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Compass on the Bay
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.
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What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
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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.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking 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.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
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Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
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| Atria Longmeadow Place | AL IL MC | Burlington | 110
Facility
110
MA AVG
94
Rank
#80 / 276 | Yes | 13 |
53
Facility
53
MA AVG
53
Rank
#242 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 28
Facility
28
MA AVG
22
Rank
#55 / 181 | - | Yes | No |
| The Residence at Boylston Place | AL IL MC RC | Chestnut Hill | 99
Facility
99
MA AVG
94
Rank
#101 / 276 | No | 18 |
78
Facility
78
MA AVG
53
Rank
#132 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 26
Facility
26
MA AVG
22
Rank
#78 / 181 | - | No | Yes |
| Youville Place | AL MC | Lexington (Munroe Station) | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
94
Rank
#110 / 276 | Yes | 24 |
28
Facility
28
MA AVG
53
Rank
#363 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#27 / 181 | - | Yes | No |
| Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle | AL MC RC | Boston (Brighton) | 84
Facility
84
MA AVG
94
Rank
#149 / 276 | Yes | 28 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
53
Rank
#81 / 490 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#15 / 181 | C- | No | Yes |
| Compass on the Bay | AL MC RC | South Boston | 39
Facility
39
MA AVG
94
Rank
#262 / 276 | Yes | 39 |
72
Facility
72
MA AVG
53
Rank
#161 / 490 | Studio | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#27 / 181 | - | No | No |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Compass on the Bay is located in South Boston, Massachusetts.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Massachusetts.
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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