Brightview Arlington
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arlington, MA

Brightview Arlington

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Arlington, MA

Overview of Brightview Arlington

Discover worthwhile living with Brightview Arlington located in the beautiful town of Arlington, MA. This dedicated senior living community offers assisted living, memory care, and enhanced services. Here, residents can select from a wide array of stunning and comfortable accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom. With a highly skilled and compassionate team, residents can receive premium care services and emergency assistance to ensure comfort and security within the community.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy delightful chef-prepared meals in restaurant-style dining, full-service beauty services, and underground parking for guests and residents. Participate in a full-packed calendar of social activities and life-enrichment programs. Meet new friends and create unforgettable memories together. With Brightview Arlington, seniors can live a wondrous retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 90 Rank #84 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 227 homes we track in Massachusetts for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #130 / 178Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 130th out of 178 homes we track in Massachusetts for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
12 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #165 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 165th out of 438 homes we track in Massachusetts for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
67 / 100

About this community

Awards

Best Workplace in Aging Services
Ranked by FORTUNE Magazine for seven consecutive years (2019 - 2025)

License Details

Year Opened2014
AccreditationsBrightview on U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Senior Living Ratings

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
60 units
Special Care
30 units
Low Income Rooms Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
No
Total beds
90 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Not co-located with a nursing home

Additional Services

1 service
Enhanced Care

Contact Information

Fax(781) 646-0838
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Amenities & Lifestyle

Patio
Library
Fitness Center
Salon
Parking
Activities
Branded ProgramsBright Minds Program

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Fitness and Recreation

Managed by Katie A

Community Executive Director

Over 10 years of experience

Katie A. is the Community Executive Director at Brightview Arlington. She joined Brightview over 10 years ago, beginning as a concierge and advancing through several community director roles. Katie now leads the community with extensive experience and a deep commitment to vibrant senior living.

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Arlington's city center to Brightview Arlington's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the MA Executive Office of Elder Affairs, senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Brightview Arlington
AL
MC
Arlington
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
Yes30
67
Facility 67
MA AVG 54
Rank #165 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #130 / 178
-NoNo
Sunrise of Arlington
AL
HOS
MC
RC
Arlington
85
Facility 85
MA AVG 86
Rank #102 / 227
Yes24
89
Facility 89
MA AVG 54
Rank #50 / 438
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #89 / 178
A+NoNo

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every MA community we track that reports that metric, not just the 2 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Brightview Arlington is located in Arlington, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.

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Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

Age 60+
General Massachusetts resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,500/month individual, varies by region
Asset Limits $2,000 individual, excludes home, car
MA

Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Homemaker services Respite care (up to 14 days/year) Adult day care (~$75/day)

Frail Elder Waiver

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
MA

Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$75/day) Home health services

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Age 65+
General Massachusetts resident, eligible for MassHealth (Medicare optional), nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home up to $713,000, car).
MA

Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite (240 hours/year) Adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MA

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Massachusetts resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).
Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.
Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.
MA

27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training Supplies (~$500/year)

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Age 65+ or disabled
General Massachusetts resident, enrolled in Medicare Part D (or ineligible for Medicare).
Income Limits (2025) No strict limit; copays vary by income ~$24,980-$75,000/year individual
Asset Limits Not assessed.
MA

Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits
Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug) Fills coverage gaps Catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Massachusetts resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MA

High veteran demand statewide.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brightview Arlington

Is Brightview Arlington in a walkable area?

Brightview Arlington has a walk score of 67. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Brightview Arlington been in business?

Brightview Arlington has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brightview Arlington?

Yes, Brightview Arlington allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Brightview Arlington operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Brightview Arlington is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Brightview Arlington have?

Brightview Arlington has 90 beds.

Are there photos of Brightview Arlington?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Brightview Arlington in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Brightview Arlington provide?

Brightview Arlington offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Enhanced Care.

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