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Premier Memory Care on Boston's South Shore

A thoughtfully designed assisted living residence where your loved one can thrive.

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Memory Care Built Around Your Loved One

Choosing memory care for someone you love is one of life’s most difficult decisions. At The Cordwainer, we’ve created something different: a memory care residence where residents don’t just live safely, they flourish with purpose, dignity, and joy.

Located in Norwell on Boston’s South Shore, The Cordwainer is built exclusively for memory care. What sets us apart is our comprehensive approach: evidence-based cognitive therapy programs paired with deeply personalized care that honors who your loved one is, not just their diagnosis.

From our thoughtfully designed environment that promotes independence and safety, to our engaging daily programs led by dementia care experts, every detail exists to support cognitive wellness and preserve the moments that matter most. And for families, we provide the partnership, transparency, and peace of mind you deserve during this journey.

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The Learned EnvironmentSM

Our Signature Cognitive Therapy Program

The brain never stops being capable of learning, creating, and connecting, even with dementia. That’s why we created The Learned Environment℠, a program exclusive to The Cordwainer.

Unlike traditional memory care activities, The Learned Environment℠ is designed to do more than fill time. Through three integrated learning pathways, residents experience genuine cognitive engagement, creative expression, and the sense of accomplishment that comes from learning something new.

Two elderly people sit at a table in a memory care Boston community, focused on painting with blue paint on black canvases. Art supplies, water cups, and paper towels fill the table. Framed artwork hangs on the glass wall behind them.

Artistic Exploration​

When language fails, art speaks. Through painting, drawing, and sculpture, residents express emotions and preserve their sense of self in a failure-free environment where there are no mistakes, only discoveries.​

Three elderly women enjoy making Art together indoors; one plays a ukulele, another holds a tambourine and smiles, and the third plays a drum. All appear cheerful and engaged in their creative draft.

Music Immersion​

Music reaches the parts of the brain that dementia often can't touch. Residents don't just listen. They learn instruments, participate in drumming circles, and experience how music can calm anxiety, unlock memories, and elevate mood.​

The Learned Environment - Language

Cultural & Language Discovery​

Learning a new language stimulates cognitive pathways in ways few other activities can. Residents explore Spanish, French, Italian, and more, engaging their minds while sparking curiosity and conversation.​

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Need a Break?

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Supporting a loved one with dementia is rewarding, while taking time for yourself is an important part of that care. Our short-term respite stays offer peace of mind while you travel, rest, or focus on other commitments.

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Recognized for Excellence

The Cordwainer has earned recognition for innovation, design, and compassionate care. We’re proud to be a leader in memory care on Boston’s South Shore.

Why We Built The Cordwainer

We built The Cordwainer to deliver a new standard of memory care in Massachusetts - where luxury, liveliness, and care excellence intertwine to create a truly exceptional home for our residents.”
Tamilyn and Bodo Liesenfeld
Founders

Meet Our Team

Every member of our team is committed to providing thoughtful, personalized care. Here’s who you’ll meet when you visit. Both good. No more needed here.

Maria Lastoria

Executive Director

Maria has spent 30 years enriching the lives of seniors in executive director roles across assisted living, memory care, and independent living communities in New England. She was recently named Executive Director of the Year by the Massachusetts Assisted Living Association.
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The Cordwainer | Maria Lastoria

Erica Lathrop

Sales Director

With 13 years of senior living experience on the South Shore, Erica is a Certified Dementia Practitioner and dedicated advocate for caregivers. She believes walking through the door is the hardest decision a caregiver can make, and she's here to make that step easier.
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Memory Care Near You

The Cordwainer is located in Norwell, Massachusetts, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by peaceful woods. We’re just a short drive from communities across the South Shore and greater Boston area. We welcome families from: Cohasset, Scituate, Hingham, Weymouth, Hanover, Pembroke, Duxbury, Marshfield, and surrounding towns. Address: 555 Cordwainer Drive Norwell, MA 02061 Phone: 781-871-5550 Visiting Hours: Open 7 days a week for tours and visits.
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See The Cordwainer for Yourself

The best way to know if we’re the right fit for your family is to visit. Schedule a personal tour to meet our team, see our unique community, and feel the vibe of daily life at The Cordwainer.

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