Willis Avenue Development
Senior Living & Independent Living · Medford, MA

Willis Avenue Development

Senior Living & Independent Living · Medford, Massachusetts

Overview of Willis Avenue Development

Live your best years at Willis Avenue Development, an astounding community situated in the harmonious neighborhood of Medford, MA, offering independent living. Residents can ease their worries with a variety of specially designed and sophisticated accommodations. The community also helps with maintenance, providing residents with more time to do the things they love.

Residents can spend their days as they please, especially with unique local shops, serene parks, and other recreational spaces in the area. Restaurants nearby also provide residents with a variety of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. With its warm and inviting environment, residents can rest assured of living comfortably in retirement.

Types of Care at Willis Avenue Development

Independent Living
Walk Score
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #72 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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Amenities & Lifestyle

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Specific ProgramsSaltonstall Building, Walkling Court, Tempone Apartments, Weldon Gardens, Phillips Apartments, Doherty Apartments, LaPrise Village, Willis Avenue
Operating HoursMon, Tue, Wed: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thur: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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Housing Options: 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: 2-story

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Medford's city center to Willis Avenue Development's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Senior Living in Massachusetts

Willis Avenue Development is located in Medford, 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).
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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).
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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
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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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Willis Avenue Development

What neighborhood is Willis Avenue Development in?

Willis Avenue Development is in the South Medford neighborhood.

Is Willis Avenue Development in a walkable area?

Willis Avenue Development has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the address of Willis Avenue Development?

Willis Avenue Development is located at 147 Exchange Ave, Medford, MA 02155.

What is the phone number of Willis Avenue Development?

(781) 396-7200 will put you in contact with the team at Willis Avenue Development.

Is Willis Avenue Development Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Willis Avenue Development is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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