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Harry S. Truman Apartments
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Harry S. Truman Apartments

25 8Th Street, Cambridge, MA 02141 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
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Overview of Harry S. Truman Apartments

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Create unforgettable moments in retirement at Harry S. Truman Apartments, a vibrant community in Cambridge, MA, offering independent living. With beautifully designed and spacious one-bedroom floor plans, those 52+ and with disability can keep their peace of mind and find the accommodation that best suits their preferences. Residents also experience a hassle-free lifestyle with maintenance services and laundry spaces.

Thriving local shops and recreational spaces are easily accessible, ensuring residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. With kitchen features and delightful restaurants nearby, residents enjoy delightful dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is a great option for those looking to live independently in their golden years, accompanied by its friendly setting and state-of-the-art amenities.

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Facility Direct Line (617) 499-7191 district3@cambridge-housing.org
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby. Rank #6 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 6th out of 438 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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AccreditationsAccredited Affordable Housing Organization

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 58 Years Old

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Cambridge's city center to Harry S. Truman Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-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. 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.
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.
Licensed beds designated for special-care services (e.g. memory or other specialized units), as reported in state licensing data.
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.
Yes/No from payment or funding tags indicating low-income accessibility options in state disclosures—not a determination of personal eligibility.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Cambridge Court
IL
Cambridge (Riverside)
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 86
Rank #63 / 227
Yes-
96
Facility 96
MA AVG 54
Rank #11 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
11
Facility 11
MA AVG 22
Rank #139 / 178
No-
The Residence at Melrose Station
IL
AL
MC
RC
Melrose
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
Yes25
93
Facility 93
MA AVG 54
Rank #22 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
NoNo
The Residence at Watertown Square
IL
AL
MC
RC
Watertown
90
Facility 90
MA AVG 86
Rank #84 / 227
Yes25
94
Facility 94
MA AVG 54
Rank #17 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 22
Rank #130 / 178
NoNo
Cadbury Commons
IL
AL
MC
Cambridge
74
Facility 74
MA AVG 86
Rank #131 / 227
Yes24
86
Facility 86
MA AVG 54
Rank #77 / 438
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
29
Facility 29
MA AVG 22
Rank #26 / 178
NoNo
Harry S. Truman Apartments
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Cambridge (East Cambridge)-No-
97
Facility 97
MA AVG 54
Rank #6 / 438
1 Bed-No-

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Independent Living in Massachusetts

Harry S. Truman Apartments is located in Cambridge, 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
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Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.

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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).
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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).
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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).
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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 Harry S. Truman Apartments

What neighborhood is Harry S. Truman Apartments in?

Harry S. Truman Apartments is in the East Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge.

Is Harry S. Truman Apartments in a walkable area?

Harry S. Truman Apartments has a walk score of 97. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Are pets allowed at Harry S. Truman Apartments?

No, Harry S. Truman Apartments has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Harry S. Truman Apartments?

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What is the address of Harry S. Truman Apartments?

Harry S. Truman Apartments is located at 25 8Th Street, Cambridge, MA 02141.

What is the phone number of Harry S. Truman Apartments?

(617) 499-7191 will put you in contact with the team at Harry S. Truman Apartments.

Does Harry S. Truman Apartments provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Harry S. Truman Apartments is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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