Golda Meir House

Overview of Golda Meir House

Enjoy the retirement life you deserve in Golda Meir House, a warm and welcoming community in Newton, MA that offers a safe independent living environment. The community is dedicated to offering residents an ideal retirement setting that fosters meaningful connections, vitality, and enriching experiences. It warmly welcomes residents from all backgrounds into their welcoming and cozy accommodations with easy access to an on-site maintenance team that offers 24-hour onsite emergency response services.

As a community dedicated to creating a vibrant retirement environment, Golda Meir House provides plenty of opportunities for celebrations, entertainment, and cultural activities. Residents also have access to extensive lifelong learning programs and wellness initiatives to keep their bodies and minds healthy. The community also provides care coordination services should residents require extra care and support. Here, everyone is encouraged to live their lives fully without stress and worries.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #383 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 383rd out of 490 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Massachusetts that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

Awards

Exemplary Elderly Property Award from the New England Affordable Housing Management Association (2014)

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour onsite emergency response services (varies by site).
Safety FeaturesGrab bars available in full bathrooms.

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Courtyard
Fitness Center
Library
Game Room
Meeting Room
Café
Salon
Resident Technology Center
Specific ProgramsOn-site management, Care coordination services, Lifelong learning programs, Fitness and wellness programs, Technology assistance and training, Holiday celebrations, cultural events, and other entertainment

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 550 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Beauty Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

Managed by Myra Marshall

Executive Director, Golda Meir House and Leland House

Myra Marshall is the Executive Director of Golda Meir House and Leland House. She prioritizes creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diverse backgrounds of residents and staff. Under her leadership, Golda Meir House received the Exemplary Elderly Property Award in 2014. Myra is passionate about working with older adults and committed to building a warm, engaging community.

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Golda Meir House

Golda Meir House, independent living in Newton, MA — Floor plan of a one-bedroom apartment layout
1 bedroom apartment layout plan
Golda Meir House, independent living in Newton, MA — Floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment layout
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Places of interest near Golda Meir House

Address 2.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Newton's city center to Golda Meir House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Independent Living around Newton

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.

Type of Care IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Haywood House
IL
Newton (Nonantum)
55
Facility 55
MA AVG 94
Rank #224 / 276
No
87
Facility 87
MA AVG 53
Rank #72 / 490
1 Bed--No
Casselman House
IL
Newton Centre
43
Facility 43
MA AVG 94
Rank #250 / 276
No
82
Facility 82
MA AVG 53
Rank #107 / 490
1 Bed--No
Golda Meir House
IL
Newton (Auburndale)-Yes
24
Facility 24
MA AVG 53
Rank #383 / 490
1 Bed / 2 Bed--No
Cabot Park Village
IL
Newtonville-Yes
71
Facility 71
MA AVG 53
Rank #164 / 490
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #27 / 181
C-No
Norumbega Gardens
IL
Newton (Auburndale)-Yes
75
Facility 75
MA AVG 53
Rank #148 / 490
1 Bed--No

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Golda Meir House is located in Newton, 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 Golda Meir House

What neighborhood is Golda Meir House in?

Golda Meir House is in the Auburndale neighborhood of Newton.

Is Golda Meir House in a walkable area?

Golda Meir House has a walk score of 24. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Golda Meir House have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Golda Meir House on this page.

Are pets allowed at Golda Meir House?

Yes, Golda Meir House allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Golda Meir House?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Golda Meir House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Golda Meir House?

Golda Meir House is located at 160 Stanton Avenue, Newton, MA 02466.

What is the phone number of Golda Meir House?

(617) 912-8400 will put you in contact with the team at Golda Meir House.

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