Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood is a senior living community located in Westwood, Massachusetts, with a specialized focus on memory care services for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The facility is designed exclusively for memory care, offering a secure and supportive environment tailored to the unique needs of residents experiencing memory loss. The community features a pod-style layout, which creates smaller residential groups to foster familiarity among both residents and staff, enhancing individualized care and personal engagement.

The care team at Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood includes trained staff members who provide comprehensive memory care around the clock. Medical support is available for residents who require assistance with daily activities, including full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting. The facility supports residents with incontinence, ambulatory requirements, and diabetes care, offering medication management, fitness programs, and regular visits from specialized healthcare providers such as optometrists and podiatrists. The building is secured for safety and specifically designed to accommodate individuals with memory loss, featuring easy-to-navigate indoor and outdoor walking paths. Amenities support mental and physical engagement, including a barber/beauty salon, communal spaces, clubs, and communities catering to resident interests. Life enrichment is further enhanced by activities conducted in both English and Spanish, and structured programs such as yoga and chair yoga are available.

Bridges by EPOCH provides complimentary transportation for resident medical appointments and arranged outings within the community. Additional transportation services are available at cost for non-medical purposes, supporting social engagement and access to scheduled events.

Resident and family reviews frequently highlight the quality of care at Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood, noting the knowledge, attentiveness, and dedication of the staff, especially in relation to understanding and supporting memory-impaired individuals. Many families appreciate the facility’s organized communication, detailed updates, and the creative daily activities designed to stimulate residents. The physical environment is regularly described as well-maintained, clean, and equipped with comfortable, attractive communal areas. Dining experiences and meal quality also receive favorable mentions. While most feedback is positive, some reviewers suggest enhanced support from select aides. Overall, families and residents find that Bridges by EPOCH at Westwood provides a safe, engaging, and supportive memory care environment, with specialized programs and a structure designed to meet the complex needs of those with dementia.

Costs at this community start at $10,320 and range up to $12,585. The average price in the community is $11,452, which is more than the average price in the area of $7,605. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.