Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hingham, MA

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham

Assisted Living & Memory Care · Hingham, MA

Overview of Bridges® by Epoch at Hingham

Make every moment count with Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham residing in the peaceful 1 Sgt William B. Terry Drive, Hingham, MA, that specializes in memory care. The community strives to create a haven for seniors with three purposely built and welcoming households, ensuring a comfortable and safe retirement. With a team of highly qualified and well-trained professionals providing top-notch care and assistance around the clock, seniors let go of their worries and live to their potential.

The community promotes a vibrant and friendly environment for seniors to mingle with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. Moreover, Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham ensures its team is well-cared for to deliver better support for residents. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals satisfying dietary needs and preferences. Bridges By EPOCH at Hingham is a good place for individuals with dementia to spend their golden years without feeling restricted by their special needs.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 48 Rank #189 / 227Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 189th out of 227 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #122 / 178Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 178 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
14 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #186 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 186th out of 438 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

Awards

Rated among the BEST MEMORY CARE communities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

License Details

Year Opened2012
AccreditationsPurple Flag for Dementia Care™ accreditation

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Special Care
48 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
48 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Secured Perimeter

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(781) 749-3657
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
Activities
Specific ProgramsEducational seminars, support groups for caregivers

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private / Companion Suites

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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Private Suite
Private Suite
1 / 4
Private Suite
1
Companion Suite
Companion Suite
1

Managed by Kevin Defayette

Executive Director

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Hingham's city center to Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Sunrise of Cohasset
AL
MC
Cohasset
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 86
Rank #157 / 227
Yes22
45
Facility 45
MA AVG 54
Rank #260 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite--NoNo
Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham
AL
MC
Hingham
48
Facility 48
MA AVG 86
Rank #189 / 227
No48
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 54
Rank #186 / 438
Private / Companion Suites
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 22
Rank #122 / 178
-NoNo
Fenno House
AL
IL
Quincy (Wollaston)
39
Facility 39
MA AVG 86
Rank #214 / 227
No-
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 54
Rank #37 / 438
Traditional (39)
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 22
Rank #101 / 178
A+YesNo
Brookdale Quincy Bay
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Quincy-Yes-
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 54
Rank #115 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--No-

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham is located in Hingham, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham

Is Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham in a walkable area?

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham has a walk score of 62. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham been in business?

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham has been operating for approximately 14 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham?

No, Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham has a no-pet policy.

Does Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham have?

Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham has 48 beds.

How much does Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham cost per month?

Pricing at Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham starts at $10,315 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham?

Yes — there are 37 photos of Bridges® by EPOCH at Hingham in the photo gallery on this page.

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