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Sophia Snow Place
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Sophia Snow Place

1205-1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132 View map
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Overview of Sophia Snow Place

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Sophia Snow Place function as an independent living facility located in Boston, Massachusetts. The site metrics reflect a Walk Score of 22, denoting a car-dependent environment where daily logistical requirements necessitate vehicular transport. This external variable influences the spatial configuration of the property, as the development emphasizes self-contained infrastructure to offset the constraints of the local pedestrian network.

The operational framework utilizes a standardized staffing model that incorporates on-site management, 7-day concierge services, and a resident services coordinator to ensure systematic oversight. The internal program includes a library, a computer center, fitness and yoga facilities, a bistro, a sun porch, a great room, and a private dining space for formal meetings. Exterior components consist of a resident garden, walking paths, and patio areas, providing functional open space within the urban plot.

This facility adheres to an independent living protocol, prioritizing residential lifestyle support over clinical intervention. The service architecture facilitates high-functioning daily routines for autonomous individuals. For the demographic in Boston seeking a centralized residential system and consistent administrative presence despite limited neighborhood walkability, Sophia Snow Place serves as a functional and structured housing solution.

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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #355 / 438Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 355th 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.
22 / 100

Amenities & Lifestyle

Concierge
Library
Computers
Fitness Center
Yoga
Dining
Meeting Room
Bistro
Porch
Garden
Walking Paths
Patio

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from West Roxbury's city center to Sophia Snow Place'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.
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.
Whether the community is disclosed as co-located or on the same campus as a nursing home in state records.
Atria Longmeadow Place
IL
AL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes13
53
Facility 53
MA AVG 54
Rank #218 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
28
Facility 28
MA AVG 22
Rank #54 / 178
-YesNo
Atria Marina Place
IL
AL
MC
North Quincy (Marina Bay)
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes21
12
Facility 12
MA AVG 54
Rank #404 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
27
Facility 27
MA AVG 22
Rank #61 / 178
-NoYes
Stonebridge at Burlington
IL
AL
MC
Burlington
110
Facility 110
MA AVG 86
Rank #42 / 227
Yes26
36
Facility 36
MA AVG 54
Rank #290 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Companion
13
Facility 13
MA AVG 22
Rank #124 / 178
A-NoNo
The Residence at Boylston Place
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chestnut Hill
99
Facility 99
MA AVG 86
Rank #63 / 227
No18
78
Facility 78
MA AVG 54
Rank #124 / 438
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
26
Facility 26
MA AVG 22
Rank #77 / 178
-NoYes
Sophia Snow Place
IL
West Roxbury (Jamaica Plain)-No-
22
Facility 22
MA AVG 54
Rank #355 / 438
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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Massachusetts

Sophia Snow Place is located in West Roxbury, 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 Sophia Snow Place

What neighborhood is Sophia Snow Place in?

Sophia Snow Place is in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of West Roxbury.

Is Sophia Snow Place in a walkable area?

Sophia Snow Place has a walk score of 22. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Sophia Snow Place?

No, Sophia Snow Place has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Sophia Snow Place?

Yes — there are 8 photos of Sophia Snow Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Sophia Snow Place?

Sophia Snow Place is located at 1205-1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA 02132.

What is the phone number of Sophia Snow Place?

(617) 325-7900 will put you in contact with the team at Sophia Snow Place.

Does Sophia Snow Place provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Sophia Snow Place 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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