John F. Kennedy Apartments
Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cambridge, MA

John F. Kennedy Apartments

Assisted Living & Independent Living · Cambridge, MA

Overview of John F. Kennedy Apartments

Conveniently located in the harmonious neighborhood of Cambridge, MA, John F. Kennedy Apartments is a distinguished community that offers independent living. With cozy and thoughtfully designed one-bedroom floor plans, residents can rest assured of living comfortably and safely. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available, ensuring residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Fun recreational activities and engaging programs are conducted, so residents can spend their days as they please. With a fully equipped kitchen, residents can prepare meals according to their dietary needs and preferences. Shopping, dining, and public transportation are also available nearby, ensuring easy access to their needs and leisure. The community is ideal for those seeking comfort in retirement, especially with its warm and inviting setting.

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Walk Score: 98 / 100 Rank #2 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 498 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Massachusetts that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Housekeeping Services

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cambridge's city center to John F. Kennedy Apartments'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 to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Neville Center at Fresh Pond
AL
HOS
MC
NH
SNF
Cambridge (Cambridge Highlands)
112
Facility 112
MA AVG 94
Rank #76 / 276
No-
63
Facility 63
MA AVG 53
Rank #205 / 498
---No-
Wingate Residences at Needham
AL
MC
Needham (Needham Heights)
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 94
Rank #123 / 276
Yes22
56
Facility 56
MA AVG 53
Rank #228 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 22
Rank #125 / 181
B-NoYes
The Residence at Melrose Station
AL
IL
MC
RC
Melrose (Essex Street)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 53
Rank #24 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
-NoNo
Cadbury Commons
AL
IL
MC
Cambridge (Neighborhood Nine)
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 94
Rank #176 / 276
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 498
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
A+NoNo
John F. Kennedy Apartments
AL
IL
Cambridge (The Port)-Yes-
98
Facility 98
MA AVG 53
Rank #2 / 498
1 Bed--No-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

John F. Kennedy Apartments is located in Cambridge, 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
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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 John F. Kennedy Apartments

What neighborhood is John F. Kennedy Apartments in?

John F. Kennedy Apartments is in the The Port neighborhood.

Is John F. Kennedy Apartments in a walkable area?

John F. Kennedy Apartments has a walk score of 98. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at John F. Kennedy Apartments?

Yes, John F. Kennedy Apartments allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of John F. Kennedy Apartments?

Yes — there are 3 photos of John F. Kennedy Apartments in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of John F. Kennedy Apartments?

John F. Kennedy Apartments is located at 55 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139.

What is the phone number of John F. Kennedy Apartments?

(617) 499-7147 will put you in contact with the team at John F. Kennedy Apartments.

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