Avita of Needham
Nursing Home · Massachusetts, MA

Avita of Needham

Nursing Home · Massachusetts, MA

Overview of Avita of Needham

Avita of Needham is a 62-bed memory care community located at 880 Greendale Avenue in Needham, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Norfolk County, the facility specializes in care for residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Respite stays are also available.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.

The community features eight confirmed amenities, including secure interior courtyards, sunrooms, screen porches, and a salon. The property is equipped with communal living rooms, entertainment spaces, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The dining program provides three daily meals served in neighborhood dining spaces or a private dining room. Programming includes culinary and creative activities such as arts and cooking-based memory engagement. Specific staffing ratios and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data.

This environment suits families seeking dedicated memory care with an emphasis on structured, creative, and culinary programming. Families evaluating Avita of Needham should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, pricing, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

(781) 444-2266
Bed community size
62-bed community Rank #205 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th 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.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 13 / 100 Rank #450 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 450th 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.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Awards

AwardsBoston Globe Top Place to Work 2025

License Details

Type Of 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
62 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Fax(781) 444-2822

Amenities & Lifestyle

Gracious Neighborhood Dining Spaces
Private Dining Room For Gathering With Friends & Family
Sunrooms & Screen Porches
Landscaped & Secure Interior Courtyards
Well-Appointed Living Rooms
Entertainment & Program Spaces
Salon & Barber Services
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Specific ProgramsRespite Stay Program, Signature Programs, Senior Green, Eat Fresh, Eat Local, Artists in Residence, Cooking Up Memories

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionCreative, nutritious meals homemade every day by our Culinary team.

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Nursing Home in Massachusetts

Avita of Needham is located in Needham, 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 Avita of Needham

Is Avita of Needham in a walkable area?

Avita of Needham has a walk score of 13. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

How many beds does Avita of Needham have?

Avita of Needham has 62 beds.

Are there photos of Avita of Needham?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Avita of Needham in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Avita of Needham?

Avita of Needham is located at 880 Greendale Ave, Needham, MA 02492.

What is the phone number of Avita of Needham?

(781) 444-2266 will put you in contact with the team at Avita of Needham.

Is Avita of Needham Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Avita of Needham is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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