Kaplan Family Hospice House
Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Danvers, MA

Kaplan Family Hospice House

Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care · Danvers, MA

Overview of Kaplan Family Hospice House

Kaplan Family Hospice House located in Danvers, MA, serves as a hospice care facility. Its list also includes palliative care and respite care. Hospice care is designed for individuals nearing the end of life, while palliative care focuses on providing comfort and alleviating symptoms. Respite allows a family to rely on a brief stay while the regular caregiver is absent, making the home suited to those requiring temporary assistance.

The residence is located in the Danversport area. Every individual residing there has a personal suite with a wheelchair-accessible bathroom, and private patios overlook landscaped gardens. A country kitchen and dining area accommodate meals, while a chapel and a library provide space for spiritual support and reading.

Caregiver support is included in the services. Children who visit have their own playroom.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

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.
12 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
32 / 100

About This Community

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusNonprofit

Type Of 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

Staff Details

Total Employees
20
Full-Time Employees
20

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Massage Therapy

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
Pain and Symptom Management

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Palliative CareCare focused on relieving pain, symptoms, and stress while supporting quality of life. It can be provided alongside treatment for a serious illness.

Additional Services

2 services
Respite CareRespite care provides families and unpaid caregivers with short-term relief from caregiving duties. Care can range from a few hours to a few weeks.
Caregiver Support

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
Community Kitchen
Library
Children's Playroom
Country Kitchen and Dining Area
Volunteer Program
Activities
Music Therapy
Pet Therapy
Highlights
  • Private Patios Overlooking Landscaped Gardens and Wetlands

Faith & Spiritual Life

Chapel

Room Accommodations

Building TypeSingle-story
Room Types
Private Room
In-Room Features
Private Suites With Wheelchair-Accessible Bathrooms Fold-Out Couch For Overnight Guest In-Room Tv With Cable

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Danvers's city center to Kaplan Family Hospice House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Hospice Care in Massachusetts

Kaplan Family Hospice House is located in Danvers, 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 Kaplan Family Hospice House

What neighborhood is Kaplan Family Hospice House in?

Kaplan Family Hospice House is in the Danversport neighborhood of Danvers.

Is Kaplan Family Hospice House in a walkable area?

Kaplan Family Hospice House has a walk score of 32. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Kaplan Family Hospice House been in business?

Kaplan Family Hospice House has been operating for approximately 12 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Kaplan Family Hospice House?

No, Kaplan Family Hospice House has a no-pet policy.

Does Kaplan Family Hospice House operate as a for-profit or non-profit?

Kaplan Family Hospice House is registered as a non-profit in MA.

Are there photos of Kaplan Family Hospice House?

Yes — there are 12 photos of Kaplan Family Hospice House in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Kaplan Family Hospice House provide?

Kaplan Family Hospice House offers Hospice Care, Palliative Care & Respite Care.

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