resident Information

  • Offers Respite Care

Companionship & Escort Assistance

  • Escort Assistance

Pets

  • No Large Dogs
  • Pet care resident's responsibility
  • Visiting pets allowed
  • Pets

Dining

  • Communal Dining
  • Room Service
  • Guest Meals
  • Beverages provided
  • Casual dining
  • Flexible dining options
  • Flexible dining times
  • Flexible food options
  • Flexible meal plans
  • Meal delivery and/or takeout option
  • Meals provided
  • Resident-assisted menu development
  • Snacks provided

Guests

  • Guest Parking
  • Overnight Guests

Inside Amenities

  • Computer Room
  • Entertainment Venues
  • Cable/Satellite TV in Common Area
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mailboxes
  • Performance venues
  • Recreational amenities
  • Religious Spaces
  • Shared Common Areas

Personal Care

  • Personal Care Assistants
  • Cooking services
  • Dressing Assistance
  • Grooming Assistance
  • Oral Hygiene Assistance
  • Personal Care Reminders

Transportation & Shopping

  • General Transportation Services
  • Medical Transportation Services
  • Transportation Services for General Shopping

Financing & Payment Options

  • All Inclusive Rent
  • Long-Term Care Insurance Accepted

Languages

  • English spoken

Safety & Security

  • Emergency Preparedness Procedures & Facilities
  • Emergency Response System
  • Personal Medical Alert Systems

Additional Amenity Information

  • Fee Structure: Entry fee cost : $3500
  • Dining: All day dining
  • Special Comment: The Scandinavian Living Center is nationally known for community-centered living. Community-centered living allows our residents to remain active members of their community in authentic and meaningful ways.
  • State Licenses: EOEA certified

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Costs at Scandinavian Living Center

Assisted Living

$8,395

Starting Price

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