Whitney Place at Sharon

When you arrive at Whitney Place at Sharon, you’ll notice that this campus feels more like a resort than an assisted living facility. The well-appointed lobby features a modern gas fireplace, so you can relax as soon as you step in the door. This community offers assisted living and memory care for seniors in Sharon, Massachusetts, and the greater Boston area.

Convenient access to I-95 means you're minutes away from shopping and dining options, and Boston is only 40 minutes away. You can visit The Institute of Contemporary Art or take in a baseball game at Fenway Park. Closer to home, you can enjoy The Patriots Hall of Fame and watch football at Gillette Stadium.

Community Details

You’ll always be able to pursue your interests at Whitney Place. Intellectuals will enjoy the library and computer room, while others may prefer to gather with neighbors for bridge or a board game in the game room. The fitness center has plenty of equipment for you to use, or you can join a group yoga or tai chi class. Wii Sports™ and computer games will keep your mind active. You can also participate in intergenerational activities or enjoy guest speakers and entertainers in the great room.

Food is an experience at Whitney Place. Nutritious, chef-prepared meals are created with input from dietitians, and locally sourced ingredients provide maximum freshness and flavor. Food is made from scratch, and you can taste the difference. Cooking demonstrations are also provided to give you a fun way to learn how certain foods are prepared.

The attentive staff will handle the housekeeping and laundry for you. If you need to run an errand or visit your doctor, transportation can be arranged. The care staff is available 24 hours a day. They’ll assist you with grooming, bathing, and other personal care needs. They also offer medication management, safety checks, and incontinence management.

If your loved one requires memory care, they’ll enjoy the benefits of the memory program, Tapestry. Those with Alzheimer’s or dementia will reside in a secure area, so even if your loved one wanders, they’ll stay safe. Caregivers have been trained specifically to help people with memory loss. Special activities and programs are designed to stimulate residents physically, socially, intellectually, emotionally, occupationally, and spiritually. These activities can be adjusted to accommodate everyone’s abilities and interests.

Living Arrangements

Assisted living residents can choose between spacious one- or two-bedroom apartments, which feature a kitchenette. Memory care residents can choose from studio apartments and two-bedroom companion suites. All apartments have a private bathroom and an emergency-response system. Everyone is encouraged to bring their own furnishings and decorations to customize their new space.

State Classification

Whitney Place at Sharon is an assisted living residence, which in the state of Massachusetts is a residence that provides housing and personal care to residents. Personal care includes assistance with activities of daily living, self-administered medication management, and supervision. An assisted living residence can provide skilled nursing care or special care to residents with cognitive impairments as long as they meet the proper requirements.

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