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 sits at 1380 Columbia Rd in South Boston, about half a mile from the neighborhood’s city center and roughly 2.5 miles from Mass General Brigham. The 39-bed, single-story community has been operating since 1997, and its profile makes clear that memory care is the organizing focus here, not an add-on wing to a larger assisted living operation.
Studio apartments serve residents across three care designations: assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The respite option matters for families who need a planned break from caregiving or want a time-limited trial before committing to a longer stay. Residents living with dementia or cognitive decline receive 24/7 supervised care and structured memory retention activities. Included services cover housekeeping, laundry, transportation, and meals, which keeps daily logistics off residents’ plates.
The neighborhood is genuinely walkable, with a Walk Score of 72. That mostly benefits visiting family rather than residents, depending on care needs, but it does mean the community isn’t isolated.
At 39 beds in a single-story building with an exclusive memory care orientation, Compass on the Bay is best suited for older adults with dementia or cognitive decline whose families want a small, dedicated setting rather than a larger mixed-care community.
39-bed community Rank #266 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 266th 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.
29 years in operation Rank #37 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th 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: 72 / 100 Rank #162 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd 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.
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?
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
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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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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?
According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Compass on the Bay has been operating for approximately 29 years.
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.
What is the phone number of Compass on the Bay?
(617) 268-5450 will put you in contact with the team at Compass on the Bay.
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