Rogerson House
Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boston, MA

Rogerson House

Assisted Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Boston, MA

Overview of Rogerson House

Overlooking the neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, MA, Rogerson House is a dependable senior living community, offering a personalized approach to memory care, assisted living, and respite care. The community primarily caters to residents dealing with the challenges of memory loss, offering them a safe haven free from the clamor and demands of world affairs. An experienced team of compassionate professionals are always available to offer assistance with daily living activities, personal care, or meal assistance, making residents’ lives easier.

The community thoughtfully curates a wide array of social engagement activities designed to foster therapeutic experiences that enhance residents’ living experience and nurture their overall well-being. Residents also enjoy access to an extensive list of therapeutic programs run by trained memory care professionals to provide them with a wide array of mentally-stimulating and physically-invigorating social and educational activities. Here, residents are given all the tools, care, and opportunities they need to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities. 40 Rank #255 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 255th 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.

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

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. Rank #27 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 27th 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.
29 years
Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #39 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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.
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About this community

License Details

Year Opened1997

Ownership & Operating Entity

Nonprofit OwnershipYes

Type Of Units

Special Care
40 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
40 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Not co-located with a nursing home

Additional Services

1 service
Memory Care Programs

Contact Information

Fax(617) 983-2666
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsSocial Day Program

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Two-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Type of Rooms Available

Studio
Studio

Managed by Michi Boddupalli

Executive Director

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Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Boston's city center to Rogerson House'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 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.
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Atria Longmeadow Place
AL
IL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 94
Rank #80 / 276
Yes13
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 53
Rank #242 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #55 / 181
-YesNo
The Residence at Boylston Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chestnut Hill
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 94
Rank #101 / 276
No18
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 53
Rank #132 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #78 / 181
-NoYes
Youville Place
AL
MC
Lexington (Munroe Station)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #110 / 276
Yes24
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 53
Rank #363 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-YesNo
Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
AL
MC
RC
Boston (Brighton)
84
Facility 84
MA AVG 94
Rank #149 / 276
Yes28
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 490
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
30
Facility 30
MA AVG 22
Rank #15 / 181
C-NoYes
Rogerson House
AL
MC
RC
Boston (Jamaica Hills)
40
Facility 40
MA AVG 94
Rank #255 / 276
No40
91
Facility 91
MA AVG 53
Rank #39 / 490
Studio
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
-NoNo

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Rogerson House is located in Boston, 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 Rogerson House

What neighborhood is Rogerson House in?

Rogerson House is in the Jamaica Hills neighborhood of Boston.

Is Rogerson House in a walkable area?

Rogerson House has a walk score of 91. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

How long has Rogerson House been in business?

Rogerson House has been operating for approximately 29 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Rogerson House?

No, Rogerson House has a no-pet policy.

Does Rogerson House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Rogerson House is registered as a non-profit in MA.

How many beds does Rogerson House have?

Rogerson House has 40 beds.

Are there photos of Rogerson House?

Yes — there are 3 photos of Rogerson House in the photo gallery on this page.

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