Wingate Residences at Needham

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14 miles from city center

Description

Nestled just beyond the bustling heart of Boston, Wingate Residences at Needham offers a haven of exceptional living for seniors. Here, the essence of assisted living and the specialized care of the memory care unit converge to create a unique and enriching experience. This family-run establishment, spanning three generations, exudes a welcoming atmosphere where safety and security are paramount.

Residents can enjoy chef-crafted meals and designer finishes, or even relish the camaraderie of group excursions and personalized consultations with a registered dietitian. Beyond the beautifully landscaped grounds and modern amenities, Wingate Residences at Needham is where connections flourish, new experiences await, and a sense of belonging becomes a cherished reality.

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What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed

Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type 3-story

Amenities

Transportation Services

Fitness and Recreation

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Independent Living Memory Care Home Care Hospice Care Nursing Homes

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

Home Care Program

MassHealth Home Care

General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

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 Specifics: 27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).

Prescription Advantage

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
MA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.

Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

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MassHealth Home Care

Home Care Program

Eligibility

General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

Benefits

Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).

Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

Frail Elder Waiver

Eligibility

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Requires clinical eligibility determination.

Benefits

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.

Massachusetts Senior Care Options

Senior Care Options (SCO)

Eligibility

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).

Benefits

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult

Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Eligibility

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 Specifics: 27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).

Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

Prescription Advantage

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.

Benefits

Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).

Massachusetts SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
MA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.

Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Eligibility

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.