Hearthstone Alzheimer Care at Marlborough, found at 402 Hemenway Street in Marlborough, MA, is part of the Hearthstone at New Horizons community and offers both assisted living and memory care services. The facility sits in a quiet spot near local hospitals, doctors, shops, and restaurants, and folks can choose from fully furnished suites, private or shared rooms, each with kitchenettes, private bathrooms, air conditioning, telephone, cable TV, and wifi. Hearthstone has private pay options as well as access to state or federal programs like Medicaid and Medicare for Alzheimer's care, and services can range from independent living to more hands-on support, so seniors can stay comfortable while their needs change.
Residents here get help with daily tasks like bathing, dressing, medication management, and personal care. There's a housekeeping team and a laundry service to handle cleaning and linens every week, and meals are made on site with organic ingredients and served in a dining room-some folks get one or two meals a day, while others join in all-day, restaurant-style dining. The community offers transportation help for doctor appointments, a 24-hour receptionist, and a call system and supervision around the clock for peace of mind.
The memory care side has staff trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care, with secure community areas to reduce confusion and keep residents from wandering. Hearthstone uses an "I'm Still Here" program, based on Dr. Zeisel's research and his book of the same name, which encourages folks with memory loss to stay active with daily activities, mental wellness programs, memory-enhancing classes, and small clubs tailored to their interests and skills. They run specially designed Learning Stations, support for mild cognitive impairment, and have therapeutic gardens and paths. Services come in three levels, fitting early, middle, or late-stage memory needs, and the care fits each resident's abilities.
The community features places to gather or relax like a fitness center, pool, garden, dining room, small library, and beauty salon. There are scheduled community or resident-run activities-like art projects, club meetings, movie nights, and other events-plus activity spaces, a library, a barber shop, and walking paths. Housekeeping, linen, dry cleaning, and maintenance are included, so folks don't worry about chores. The rooms are fitted for comfort and safety, with emergency alert systems, accessible features, and move-in coordination. Nutrition is a focus, so meals are chef-prepared and special diets or allergies are supported.
Hearthstone works closely with families to shape a care plan that fits as needs change, helping folks keep as much independence as possible while giving steady help when it's needed. The place runs Monday to Saturday between 8 AM and 5 PM, except Sundays, and supports short-term stays too. Hearthstone Alzheimer Care at Marlborough is the only Alzheimer's care home in the country with a full research division. The Cummings Foundation owns the facility, which means there's backing for best practices and ongoing improvements. Residents get a balance of support and engagement in a welcoming, home-like community designed to help with the real ups and downs of aging and memory loss.
