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Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Buzzards Bay, MA
Exterior view of a senior living facility with balconies Inviting common area with comfortable seating Interior seating area with a couch and lamps Bright common area with seating and a snack bar

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Buzzards Bay, MA
218 Main St, Buzzards Bay, MA 02532 View map
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Overview of Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay

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Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Buzzards Bay, MA. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

Having several care levels in one community may be a good fit for a resident whose needs could grow over time without requiring a move to a different community. The community has 75 beds, with one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, studios, and private rooms for different household arrangements.

There are several ways to spend time here. Residents can use the lighthouse pub, which has a coffee bar and billiards, attend films in the theatre, exercise in the fitness center, or play on the putting green and bocce courts. Restaurant-style dining includes chef-prepared meals and vegetarian options, while strength training, book club meetings, current events discussions, and documentary screenings provide structured activities.

The area has a Walk Score of 60 and is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby tasks independently. Pets are allowed, so residents can continue living with a pet. Keystone Senior is the owner, and Dottie Griffith is the director.

Facility Direct Line (774) 241-8411
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 75 Rank #100 / 175Bed count — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 100th out of 175 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #122 / 152Years in operation — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 122nd out of 152 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
11 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #72 / 243Walk Score — State benchmarked This assisted living community is ranked 72nd out of 243 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
60 / 100

About This Community

License Details

Year Opened2015

Certifications & Programs

Holistic Memory CareA branded memory-care program developed by this community's operator - a structured approach to dementia care, rather than an independent external certification.
MIND Diet programA branded program developed by this community's operator or its partners - a named approach to programming or care, rather than an independent external certification.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipNo

Type Of Units

Traditional
55 units
Special Care
20 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
75 units

Additional Services

4 services
HousekeepingListed as: Weekly housekeeping and linen service
Laundry & Linen
TransportationListed as: Scheduled transportation to medical appointments
Utilities IncludedListed as: Utilities included (excluding personal phone) · All utilities and cable included (assisted living)

Contact Information

Fax(774) 302-4630
Business HoursMonday-Friday 9:00am- 5:00pm

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Game Room
Movie Theater
Fitness Center
Putting Green
Library
Clubhouse
Parking
Lighthouse Pub with Coffee Bar and Billiards
Wii Bowling Alley
Laundry
Views of Cape Cod Canal
Activities
Strength Training
Bay Walkers
Beach Volleyball
Card Making
Bingo
Documentary Screenings
Book Club
Current Events Discussions
Happy Hour
Restaurant and Museum Outings
Pet Therapy
Shopping Trips
Kindness Matters Club
Cooking Demonstrations
Concerts
National Marine Life Center Outings
Bocce Ball
Highlights
  • Complimentary Coffee Bar with Fruit and Snacks
Touring HoursMonday - Sunday: 8:00am - 8:00pm

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay.
  • Continental breakfast.
  • Vegetarian options.

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
Studio 1 BedroomFloor plans as listed by the community: Independent Living 1 Bedroom Apartment · Assisted Living 1 Bedroom Apartment 2 Bedroom Private Room
In-Room Features
In-Unit Washer And Dryer Modern Kitchen With Full-Scale Appliances In-Unit Kitchenette (Assisted Living)

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 6 citations 1 inspection

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Massachusetts state average
Overall vs. MA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Massachusetts average:
• Total citations (at MA avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Massachusetts average:
• Citations per inspection (6% below)

Citations Info Citations are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total citations Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 66.0 This facility has total citations in line with the Massachusetts average (6 vs. MA avg 6).— At avg
Citations per inspection Info Average citations per inspection. 6.06.4 This facility has 6% fewer citations per inspection than a typical Massachusetts assisted living residence (6 vs. MA avg 6.4).↓ 6% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 121.0 This facility has had 95% fewer total inspections than the Massachusetts average (1 vs. MA avg 21). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 95% fewer
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Managed by Dottie Griffith

Executive Director

20 years of experience

Dottie Griffith is the Executive Director at Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay. With a career dedicated to senior care, she transitioned into healthcare twenty years ago and has extensive experience in long-term care. Since 2017, she has been part of Keystone Place, building strong relationships with residents and fostering a warm, family-like community. She was promoted to Executive Director in December 2020.

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Address 0.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Buzzards Bay's city center to Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Laurelwood at The Pinehills
AL
IL
MC
Plymouth (The Pinehills)
80
Facility 80
MA AVG 81
Rank #86 / 175
Yes29
34
Facility 34
MA AVG 45
Rank #142 / 243
Studio / Companion Suite
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #122 / 152
NoNo
Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay
AL
IL
MC
Buzzards Bay
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 81
Rank #100 / 175
Yes20
60
Facility 60
MA AVG 45
Rank #72 / 243
1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #122 / 152
NoNo
All American Assisted Living at Wareham
AL
MC
RC
Wareham
58
Facility 58
MA AVG 81
Rank #135 / 175
No13
25
Facility 25
MA AVG 45
Rank #167 / 243
Traditional (45), Special Care (13)
9
Facility 9
MA AVG 22
Rank #135 / 152
NoNo
Bridges® by EPOCH at Mashpee
AL
MC
Mashpee
54
Facility 54
MA AVG 81
Rank #143 / 175
No54
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 45
Rank #136 / 243
Private / Companion Suites
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #122 / 152
NoNo

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other MA assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay is located in Buzzards Bay, 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.
MA

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.
MA

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
MA

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 Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay

Is Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay in a walkable area?

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay has a walk score of 60. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

How long has Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay been in business?

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay?

Yes, Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay?

The team at Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay can be reached at buzzardsbay@keystonesenior.com.

Does Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay have?

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay has 75 beds.

Has Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay had any citations?

Keystone Place at Buzzards Bay has had 6 reported citations according to records from Massachusetts Executive Office of Aging & Independence (AGE).

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