John Bertram House
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Salem, MA
John Bertram House
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Salem, MA
Indulge in a peaceful yet vibrant retirement experience in John Bertram House, an inviting senior living community in Salem, MA, offering excellent assisted living, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community provides residents with cozy and stunning accommodations that offer an ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and safety, ensuring a comfortable living experience. Dedicated team members and caregivers provide quality services and support that allows residents to live conveniently and healthily.
A vibrant range of activities that cover various interests are also offered to give residents countless opportunities to lead active and dynamic lives. Extra services, such as transportation, an on-site salon, podiatry, and occupational, physical, and speech therapy are offered as well for residents’ convenience. Here, residents are guaranteed to enjoy a relaxing yet fulfilling retirement experience.
25-bed community Rank #271 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 271st out of 276 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
30 years in operation Rank #15 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 15th out of 181 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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: 94 / 100 Rank #19 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 19th out of 490 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
About this community
Year Opened1996
Nonprofit OwnershipYes
Traditional
25 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
25 units
Not co-located with a nursing home
Fax(978) 744-0571
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / Suite
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Parking Available
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0.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Salem's city center to John Bertram House's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.86 miles to nearest hospital (Beverly Hospital)
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
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.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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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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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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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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| Adviniacare Salem | AL HOS MC NH | Salem | 114
Facility
114
MA AVG
94
Rank
#72 / 276 | No |
71
Facility
71
MA AVG
53
Rank
#164 / 490 | - | - | No | - |
| John Bertram House | AL HOS MC | Salem (Charter Street Historic District) | 25
Facility
25
MA AVG
94
Rank
#271 / 276 | Yes |
94
Facility
94
MA AVG
53
Rank
#19 / 490 | Studio / Suite | 30
Facility
30
MA AVG
22
Rank
#15 / 181 | No | No |
| The Residence at Vinnin Square | AL IL MC RC | Swampscott (Beach Bluff) | - | Yes |
69
Facility
69
MA AVG
53
Rank
#176 / 490 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | No | - |
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Assisted Living in Massachusetts
John Bertram House is located in Salem, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about John Bertram House
What neighborhood is John Bertram House in?
John Bertram House is in the Charter Street Historic District neighborhood of Salem.
Is John Bertram House in a walkable area?
John Bertram House has a walk score of 94. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
How long has John Bertram House been in business?
John Bertram House has been operating for approximately 30 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at John Bertram House?
Yes, John Bertram House allows residents to bring their pets.
Does John Bertram House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
John Bertram House is registered as a non-profit in MA.
How many beds does John Bertram House have?
John Bertram House has 25 beds.
Are there photos of John Bertram House?
Yes — there are 5 photos of John Bertram House in the photo gallery on this page.
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