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Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc.
Youville House is a 95-unit assisted living and memory care community located at 1573 Cambridge Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Serving older adults in Middlesex County, the facility offers studio and one-bedroom apartments ranging from 408 to 614 square feet, each featuring a private bathroom and kitchenette.
The community maintains a staff of 70 full-time employees and provides 24-hour staffing. Unlike many residential facilities, this location holds a Walk Score of 94, indicating that daily errands are accessible on foot. On-site features include a private garden, and pets are permitted.
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the Department of Public Health oversee the facility. No specific inspection history is reported in the available source data. Because this information is not publicly listed in current records, families should request recent survey results directly from the facility.
Resident services include fitness and recreation programming along with scheduled transportation. Details regarding specific dining menus, staffing ratios, and monthly pricing are not reported in the available source data. Families are encouraged to ask for a full list of included amenities and payment options during a tour.
Assisted living or memory care in a highly walkable urban environment makes this a viable option for local seniors. Families evaluating Youville House should confirm Medicaid acceptance, current availability, and the full regulatory and inspection history directly with the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs before making a placement decision.
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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.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
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.
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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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Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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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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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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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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| Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. | AL MC | Cambridge (Mid-Cambridge) | 95
Facility
95
MA AVG
86
Rank
#70 / 227 | No | - |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
54
Rank
#22 / 438 | - | 25
Facility
25
MA AVG
22
Rank
#89 / 178 | - | No | - |
| Wingate Residences at Needham | AL MC | Needham (Needham Heights) | 91
Facility
91
MA AVG
86
Rank
#82 / 227 | Yes | 22 |
56
Facility
56
MA AVG
54
Rank
#203 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 13
Facility
13
MA AVG
22
Rank
#124 / 178 | B- | No | Yes |
| The Residence at Melrose Station | AL IL MC RC | Melrose | 90
Facility
90
MA AVG
86
Rank
#84 / 227 | Yes | 25 |
93
Facility
93
MA AVG
54
Rank
#22 / 438 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | 27
Facility
27
MA AVG
22
Rank
#61 / 178 | - | No | No |
| Cadbury Commons | AL IL MC | Cambridge | 74
Facility
74
MA AVG
86
Rank
#131 / 227 | Yes | 24 |
86
Facility
86
MA AVG
54
Rank
#77 / 438 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms | 29
Facility
29
MA AVG
22
Rank
#26 / 178 | - | No | No |
| Neville Place Assisted Living | AL MC NH SNF | Cambridge (Cambridge Highlands) | 71
Facility
71
MA AVG
86
Rank
#137 / 227 | Yes | 13 |
68
Facility
68
MA AVG
54
Rank
#162 / 438 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed | 25
Facility
25
MA AVG
22
Rank
#89 / 178 | - | Yes | No |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Massachusetts
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. is located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc.
What neighborhood is Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. in?
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. is in the Mid-Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge.
Is Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. in a walkable area?
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. has a walk score of 93. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
How long has Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. been in business?
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. has been operating for approximately 25 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc.?
No, Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. have?
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. has 95 beds.
Are there photos of Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc.?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc.?
Youville House Assisted Living Residence, Inc. is located at 1573 Cambridge St, Cambridge, Ma 02138, Cambridge, MA 02138.
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