Haywood House

Overview of Haywood House

Live blissfully at Haywood House, an astounding community in Newton, MA, offering independent living. Dedicated to improving the living experiences of those 62+, the community has 55 specially designed one-bedroom floor plans. Residents also experience a hassle-free lifestyle, accompanied by exceptional maintenance services and top-notch apartment features.

With cozy gathering spaces and wellness opportunities, residents can spend their days as they please. Dining, shopping, and distinct local amenities are also easily accessible, providing residents with their needs. The community strives to promote a bright and friendly environment for residents to flourish in their golden years.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 55 Rank #224 / 276Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 224th out of 276 homes we track 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.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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #72 / 490Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 72nd 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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Safety & Compliance

Safety FeaturesEmergency Maintenance

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaAll members of household must be 62+; income eligibility based on area median income.
Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Community Center
Outdoor Seating
Laundry
Wi-Fi
Cable Tv
Fitness Center
Dishwasher & Microwave

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What does this home offer?

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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 2.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Newton's city center to Haywood House'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 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
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
John W. Weeks House
IL
Newton (Newton Centre)-No
64
Facility 64
MA AVG 53
Rank #197 / 490
1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed--No

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Haywood 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 Haywood House

What neighborhood is Haywood House in?

Haywood House is in the Nonantum neighborhood of Newton.

Is Haywood House in a walkable area?

Haywood House has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Haywood House?

No, Haywood House has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Haywood House?

Yes — there are 18 photos of Haywood House in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Haywood House?

Haywood House is located at 106 Kennedy Cir, Newton, MA 02458.

What is the phone number of Haywood House?

(617) 209-5220 will put you in contact with the team at Haywood House.

Does Haywood House provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Haywood House 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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