James Thomas Apartments

Q: Is James Thomas Apartments in a walkable area?

James Thomas Apartments has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Q: What is the address of James Thomas Apartments?

James Thomas Apartments is located at 143 School St, Taunton, MA 02780.

Q: Is James Thomas Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

James Thomas Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of James Thomas Apartments

Spend your best years at James Thomas Apartments, an idyllic retreat in Taunton, MA, that offers independent living. Featuring 52 sophisticated and thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom floor plans, the community strives to keep older adults and those with disability comfortable and safe. Here, residents can keep their peace of mind with plenty of convenient apartment features and maintenance services.

Residents have easy access to recreational spaces and local shops, providing endless leisure and wellness opportunities. Delightful restaurants are also available in the area, ideal for residents who would like to enjoy a variety of dining options outside. Promoting a warm and inviting environment, the community ensures residents live a blissful retirement.

(888) 927-9409

Walk Score: 48 / 100

Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: 2-story

Parking Available

Types of Care at James Thomas Apartments

Independent Living

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

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).

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).

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).

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.

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.

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)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Massachusetts SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour) Job placement

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

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)

1.1 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Taunton's city center to James Thomas Apartments's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Is James Thomas Apartments in a walkable area?

James Thomas Apartments has a walk score of 48. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the address of James Thomas Apartments?

James Thomas Apartments is located at 143 School St, Taunton, MA 02780.

Is James Thomas Apartments Medicare or Medicaid certified?

James Thomas Apartments is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.