299 Cambridge St, Winchester, MA 01890, United States
My mom moved here about 18 months ago with some reluctance to leave her friends and home behind. The move occurred while my father was ill, and therefore it was an unsettled time. The staff made my mom very comfortable and helped tremendously with the transition. She enjoys many of the social activities offered both onsite as well as those in and around the Boston area. Staff support - health, hospitality, maintenance, dining, reception - all extremely friendly and attentive. Her apartment is spacious and perfect for her needs.
Read More ReviewsMy mom moved here about 18 months ago with some reluctance to leave her friends and home behind. The move occurred while my father was ill, and therefore it was an unsettled time. The staff made my mom very comfortable and helped tremendously with the transition. She enjoys many of the social activities offered both onsite as well as those in and around the Boston area. Staff support - health, hospitality, maintenance, dining, reception - all extremely friendly and attentive. Her apartment is spacious and perfect for her needs.
My family is very grateful for the caring, and outstanding staff as well the comprehensive services available and provided by the Gables in Winchester. When my mother moved into the Gables she experienced an enhanced assisted living environment for retired individuals. From daily check-ins with staff, to full meal and bistro dining options, housekeeping, maintenance, home care aids, and transportation services the Gables truly has thought of everything you might need at some point during your residence with them. Lovely apartments with easy access to elevators and community areas, residents truly have the independence they desire along with the personal and home services they require. The Gables coordinates additional home care and nursing services with other agencies making sure residents have the care and medical supervision they may need. A lovely, well staffed dining room provides residents a community dining experience and if a resident prefers a meal in, delivery is available. Every meal provides menu options. Physical therapy is available on site as well as hairdressing and other personal services. A dedicated bus can be reserved to take residents to medical appointments in addition to transporting groups to outings, such as to a restaurant or shopping center or museum. Seasonal outings are offered including foliage rides, Holiday light viewing, and trips of all kinds in the surrounding communities. New activities such as Life Stories, Tech Support, a Blood Pressure clinic, and Flu and COVID Vaccine clinics have been added to their schedule. This alludes to what is possibly the best feature of the Gables - the plethora of fun, social activities that are available on a daily basis. Regular weekly activities include exercise programs such as chair yoga, exercise to music, strength and stretching, corn hole and bean bag toss. Residents can take advantage of challenging and brain enhancing activities include trivia, crossword, puzzles, and current events. A book group and well stocked library are available for use. The Gables organizes a range of options to be creative including flower arranging, painting with watercolors, and crafts such as hat making and wreath making. Game sessions include BINGO, board games, Mah Jong, cribbage, billiards, bridge, and checkers. Residents have a chance to test their luck with Pokeno. Entertainers and musicians use the main lobby and piano to serenade as well as encourage sing alongs. A therapy dog and pony visit the residents. Masses and non-denominational bible study are available as well. A theater on the main floor is used for regular movie nights and other events. Monthly birthday parties and weekly happy hours are held for those who want to chill with a nice glass of wine. And last but not least the key to all the wonderful features at the Gables is their dedicated and compassionate staff, who truly make an effort each and every day to provide a welcoming and caring environment to everyone here.
The Gables at Winchester truly defines 5-Star. The staff at all levels, from the executive leaders and their teams (spanning building security & facilities, food services, nursing and assisted-living,front desk and concierge, social activities and event planning) are all energetic, kind, responsive and helpful to residents as well as their families.
The Gables has been a great respite for my mother. Supportive staff and she’s enjoyed the residents, the activities, and the ease with which she can get around while she is on the mend.
I feel very comfortable and well taken care of! I have been here four years. The staff has always been very accommodating. I enjoy the variety of activities, there is always something going on for me to attend. I like that it is big but not huge, giving it more of a homey, family atmosphere. The Gables welcomes my family when they come to visit as if they were living here too.
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