Fenno House
Assisted Living · Quincy, MA

Overview of Fenno House

Situated in Quincy, Fenno House is a non-profit independent living and assisted living community. The senior living community is a comfortable and safe senior home where residents are guaranteed to feel welcomed in a friendly environment. You can trust that Fenno House is a deeply supportive and vibrant senior living community that has received the trust of many families.
Fenno House is a modest and tight-knit community with an array of amenities and services– daily meals, 24-hour care supervision, medication management, housekeeping, and short-term stays available; apartments equipped with kitchens, full baths, and balconies. Fenno House boasts comprehensive senior care in an affordable rate, ensuring that residents are really kept in mind, and, thereby, showing that they are putting their residents at the top of their priority list.

(617) 773-5483
Bed community size
39-bed community Rank #265 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 265th out of 280 homes in Massachusetts. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
22 years in operation Rank #109 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 109th out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #39 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened2004

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipYes

Type Of Units

Traditional
39 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
39 units

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Lucille Becker, Executive Director

Staff Composition

Total Employees
20
Full-Time Employees
20

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(617) 786-1711
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsCommunity / Neighborhood

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionTwo daily meals served in the dining room.

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Address 1.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Quincy's city center to Fenno House's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.2 miles to nearest hospital (Beth Israel Deaconess Hospitalu2013Milton)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Fenno House is located in Quincy, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fenno House

What neighborhood is Fenno House in?

Fenno House is in the Wollaston neighborhood of Quincy.

Is Fenno House in a walkable area?

Fenno House has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has Fenno House been in business?

According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Fenno House has been operating for approximately 22 years.

Does Fenno House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Fenno House is registered as a non-profit in MA.

How many beds does Fenno House have?

Fenno House has 39 beds.

Are there photos of Fenno House?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Fenno House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Fenno House?

(617) 773-5483 will put you in contact with the team at Fenno House.

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