Senior Living Residences

What Senior Living Residences does

Senior Living Residences (SLR), LLC is a privately held senior housing and care management company founded in 1990 and headquartered in Braintree, Massachusetts. The company operates a portfolio of 23 senior living communities across five northeastern U.S. states (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, and Rhode Island) with a workforce of 1,001-5,000 employees. SLR provides Independent Living, Assisted Living, and specialized Memory Support through its Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods, supplemented by Respite and Short-Term Stays. The company also operates The Cambridge Homes as a distinct not-for-profit 501(c)(3) entity established in 1887, with an endowment fund enabling financial assistance to residents with limited means.

The company's care platform is anchored by proprietary, research-based signature programs: the Brain Healthy Cooking Program (a Mediterranean diet-based nutrition initiative launched in 2009, the first of its kind in U.S. assisted living), the EnrichedLIFE programming framework, the Lifetime Achievement Award Program (created 2010 to combat anonymity of aging among memory-loss residents), ConnectedLIFE for mild cognitive impairment, and the Grab Your Passport cultural immersion program. SLR holds Purple Flag for Dementia Care Accreditation and SAGECare Platinum LGBTQ+ cultural competency credentials across multiple communities, employs Certified Dementia Practitioners with bi-annual recertification, and maintains a Dedicated referral partner portal for eldercare professionals.

Revenue is generated primarily through monthly subscription-style residency fees that vary by community and care level, encompassing housing, meals, personal care assistance, medication management, housekeeping, transportation, and access to programming. The go-to-market model is direct-to-consumer, drawing on family education content (AgeRight Blog, BrainHealthyCooking.com), community education programs such as the Dementia Friendly Communities Initiative, eldercare professional referrals, and in-person community tours. Multiple communities operate in operational partnership with Volunteers of America Massachusetts, including Forestdale Park (opened 2018), Concord Park, and Nashoba Park. Leadership comprises Tadd Clelland (President & CEO) and Bob Larkin (Managing Partner and General Counsel). SLR is privately held with no disclosed parent company, no funding rounds, and no M&A activity, while consistently earning Boston Globe Top Places to Work (4-5 consecutive years), U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living (2026), and inclusion in Boston Magazine's Top 150 Senior Living Communities.

Name

Senior Living Residences

Legal name

Senior Living Residences, LLC

Website

https://seniorlivingresidences.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Senior Living Residences is a privately held senior housing and care management company operating 23 owned and partnered assisted living, independent living, and Compass Memory Support communities across five northeastern U.S. states, serving seniors and their families with research-based programming and dementia care.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Living Services

NAICS

Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (6233)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050)

akta.pro primary industry

Luxury / High-End Assisted Living Communities (HLADABAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Active Adult (55+) Independent Living Communities (HLADAAAD)

Keywords

• Assisted living services
• Memory care support
• Senior housing management
• Independent living communities
• Dementia care programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Braintree

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices22 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Senior Living Residency Fees: Monthly fees for independent living, assisted living, and memory support accommodations. Fees cover housing, meals (including Brain Healthy Dining), personal care assistance, housekeeping, transportation, and access to EnrichEDLIFE programming and activities. Short-term and trial stays available with no minimum stay requirement.
2. Care and Support Services: Additional care services including medication management, personal care assistance, wellness oversight, and coordination with external healthcare providers. Services are customized through personalized wellness care plans developed with family and physician involvement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Senior Living Residences operates 23 owned senior living communities across the Northeast US (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Rhode Island), providing housing, dining, personal care, and wellness programming across four core living options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Compass Memory Support for Alzheimer's and dementia, and Respite/Short-Term Stays. The company delivers research-based care through proprietary programs including the Brain Healthy Cooking Program, EnrichedLIFE Programming, and ConnectedLIFE for mild cognitive impairment.

Product overview

Senior Living Residences operates 23 senior living communities across the northeastern United States (Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Rhode Island) offering a portfolio of living options and specialized care programs. The company's core living options include Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support (through Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods), and Respite/Short-Term Stays. These are supported by signature programs including the Brain Healthy Cooking Program (Mediterranean diet-based nutrition), EnrichedLIFE Programming (activities and adventures), Lifetime Achievement Award Program, Grab Your Passport cultural program, and ConnectedLIFE for mild cognitive impairment. The company holds Purple Flag for Dementia Care Accreditation and SAGECare Platinum credentials. Additional services include transportation via Limo Bus and Certified Dementia Practitioner training for staff.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Compass Memory Support Neighborhoods: State-of-the-art memory support program featuring innovative, research-based programming for those with memory loss.
• EnrichedLIFE Programming
• Brain Healthy Cooking Program
• Lifetime Achievement Award Program

Products and services

• Assisted Living Service-enriched assisted living providing personal care assistance, wellness oversight, medication management, and 24/7 Certified Resident Care Associates to help seniors with daily activities maintain independence.
• Independent Living Independent apartment living for active seniors with access to community amenities, dining, transportation, programming, and supportive services without home maintenance responsibilities.
• Compass Memory Support Neighborhood Specialized memory support program with research-based programming, secure environments with enclosed courtyards, gardening activities, and comfortable seating designed specifically for residents with Alzheimer's and related dementias.
• Respite and Short-Term Stays Short-term trial stay program with no minimum stay requirement, allowing seniors and families to experience community living on a temporary basis or providing caregiver respite.
• Brain Healthy Cooking Program Research-based Mediterranean-style nutrition program focused on foods proven to boost brain health and cognitive function, with chefs modifying traditional recipes to reduce sugar, saturated fats, and salt.
• EnrichedLIFE Programming Comprehensive enrichment programming featuring cultural, educational, wellness, and social programs organized around residents' individual interests and including Brain Healthy Cooking, Grab Your Passport, and Lifetime Achievement Award ceremonies.
• ConnectedLIFE Open campus memory support program designed for assisted living residents with mild cognitive impairment, offering specialized support and engagement.
• Grab Your Passport Program Cultural immersion program that allows residents to explore different cultures through virtual travel experiences and off-site adventures.
• Limo Bus Transportation Regularly scheduled transportation service for shopping, religious services, sightseeing tours, cultural events, restaurants, and medical appointments.

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.5 star customer satisfaction rating
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Volunteers of America MassachusettscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMultiple Senior Living Residences communities are Volunteers of America Massachusetts Senior Communities, including Forestdale Park (opened 2018 at former McFadden Manor site), Concord Park (first VOA Massachusetts senior community in MA to offer housing and supportive services combination), and Nashoba Park. VOA MASS provides operational partnership and community connections.
• Mount Auburn HospitalcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLocated adjacent to The Cambridge Homes community. Residents can get blood work done at the hospital which is right next door. The Cambridge Homes recommends Mount Auburn Hospital for local hospital referrals and outside care coordination.
• Greater Boston Long Term Care PharmacycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProvides traditional pharmacy care with delivery directly to communities so residents no longer have to travel to pick up prescriptions. Offers extra clinical support with comprehensive drug reviews for residents.
• All Care VNAminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVisiting nursing provider offering onsite support for conditions requiring assessment and rehabilitation at The Cambridge Homes.
• Pathways (PT/OT/Speech)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPhysical, occupational, and speech therapy provider offering onsite rehabilitation services at The Cambridge Homes.
• Beth Israel Lahey Health at HomeminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPT/OT/Speech therapy provider and hospice partner offering onsite services at The Cambridge Homes.
• Cambridgeside Dental AssociationminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDental care provider serving The Cambridge Homes residents.
• Good Shepherd HospicecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospice partnership for onsite support at The Cambridge Homes.
• Care Dimensions HospiceminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospice provider brought in as needed at The Cambridge Homes.
• Your Elder ExpertsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeriatric care managers partnered with The Cambridge Homes for comprehensive elder care management.
• Senior Support SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeriatric care managers partnered with The Cambridge Homes for comprehensive elder care management.
• Life Care AdvocatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGeriatric care managers partnered with The Cambridge Homes for comprehensive elder care management.
• First Choice Community Medical ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerNurse Practitioner onsite weekly at Methuen Village for primary care coordination.
• Quest DiagnosticsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLab services partner for Methuen Village residents.
• Caretenders (LHC Group)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVNA and physical therapy provider onsite weekly at Methuen Village.
• Elara CaringminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVNA and PT provider at Methuen Village as needed, also home care and hospice partner.
• Enhabit Home HealthminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHome health services provider at Methuen Village as needed.
• Onsite DentalminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDental care provider offering services onsite quarterly at Methuen Village.
• Constellation HospiceminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospice care provider for Methuen Village.
• Hospice Services of MassachusettsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerHospice care provider for Methuen Village.
• SAGECarecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSLR communities partner with SAGECare for LGBTQ+ Cultural Competency training. Staff training program to better understand LGBTQ residents' unique needs and experiences. Multiple communities achieved Platinum credential level.
• OldwayscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with Oldways to develop Plant Forward Plates program offering heart-healthy, completely plant-based menu options. The Cambridge Homes was first Assisted Living community to offer this program.
• AgeSpan (Elder Services of Merrimack Valley)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMerrimack Valley elder services organization partnered with Methuen Village for senior support.
• Holy Family HospitalminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLocal hospital partner for Methuen Village residents.
• Methuen Senior CenterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLocal senior center partnered for community connections and education programs.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Brightview Senior Living: Regional operator of assisted living and memory care communities with a comparable mid-sized platform, similar emphasis on upscale amenities and signature wellness programming.
• EPOCH Senior Living: Northeast-focused assisted living and memory care provider with a portfolio of similar size, similar service tiers (independent, assisted, memory care), and a comparable emphasis on upscale finishes and lifestyle programming.
• Juniper Communities: Privately held assisted living and memory care operator with a comparable mid-sized footprint, emphasis on signature wellness programs, and a similar mix of independent, assisted, and memory care offerings.
• Northbridge Companies: New England–based developer and operator of assisted living and memory care communities; comparable regional footprint and similar premium community model.
• Benchmark Senior Living: New England–headquartered assisted living, independent living, and memory care operator with a comparable regional, mid-sized platform and similar mix of upscale communities and proprietary wellness programming.
• Kisco Senior Living: Privately held senior living operator with independent, assisted, and memory care communities; comparable in ownership profile (private), service mix, and focus on lifestyle-oriented programming.
• Five Star Senior Living: Mid-sized senior living provider operating independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities; closely comparable in size, mix of services, and emphasis on lifestyle and wellness programming.

Broad incumbents

• Brookdale Senior Living: Largest U.S. senior living operator with a broad assisted living, independent living, and memory care portfolio; serves the same customer base but at national scale and with a different cost structure.
• Sunrise Senior Living: Established national operator of upscale assisted living and memory care communities; overlaps with SLR on premium positioning and signature programming but operates at meaningfully greater scale.
• Atria Senior Living: Large national senior living operator offering independent, assisted, and memory care in upscale settings; comparable in product mix and target demographic but with substantially broader geographic reach and marketing scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/seniorlivingresidences
• Xx.com/slrseniorliving
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/senior-living-residences

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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