Christopher Heights of Belchertown

Christopher Heights of Belchertown

Overview of Christopher Heights of Belchertown

Christopher Heights of Belchertown is an 83-bed assisted living community located at 99 Front Street in Belchertown, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Hampshire County, the facility provides personalized care plans supported by 24-hour staffing and an emergency call system.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the regulation of this facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the current source data, and the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero. Records indicate that no civil money penalties or payment denials have been imposed by CMS within the past three years.

The community offers 14 confirmed amenities, including an on-site salon, library, gardening spaces, and outdoor walking areas. Residents have access to group exercise programs focused on balance, daily life enrichment activities, and scheduled group transportation. Services include housekeeping, laundry, and grounds maintenance. The dining program provides daily lunch in the main dining rooms, with options for communal or apartment-delivered continental breakfast.

Integrated exercise and wellness programming make this a viable option for families seeking active assisted living. Families evaluating Christopher Heights of Belchertown should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current occupancy, pricing, and the full regulatory history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.

(413) 323-5500
Bed community size
83-bed community Rank #152 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 45 / 100 Rank #289 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th 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.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Type Of 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
83 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency Call System

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Contact Information

Fax(413) 323-9100

Amenities & Lifestyle

Chef Prepared Meals
Outdoor Seating And Walking Areas
On-Site Salon
Gardening Spaces
Library
Laundry Service
Balance & Group Exercise Programs
Daily Life Enrichment Programs
24-Hour Staff
Free Wireless Internet Access
Housekeeping
Group Transportation And Events
Grounds Maintenance
Snow And Ice Removal
Personalized Care Plan
ActivitiesYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionResidents enjoy a breakfast together or may choose to remain in their private apartment and enjoy a continental breakfast while reading the local newspaper. Lunch is served in the main dining rooms daily at noon and all meals are prepared by in-house chefs.

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

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Christopher Heights of Belchertown is located in Belchertown, 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.
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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.
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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
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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 Christopher Heights of Belchertown

What neighborhood is Christopher Heights of Belchertown in?

Christopher Heights of Belchertown is in the Belchertown neighborhood of Belchertown.

Is Christopher Heights of Belchertown in a walkable area?

Christopher Heights of Belchertown has a walk score of 45. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How many beds does Christopher Heights of Belchertown have?

Christopher Heights of Belchertown has 83 beds.

Are there photos of Christopher Heights of Belchertown?

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What is the address of Christopher Heights of Belchertown?

Christopher Heights of Belchertown is located at 99 Front St, Belchertown, Ma 01007, Belchertown, MA 01007.

What is the phone number of Christopher Heights of Belchertown?

(413) 323-5500 will put you in contact with the team at Christopher Heights of Belchertown.

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