Gabriel House of Fall River

Overview of Gabriel House of Fall River

Gabriel House Assisted Living Residence is an assisted living and independent living community located at 261 Oliver Street in Fall River, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Bristol County, the facility is owned by Dennis Etzkorn and provides care plans for both independent and assisted living residents.

The community maintains a staff of 18 full-time employees, with 24-hour coverage provided by licensed nurses and CNAs. Situated near Saint Anne’s Hospital, the property holds a Walk Score of 86, indicating that most errands can be accomplished on foot. Pets are permitted on the premises.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history or penalty data is reported in the current source records. The community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Families should request the most recent survey results directly from the facility.

Confirmed amenities and services include private studio apartments, weekly housekeeping, and laundry services. Utilities such as heat, electricity, water, and basic cable are included. The dining program provides three daily meals. Residents have access to on-site activities, complimentary transportation, and hospice services if needed. A security monitoring system is in place for the property.

Families seeking residential care with proximity to medical services and urban walkability may find this community appropriate. Families evaluating Gabriel House Assisted Living Residence should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current bed count, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

Bed community size
100-bed community Rank #94 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 276 homes 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.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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
22 years in operation Rank #102 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 102nd out of 181 homes 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.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.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 86 / 100 Rank #81 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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
100 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24 Hour emergency Response System with 24 hour awake, alert staff.
Safety FeaturesState of the art security monitoring system.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. Dennis Etzkorn, Owner (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staff Details

Total Employees
18
Full-Time Employees
18

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(508) 677-2973

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spacious Private Studio Apartment
Heat
Electricity
Water
Basic Cable
Three Meals Served Daily
On-Site Staff 24 Hours A Day
Security Monitoring System
Weekly Housekeeping
Linen And Personal Laundry Service
Use Of All Community And Recreation Areas
Complimentary Transportation
Activities Onsite
Hospice Available
ActivitiesPlanned social and recreational events
Specific ProgramsAssisted Plan, Independent Plan, Basic Service Plan, optional personal care assistance, social and recreational programs
Religious ServicesDevotional services offsite

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Plan$2,400 per month
Independent Plan$1,850 per month

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Compare Assisted Living around Fall River

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.

Gabriel House of Fall River
AL
Fall River
100
Facility 100
MA AVG 94
Rank #94 / 276
No
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 498
-
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 22
Rank #102 / 181
No
Gabriel Care Adult Foster Care
AL
Fall River-Yes
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 53
Rank #13 / 498
--No
Gabriel House Assisted Living Residence
AL
Fall River (Oliver Street)-Yes
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 498
Studio
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 22
Rank #90 / 181
No

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Gabriel House of Fall River is located in Fall River, 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 Gabriel House of Fall River

Is Gabriel House of Fall River in a walkable area?

Gabriel House of Fall River has a walk score of 86. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Gabriel House of Fall River been in business?

Gabriel House of Fall River has been operating for approximately 22 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Gabriel House of Fall River?

No, Gabriel House of Fall River has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Gabriel House of Fall River have?

Gabriel House of Fall River has 100 beds.

Are there photos of Gabriel House of Fall River?

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What is the address of Gabriel House of Fall River?

Gabriel House of Fall River is located at 261 Oliver St, Fall River, Ma 02724, Fall River, MA 02724.

What is the phone number of Gabriel House of Fall River?

(508) 678-9095 will put you in contact with the team at Gabriel House of Fall River.

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