Melville Towers

Q: Is Melville Towers in a walkable area?

Melville Towers has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: Does Melville Towers have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Melville Towers on this page.

Q: Are there photos of Melville Towers?

Yes — there are 15 photos of Melville Towers in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Melville Towers?

Melville Towers is located at 850 Pleasant St #1, New Bedford, MA 02740.

Q: What is the phone number of Melville Towers?

(508) 972-8546 will put you in contact with the team at Melville Towers.

Q: Is Melville Towers Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Melville Towers is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Melville Towers

Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at Melville Towers, a distinct 62+ community in New Bedford, MA, offering independent living. Older adults can rest assured of finding the right accommodation based on their preferences with beautifully designed and spacious one- and two-bedroom floor plans. With emergency maintenance, management, and laundry spaces, residents are guaranteed a hassle-free living.

There’s no dull moment with plenty of engaging activities and enriching programs that highlight their interests and capabilities. Dining, shopping, and healthcare providers are easily accessible, providing unending recreation and wellness opportunities. Pets are also welcome to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community is ideal for those looking to live independently in retirement, especially with its warm and welcoming environment.

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Types of Care at Melville Towers

Independent Living

Walk Score: 73 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

AwardsAward Winning Community of Quality

Admission CriteriaIncome qualifications and rent restrictions may apply.

Minimum Age62+

Utilities IncludedYes

Library

Salon

Spa

Restaurant

Billiards

Transportation

Laundry

ActivitiesThe community offers resident services programs and a social director who organizes monthly scheduled activities.

Specific ProgramsLocation, Residents

Operating HoursMonday 08:00-16:30; Tuesday 00:00-00:00; Wednesday 08:00-16:30; Thursday 00:00-00:00; Friday 08:00-16:30; Saturday 00:00-00:00; Sunday 00:00-00:00

What does this home offer?

Pets Allowed

Room Sizes: 525 / 660 sq. ft

Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building Type: High-rise

Beauty Services

Social and Recreational Activities

Parking Available

0.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from New Bedford's city center to Melville Towers's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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

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)

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)

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Is Melville Towers in a walkable area?

Melville Towers has a walk score of 73. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Does Melville Towers have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Melville Towers on this page.

Are there photos of Melville Towers?

Yes — there are 15 photos of Melville Towers in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Melville Towers?

Melville Towers is located at 850 Pleasant St #1, New Bedford, MA 02740.

What is the phone number of Melville Towers?

(508) 972-8546 will put you in contact with the team at Melville Towers.

Is Melville Towers Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Melville Towers is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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