Waterstone at the Circle

Waterstone at the Circle is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts Waterstone at the Circle is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts

Waterstone at the Circle

385 Chestnut Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02135 View Map
Waterstone at the Circle is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts Waterstone at the Circle is an Assisted Living Home in Massachusetts
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Waterstone at the Circle nestled in Boston is a dynamic community for residents looking to find a community that feels like a vacation in a world-class luxurious five-star hotel. The vibrant atmosphere in the urban setting at the Waterstone is like no other senior living community, garnering the trust of many families and seniors who have praised the staff for their commitment to practicing high-quality standard of living for the residents. Waterstone offers a remarkable level of hospitality due to its exemplary service and exceedingly person-centered care. Waterstone at the Circle has set the standard for independent living in Boston because they have been one of the front runners in maintaining an elevated luxurious lifestyle.

Expect luxury and dedication when it comes to what the community has to offer from their quality dining experience to state-of-the-art fitness center, Waterstone has built a community that is centered on residents living the best life they can. The 92-bedroom home provides a list of convenient services such as transportation, enrichment activities and programs, recreational and educational activities; with community amenities that include private apartments with sweeping views of the Boston skyline, in-home care services supported and home care partnerships, and scheduled transportation. Waterstone is one of the most-seeked retirement homes in the city which is why they allow visitation periods.

Home Information Waterstone at the Circle
Years in Business
Years in Business
8

Facility Overview

  • Primary Contact Info Primary contact person for this business. Mr. Jake Quigley, Executive Director

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    What does this home offer?

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    Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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    Building Type: Mid-rise

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    Walk Score: 87

    Residents can accomplish many errands by walking. Sidewalks and crossings are safe, and essential amenities are close by.

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    Types of Care at Waterstone at the Circle

    Independent Living

    Type of Rooms Available

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    Address 7.4 miles from city center

    Address 385 Chestnut Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02135

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    Comparison Chart

    Compare Assisted Living around Boston
    Community
    Type of Care
    Location
    Bed Options
    Bed #
    Pets Allowed
    Home Owner
    CCN
    Occupancy
    Home Revenue
    Waterstone at the Circle
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    Boston
    1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    No
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    Bertram House of Swampscott
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    Swampscott
    1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    Yes
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    Atria Marina Place
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    IL

    For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    SNF

    24/7 care needed

    North Quincy
    1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    Yes
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    Benchmark at Hanover
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    RC

    Respite Care

    Hanover
    1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    Yes
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    Providence House Assisted Living
    AL

    For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

    IL

    For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

    MC

    Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

    SNF

    24/7 care needed

    Brighton
    1 Bed / 2 Bed
    N/A
    Yes
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A
    N/A

    Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Massachusetts Seniors

    Program
    State Program Name
    Eligibility
    Benefits
    Home Care Program
    • 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).
    Frail Elder Waiver
    Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver
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    • 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.
    Senior Care Options (SCO)
    Massachusetts Senior Care Options
    Official government program page
    • 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
    Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
    Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)
    Official government program page
    • 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%).
    National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite
    Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care
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    • 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).
    Prescription Advantage
    Massachusetts Prescription Advantage
    Official government program page
    • 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).
    Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
    • 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.
    VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
    Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
    • 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).

    Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Massachusetts Seniors

    MassHealth Home Care

    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).
    Massachusetts Medicaid FE Waiver

    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.
    Massachusetts Senior Care Options

    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
    Massachusetts Medicare Savings Program (MassHealth Buy-In)

    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%).
    Massachusetts NFCSP Respite Care

    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).
    Massachusetts Prescription Advantage

    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).
    Massachusetts SCSEP

    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.
    Massachusetts VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

    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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