Brigham House
Assisted Living & Respite Care · Watertown, MA

Brigham House

Assisted Living & Respite Care · Watertown, MA

Overview of Brigham House

Brigham House is one of the trusted assisted senior living communities in Waltham that ensures that every aspect of residential wellness is stimulated to create the best version of themselves. They promote an engaging and enriching lifestyle for assisted living residents. The vibrant community offers a home-like atmosphere that can elevate the senior living experience.

The lifestyle at Brigham House is simple: residents are encouraged to be engaged and enriched with recreational activities, socialization, wellness plans, and ADLs provided.

Bed community size
62-bed community Rank #206 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 206th out of 280 homes in Massachusetts. 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.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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #105 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 105th out of 180 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Massachusetts facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.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: 64 / 100 Rank #198 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 198th out of 499 homes in Massachusetts. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Massachusetts facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Details

Year Opened2002

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
62 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.
Yes
Total beds
62 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Not co-located with a nursing home

Contact Information

Fax(617) 923-6239
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Amenities & Lifestyle

ActivitiesActivities Calendar available for residents
Specific ProgramsRespite Care & Rehab, Financial Resources, Veteran’s Benefits, PACE Resources
Touring HoursMonday through Friday: 9:00am – 5:00pm* (by appointment after hours and on weekends)

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brigham House

Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio
Studio

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Watertown's city center to Brigham House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

Brigham House
AL
RC
Watertown
62
Facility 62
MA AVG 94
Rank #206 / 280
No
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #198 / 499
Traditional (62)
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 24
Rank #105 / 180
-YesNo
Waterstone at Wellesley
AL
IL
Wellesley (Wellesley Lower Falls)
52
Facility 52
MA AVG 94
Rank #232 / 280
Yes
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 53
Rank #165 / 499
1 Bed / 2 Bed
14
Facility 14
MA AVG 24
Rank #137 / 180
ANoNo
Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings
AL
MC
RC
Waltham (North Waltham)-Yes
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 53
Rank #379 / 499
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #56 / 180
CNo-
EPOCH Senior Living – Waltham
AL
IL
MC
Waltham (Angleside)-No
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 53
Rank #330 / 499
-
19
Facility 19
MA AVG 24
Rank #119 / 180
A+No-

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Brigham House is located in Watertown, 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 Brigham House

Is Brigham House in a walkable area?

Brigham House has a walk score of 64. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Brigham House been in business?

According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Brigham House has been operating for approximately 24 years.

Does Brigham House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Brigham House is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Brigham House have?

Brigham House has 62 beds.

Are there photos of Brigham House?

Yes — there are 6 photos of Brigham House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Brigham House?

Brigham House is located at 341 Mt Auburn St, Watertown, MA 02472.

What is the phone number of Brigham House?

(617) 923-7779 will put you in contact with the team at Brigham House.

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