Compass on the Bay
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · South Boston, MA
Compass on the Bay
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · South Boston, MA
Compass on the Bay is a 39-bed senior living community at 1380 Columbia Road in South Boston, Massachusetts, about half a mile from the neighborhood center. Operating for 29 years, the single-story home provides assisted living, short-term respite stays, and a specialized focus on memory care.
Accommodations consist of studio apartments. Monthly services cover prepared meals, housekeeping, laundry, local rides, and pet-friendly living spaces. On-site care includes 24-hour supervision, structured cognitive activities, and exercise programs. The facility sits about two and a half miles from Mass General Brigham, and the surrounding neighborhood holds a walk score of 72, allowing residents and visitors to handle many errands on foot.
Prospective representatives can call the Columbia Road office directly to check open studio layouts, inquire about short-term stays, or arrange a tour.
39-bed community Rank #262 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 262nd 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
29 years in operation Rank #27 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th 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: 72 / 100 Rank #162 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd 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.
About this community
Year Opened1997
Nonprofit OwnershipNo
Special Care
39 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
39 units
Not co-located with a nursing home
Fax(617) 268-3463
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near Compass on the Bay
0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from South Boston's city center to Compass on the Bay's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.49 miles to nearest hospital (Mass General Brigham)
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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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| Compass on the Bay | AL MC RC | South Boston | 39
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Compass on the Bay is located in South Boston, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Compass on the Bay
Is Compass on the Bay in a walkable area?
Compass on the Bay has a walk score of 72. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
How long has Compass on the Bay been in business?
Compass on the Bay has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Compass on the Bay?
Yes, Compass on the Bay allows residents to bring their pets.
Does Compass on the Bay operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Compass on the Bay is registered as a for-profit in MA.
How many beds does Compass on the Bay have?
Compass on the Bay has 39 beds.
Are there photos of Compass on the Bay?
Yes — there are 5 photos of Compass on the Bay in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Compass on the Bay?
Compass on the Bay is located at 1380 Columbia Rd, South Boston, MA 02127.
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