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.

Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #259 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 259th 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.
Years in operation
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
Walk Score: 91 / 100 Rank #39 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 39th 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.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

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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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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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.

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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?

According to the BBB and MA state health department records, Rogerson House has been operating for approximately 29 years.

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.

What is the address of Rogerson House?

Rogerson House is located at 434 Jamaicaway, Boston, MA 02130.

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