The Davenport Memorial Home

Specialties

The Home is set amid beautifully landscaped grounds conveniently located in downtown Malden, close to shops and bus routes. Since 1946, the Home has offered a caring, and luxurious lifestyle for retired residents of Malden. The Home is a non-​profit charitable corporation operated by a Board of Trustees who work to provide a home where seniors live an elegant lifestyle in a happy, carefree and peaceful environment. the Administrator and a warm, caring staff provide freedom from everyday cares. Delicious homemade meals, activities and housekeeping services are provided.

Ample parking is available for residents who maintain their own vehicles. Visiting family and friends are warmly welcomed. Guests are encouraged to maintain their outside activities and interests, and also to plan their club meetings at the Home.

History

Established in 1946.

The Davenport Memorial Home opened in 1946 as a bequest of Miss Alice M. Davenport to honor of her parents, A.H. and Ella Davenport. Mr. Davenport built the beautiful Colonial Revival mansion in 1892 to celebrate the success of his world famous interior design and furniture business. He was a contemporary of President Theodore Roosevelt, and redecorated many of the White House rooms, providing the state dining table, among other pieces.