Goddard House Assisted Living
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Brookline, MA

Goddard House Assisted Living

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Brookline, MA

Overview of Goddard House Assisted Living

Nestled near Boston is the Goddard House Assisted Living in Brookline that offers assisted living and memory care. Goddard House is dedicated to ensuring that all residents are given the opportunity to do as they please and live a hassle-free lifestyle; they provide residents with the opportunity to freely choose a lifestyle that fits their needs. Given their delightful ambiance, management and staff encourage residents to live vibrantly through socializing and making meaningful memories with fellow residents and staff. Goddard House Assisted Living is sure to find endless opportunities waiting to be discovered. 

Goddard House is deeply resident-centered; they give seniors’ families to choose among long-term, short-term, and even trial stays. Residents are offered the Bed, Breakfast, and Beyond program that is essentially their ADL exclusive service. Other features include 24-hour care supervision, medication management, stimulating activities and programs, and housekeeping– among many others.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A mid-sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 115 Rank #16 / 176Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 16th out of 176 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #21 / 153Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 21st out of 153 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
29 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #81 / 244Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 81st out of 244 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
56 / 100

About this community

License Details

Year Opened1997

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipYes

Type Of Units

Traditional
75 units
Special Care
40 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.
Yes
Total beds
115 units

Staffing & Medical

2 services
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Additional Services

3 services
Respite Care
Memory Support
Transportation Services

Contact Information

Fax(617) 731-5188
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesInnovative daily programs for residents
Specific ProgramsTraditional Assisted Living, Olmsted Place Memory Support, Short-Term / Trial Stays, Innovative Programs, Growing the Farm, Gallery M, Expressive Arts, Opening Minds Through Art, Fitness at Goddard House, Brain Healthy Cooking, Multi-Faith Programming, Parkinson’s in Motion, SAGECare LGBT Competency Certification

Faith & Spiritual Life

Religious ServicesMulti-Faith Programming available

Room Accommodations

Building Type3-story
Room Types
Studio 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Semi-Private / Shared Room

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
8 citations 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Massachusetts average:
• Citations per inspection (13% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (64% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 822.0 This facility has 64% fewer total citations than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (8 vs. MA avg 22).↓ 64% better
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 8.07.1 This facility has 13% more citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (8 vs. MA avg 7.1).↑ 13% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 121.0 This facility has had 95% fewer total inspections than the Massachusetts average (1 vs. MA avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 95% fewer

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Goddard House Assisted Living

Goddard House Assisted Living, assisted living in Brookline, MA — Top-down layout of a one-bedroom apartment design
Goddard House Assisted Living, assisted living in Brookline, MA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom assisted living apartment
Olmstead Private Studio Floor Plan
Goddard House Assisted Living, assisted living in Brookline, MA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom assisted living unit
Goddard House Assisted Living, assisted living in Brookline, MA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom assisted living suite

Places of interest near Goddard House Assisted Living

Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Brookline's city center to Goddard House Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.67 miles to nearest hospital (Jamaica Plain VA Medical Center)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Goddard House Assisted Living is located in Brookline, 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 Goddard House Assisted Living

Is Goddard House Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Goddard House Assisted Living has a walk score of 56. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Goddard House Assisted Living been in business?

Goddard House Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Does Goddard House Assisted Living have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Goddard House Assisted Living on this page.

Are pets allowed at Goddard House Assisted Living?

Yes, Goddard House Assisted Living allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Goddard House Assisted Living?

The team at Goddard House Assisted Living can be reached at info@goddardhouse.org.

Does Goddard House Assisted Living operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Goddard House Assisted Living is registered as a non-profit in MA.

How many beds does Goddard House Assisted Living have?

Goddard House Assisted Living has 115 beds.

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