The Residence at Boylston Place
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chestnut Hill, MA

The Residence at Boylston Place

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Chestnut Hill, MA

Overview of The Residence at Boylston Place

The Residence at Boylston Place is a 99-bed retirement home at 615 Heath Street, Chestnut Hill, Suffolk County, Massachusetts 02467. For-profit and operating since 2000, it offers independent living, assisted living, and Reflections Memory Care in a mid-rise building with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom units. The community emphasizes diversity, inclusivity, and seamless transitions between care levels without requiring apartment changes.

Inspection history, deficiency records, citations, and regulatory compliance data are not disclosed in publicly available sources. Families should contact the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health directly to request compliance records and inspection findings.

The facility comprises 81 traditional independent living units and 18 special care units. Independent living residents manage their own daily affairs while enjoying community amenities and activities. Assisted living provides support for those requiring help with daily activities, allowing seamless transition without relocation. Reflections Memory Care serves residents with memory loss. The community partners with REACT Neuro for cognitive function monitoring technology. Dining, housekeeping, laundry, maintenance, and activity programming are provided. Specific staffing composition, occupancy rates, resident census, and quality measures are not disclosed. Business hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk Score 78 reflects high walkability; the facility is 1.1 miles from Chestnut Hill center with most errands accessible on foot.

Families evaluating The Residence at Boylston Place should request current inspection and regulatory compliance records from Massachusetts health authorities and clarify pricing and contract terms.

Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #101 / 280Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
26 years in operation Rank #93 / 180Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 93rd 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: 78 / 100 Rank #133 / 499Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 133rd 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

License Details

Year Opened2000

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Type Of Units

Traditional
81 units
Special Care
18 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
99 units

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Co-located with Nursing Home

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
No Alzheimer's certification

Contact Information

Fax(617) 244-8866
Business HoursMonday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chestnut Hill's city center to The Residence at Boylston Place'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.

The Residence at Boylston Place
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chestnut Hill
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 94
Rank #101 / 280
No 18
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 53
Rank #133 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 24
Rank #93 / 180
- No Yes
Youville Place
AL
MC
Lexington (Munroe Station)
95
Facility 95
MA AVG 94
Rank #111 / 280
Yes 24
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 53
Rank #366 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 24
Rank #37 / 180
- Yes No
Maplewood at Weston
AL
IL
MC
Weston
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 94
Rank #118 / 280
Yes 13
17
Facility 17
MA AVG 53
Rank #435 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 24
Rank #143 / 180
A+ No No
The Susan S. Bailis Assisted Living Community
AL
RC
Boston (Prudential / St. Botolph)
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 94
Rank #154 / 280
Yes -
98
Facility 98
MA AVG 53
Rank #2 / 499
Studio / 1 Bed
23
Facility 23
MA AVG 24
Rank #108 / 180
- No No
Sunrise of Braintree
AL
MC
Braintree (Five Corners)
79
Facility 79
MA AVG 94
Rank #167 / 280
Yes 28
50
Facility 50
MA AVG 53
Rank #259 / 499
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
19
Facility 19
MA AVG 24
Rank #119 / 180
- No No

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts

The Residence at Boylston Place is located in Chestnut Hill, 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 The Residence at Boylston Place

Is The Residence at Boylston Place in a walkable area?

The Residence at Boylston Place has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has The Residence at Boylston Place been in business?

According to the BBB and MA state health department records, The Residence at Boylston Place has been operating for approximately 26 years.

Does The Residence at Boylston Place operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

The Residence at Boylston Place is registered as a for-profit in MA.

How many beds does The Residence at Boylston Place have?

The Residence at Boylston Place has 99 beds.

Are there photos of The Residence at Boylston Place?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Residence at Boylston Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Residence at Boylston Place?

The Residence at Boylston Place is located at 615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467.

What is the phone number of The Residence at Boylston Place?

(617) 244-1188 will put you in contact with the team at The Residence at Boylston Place.

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