Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boston, MA

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boston, MA

Overview of Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle

Nestled in the lively community of Brighton, MA, the Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. A wide array of spacious and well-appointed accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, memory care studio, memory care one-bedroom, and memory care companion suite ara available for its residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, this community provides customized care plans and supportive multi-sensory, mind stimulating activities for those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Short term stays are also available for respite care services.

With its top-notch amenities and services, residents can enjoy an inspired dining with delectable and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team, weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen services, and transportation assistance to appointments. Meet new companions and create meaningful memories through its shared spaces like walking paths, landscape gardens, and spacious patios. Participate in various life enrichment activities and wellness programs for continuing social engagement. With the Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle, seniors are assured of a worry-free retirement.

Bed community size
84-bed community Rank #149 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th 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
30 years in operation Rank #15 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th 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.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: C- (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened1996

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Traditional
56 units
Special Care
28 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
84 units

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactTom Grape, Chairperson/CEO (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Co-located with Nursing Home

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Contact Information

Fax(617) 566-1752
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

1 Bed
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle

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Address 5.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boston's city center to Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle'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.

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Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
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84
Facility 84
MA AVG 94
Rank #149 / 276
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle is located in Boston, 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 Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle

What neighborhood is Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in?

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle is in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston.

Is Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in a walkable area?

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle 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 Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle been in business?

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle?

Yes, Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle allows residents to bring their pets.

Does Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle have?

Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle has 84 beds.

Are there photos of Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle in the photo gallery on this page.

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