Overview of Cambridge Court

Offering a lively residential setting for active older adults, Cambridge Court is an independent living community in the Riverside neighborhood of Cambridge. The 99-bed, mid-rise building has been operating for 10 years and currently maintains a 72 percent occupancy rate. This provides a well-established community with consistent resident engagement.

The property offers flexible housing options with studio and one-bedroom floor plans, letting residents choose a living space that suits their needs and lifestyle. Occupants benefit from on-site amenities, including a spa, adding to the overall wellness and leisure experience. Cambridge Court’s location is exceptionally walkable, with a Walk Score of 96, classified as a “Walker’s Paradise.” This means daily errands and activities can be done on foot, and nearby family members will find the neighborhood easy to navigate during visits. The Franklin Street location puts the community near shops, services, and cultural attractions that define Cambridge.

The independent living model supports active, engaged residents wanting maintenance-free living without the need for daily care services. It’s an ideal choice for seniors seeking to remain connected to an urban, walkable neighborhood while enjoying the community living convenience.

Bed community size
99-bed community Rank #101 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 276 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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
11 years in operation Rank #152 / 181Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 152nd out of 181 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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 community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 96 / 100 Rank #11 / 498Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 11th out of 498 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
72%
Rank #60 / 81Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 60th out of 81 homes in Massachusetts for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Massachusetts average, with its Statewide rank out of 81. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. 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.
Similar to the Massachusetts average: 71.7%
Occupied beds
71 / 99
Average occupied beds in Massachusetts homes 97 beds

License Details

Facility TypeResidential Care Elderly
IssuanceJuly 29, 2015
CountyOrange
License Number306004761

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cambridge Court is legally operated by S.h.a.l. Management, Inc.

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
Total beds
99 units

Additional Services

1 service
Home Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Spa

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Inspection History

In Massachusetts, the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) are the agencies authorized to inspect and report on facility safety.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Massachusetts state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. MA average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityMA Averagevs. MA Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 2121 This facility has total inspections in line with the Massachusetts average (21 vs. MA avg 21).— At avg

What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cambridge's city center to Cambridge Court's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Cambridge

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.

Cambridge Court
IL
Cambridge (Riverside)
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 94
Rank #101 / 276
Yes-
96
Facility 96
MA AVG 53
Rank #11 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #152 / 181
No-
The Residence at Melrose Station
IL
AL
MC
RC
Melrose (Essex Street)
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 94
Rank #125 / 276
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 53
Rank #24 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #62 / 181
NoNo
Cadbury Commons
IL
AL
MC
Cambridge (Neighborhood Nine)
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 94
Rank #176 / 276
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 53
Rank #81 / 498
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
NoNo
Harry S. Truman Apartments
IL
Cambridge (East Cambridge)-No-
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 53
Rank #6 / 498
1 Bed-No-
Millers River Apartments
IL
Cambridge (East Cambridge)-No-
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 53
Rank #6 / 498
Studio / 1 Bed-No-

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Cambridge Court is located in Cambridge, 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 Cambridge Court

What neighborhood is Cambridge Court in?

Cambridge Court is in the Riverside neighborhood of Cambridge.

Who is the owner of Cambridge Court?

Cambridge Court is legally operated by S.h.a.l. Management, Inc.

Is Cambridge Court in a walkable area?

Cambridge Court has a walk score of 96. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Cambridge Court?

Cambridge Court's occupancy is 72%.

How long has Cambridge Court been in business?

Cambridge Court has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Cambridge Court?

Yes, Cambridge Court allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Cambridge Court have?

Cambridge Court has 99 beds.

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