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Bertram House of Swampscott
Bertram House of Swampscott is a premier senior living community located in Swampscott, Massachusetts, just one block from the beach. The community offers a maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing residents to enjoy friends, hobbies, seasonal cuisine, and the local area as they please. Bertram House of Swampscott is considered the gold standard in senior living, with a reputation on the North Shore that’s second to none. The community is housed in a beautiful historic building, previously the New Ocean House Hotel, and offers a gracious living experience with services tailored to meet the individual needs and preferences of each resident.
Bertram House of Swampscott provides a range of living options, including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community offers a specialized area dedicated to residents with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. Residents can enjoy a variety of daily activities, such as physical fitness, creative pursuits, social events, learning opportunities, and spiritual programs. The community also offers scheduled group trips and resident-sponsored clubs catering to various interests. Bertram House of Swampscott serves up to three delicious, well-balanced meals daily, featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day. The community is located just 14 miles from downtown Boston, close to the historic New England towns of Marblehead and Salem, and near Salem Hospital and North Shore Medical Center.
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Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
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0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Swampscott's city center to Bertram House of Swampscott's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 6.85 miles to nearest hospital (Beverly Hospital)
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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| Atria Longmeadow Place | AL IL MC | Burlington | 110
Facility
110
MA AVG
86
Rank
#42 / 227 | Yes | 13 |
53
Facility
53
MA AVG
54
Rank
#218 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MA AVG
22
Rank
#54 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
| The Residence at Boylston Place | AL IL MC RC | Chestnut Hill | 99
Facility
99
MA AVG
86
Rank
#63 / 227 | No | 18 |
78
Facility
78
MA AVG
54
Rank
#124 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#77 / 178 | - | No | Yes |
| Youville Place | AL MC | Lexington (Munroe Station) | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
86
Rank
#70 / 227 | Yes | 24 |
28
Facility
28
MA AVG
54
Rank
#324 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#26 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
| Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle | AL MC RC | Boston (Brighton) | 84
Facility
84
MA AVG
86
Rank
#106 / 227 | Yes | 28 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
54
Rank
#77 / 438 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#14 / 178 | C- | No | Yes |
| Bertram House of Swampscott | AL MC | Swampscott | 59
Facility
59
MA AVG
86
Rank
#166 / 227 | Yes | 22 |
62
Facility
62
MA AVG
54
Rank
#186 / 438 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#26 / 178 | - | No | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bertram House of Swampscott
Is Bertram House of Swampscott in a walkable area?
Bertram House of Swampscott has a walk score of 62. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
How long has Bertram House of Swampscott been in business?
Bertram House of Swampscott has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Bertram House of Swampscott?
Yes, Bertram House of Swampscott allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Bertram House of Swampscott operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Bertram House of Swampscott is registered as a non-profit in MA.
How many beds does Bertram House of Swampscott have?
Bertram House of Swampscott has 59 beds.
Are there photos of Bertram House of Swampscott?
Yes — there are 6 photos of Bertram House of Swampscott in the photo gallery on this page.
What levels of care does Bertram House of Swampscott provide?
Bertram House of Swampscott offers Assisted Living and Memory Care.
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