Youville House Assisted Living in Cambridge, MA offers traditional assisted living support as well as a dedicated program for residents living with moderate dementia. Care teams can provide full assistance with bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting, and residents who need help with mobility can receive complete transfer support, including the use of a Hoyer lift. Regular on-site medical services such as podiatry are available, and the community is prepared to welcome residents with certain psychiatric conditions, coordinating closely with outside clinicians as needed.

Care delivery is backed by an RN or LPN on staff and a nurse on call around the clock. Night shifts are covered by awake team members, all employees undergo background checks, and an activity director plans structured engagement each day. Safety measures include 24-hour security, fenced outdoor areas, alarmed doors, in-room pull cords that alert staff, and a personal emergency response system that can connect directly to 911.

Private apartments are available in several floor plans. Select residences include a private bathroom, kitchenette, independent heating and cooling controls, cable hookups, and the option for residents to paint or decorate. Not every unit offers every feature, so families should confirm details during a tour. Independent living residents who prefer a lighter level of support can still benefit from medication-management monitoring, which allows the clinical team to review adherence and refill cycles without intruding on day-to-day independence.

Meals are served three times daily, with a set menu that covers standard favorites and an on-order option for those who prefer more flexibility. Snacks are stocked throughout the day, and the culinary staff is trained to prepare modified or therapeutic diets when prescribed. Independent living residents may take their meals in the main dining room or opt for lighter fare in common areas, and their medication schedules can be coordinated with dining times to streamline daily routines.

Residents have access to on-site parking, outdoor smoking areas, wheelchair-accessible common spaces, a barber and beauty shop, exercise room, movie room, wellness center, internet access, and communal gardens. Scheduled transportation helps residents reach medical appointments and local shopping. Pets are allowed. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.