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Senior Living & Healthcare Services in Massachusetts
Founded in 1919, Chelsea Jewish Lifecare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for over a century, serving seniors and individuals with disabling conditions across Massachusetts. Our organization combines a rich history of empathy with innovative practices to deliver personalized care through assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, adult day health, and specialized programs for ALS and MS patients. With communities in Chelsea, Peabody, and Winthrop, we prioritize creating real home environments that honor residents' dignity and independence.Our team of experts is committed to excellence, continuously implementing groundbreaking solutions while maintaining a culture of respect, diversity, and compassion. We serve as a leader in long-term residential and post-acute care, offering tailored services that meet the evolving needs of older adults and their families.
Services
Assisted Living
Memory Support
Skilled Nursing
Adult Day Health
Hospice Care
ALS/MS Care
Ventilator Support
Short-Term Rehab
Independent Living
Respite Care
Details
- Year established: 1919
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of experience in senior care with a legacy of compassion
- Specialized programs for ALS, MS, and ventilator-dependent residents
- Award-winning staff trained in innovative eldercare practices
- Home-like environments promoting independence and dignity
- Comprehensive continuum of care across multiple Massachusetts locations
What people say
Kind caregivers
Thoughtful staff
Chef-prepared meals
Independence support
Specialized ALS care
Services
Assisted Living
Our assisted living communities provide personalized support while maintaining residents' independence. Trained staff assist with daily activities in a home-like environment featuring social programs, concierge services, and restaurant-style dining. Designed for seniors seeking a balance of autonomy and care, our Chelsea and Peabody locations offer modern apartments with wellness support and lifelong learning opportunities.
Memory Support
Specialized memory care programs address Alzheimer's and dementia needs through structured environments with trained professionals. Our Chelsea and Peabody campuses provide secure spaces with tailored activities to reduce confusion while maintaining dignity. The programs focus on cognitive stimulation, personalized routines, and family support to enhance quality of life for residents at all stages.
Skilled Nursing
24/7 skilled nursing services offer transitional and long-term care with specialized units for MS, ALS, and ventilator-dependent residents. Our Chelsea facility features cutting-edge technology and compassionate staff trained in complex care. The program includes rehabilitation therapies, pain management, and customized treatment plans to maximize comfort and independence for residents with advanced medical needs.
Adult Day Health
Adult day health centers in Chelsea and Peabody provide supervised care with medical support, social activities, and meals. Designed for caregivers needing respite, the program offers structured engagement including exercise classes, creative therapies, and health monitoring. Transportation assistance is available to ensure accessibility for participants across Massachusetts communities.
ALS/MS Care
The Leonard Florence Center for Living specializes in comprehensive care for ALS and MS patients with the world's largest concentration of ventilator-dependent residents. Our Chelsea campus combines advanced technology with personalized support to maximize independence. The program features specialized equipment, trained staff, and adaptive environments to address progressive disease challenges while maintaining residents' dignity and quality of life.
Questions
What senior care options are available?
We offer assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, adult day health, hospice care, and specialized programs for ALS, MS, and ventilator-dependent residents across Massachusetts.
Do you provide care for dementia patients?
Yes, our memory care programs feature secure environments with trained staff and tailored activities to support individuals at all stages of Alzheimer's and dementia.
Are short-term rehabilitation services available?
We provide post-hospitalization rehabilitation with physical, occupational, and speech therapy to help residents regain independence after surgery or illness.
How do you support resident independence?
Our home-like environments feature concierge services, restaurant-style dining, and personalized care plans that balance assistance with autonomy for daily living activities.
What makes your ALS care unique?
The Leonard Florence Center for Living offers cutting-edge technology and specialized staff to support ALS patients, serving more residents with this condition than any other facility globally.
How can I schedule a facility tour?
Contact our Chelsea or Peabody locations directly to arrange personalized tours of our communities and discuss specific care needs with our professional team.
Reviews (2)
Joyce Klos
Nov 06, 2020
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My mother was at Leonard Florence and the Katzman center and the experience was amazing. The level of care, kindness and communication was beyond our expectations. Our first experience was at Leonard Florence in 2013 for a hip fracture and the PT/OT and nursing care that my mother received was above excellent. She was later admitted to Chelsea Jewish NH now called the Katzman Center for beginning stages of dementia where she ended up staying for long term care. The staff treated my mother as if she was their mother. She never had an open area on her back side, never lost any weight and never had
Joan Hall
Jun 08, 2017
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My beloved Mother-in-Law (and I mean that sincerely) arrived about 3 months ago and is staying at the Florence/Chafetz Home for Specialized Care (CJF, Chelsea) now. The buildings are very clean. The food is good. Her space/room is so very comforting. The staff (from CNA's to Administrators) are very knowledgeable, caring and observant. The activities offered allow for everybody to be engaged! My beloved Mother-in-Law, like many others there, are very appreciative of the timely and kind help of the "everyday" staff, enjoy the many activities (especially the sing-a-longs - specialized to their age
