The Branches of Framingham
The Branches of Framingham is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts
The Branches of Framingham is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts
The Branches of Framingham
The Branches of Framingham is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts
The Branches of Framingham is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts
Set in the vibrant neighborhood of Framingham, MA, the Branches of Framingham is a classic senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and respite care services. Here, residents can select among well-appointed accommodations ranging from studio to one bed-room and memory care companion suite. In terms of memory care, specialized care services are given such as therapeutic experiences including research-based sensory programs to those with cognitive conditions. Short-term stays are also available for respite care services.
Explore its above-and-beyond amenities and services wherein residents can enjoy three restaurant meals in a full-service Twigs Bistro. Experience its on-site enhanced support such as assistance with medication management. Relieve yourself from stress while visiting its beautiful spaces like the outdoor courtyards and walking paths. Engage in various social activities and community events to boost engagement. With the Branches of Framingham, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement.
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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: Two-story
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The information below is reported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Department of Public Health.Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
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3.1 miles from city center
518 Pleasant St, Framingham, MA 01701
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- General: Age 60+, 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 Specifics: Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Requires clinical eligibility determination.
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.
- General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
- 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 Specifics: 27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
- Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
- General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
- MA Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
- General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand statewide.
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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Home Care Program
Requirements:
General:Age 60+, 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 Specifics:Coordinated through Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs); high demand in urban areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), homemaker services, respite care (up to 14 days/year), adult day care (~$75/day).
Frail Elder Waiver
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Requires clinical eligibility determination.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), adult day care (~$75/day), home health services.
Senior Care Options (SCO)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+, 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 Specifics:Not available in Dukes/Nantucket Counties; multiple SCO providers (e.g., CCA, Tufts).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, respite (240 hours/year), adult
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
Requirements:
- 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 Specifics:27 ASAPs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training, supplies (~$500/year).
Prescription Advantage
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics:Supplements Medicare Part D; no enrollment fee for low-income.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Covers prescription copays ($5-$40/drug), fills coverage gaps, catastrophic cost protection ($4,000+ covered).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Massachusetts resident.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-focused.
- MA Specifics:Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$15/hour), job placement.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics:High veteran demand statewide.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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