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Center Communities of Brookline offers market rate, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized senior supportive housing.

Residency is open to all age and income qualifies person in accordance with the Fair Housing Act which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity national origin, disability, and familial status. Anyone wishing to apply must complete paperwork and meet specific requirements.

As part of the application process, your will be required to provide for all household members:

  • A copy of your current Social Security monthly benefit letter, pension, and or monthly annuity payment, along with a statement from any other source of income.
  • The last 6 copies of your paycheck, if you are still working.
  • Driver’s license or state issued I.D., and social security card
  • Birth certificate, passport or naturalization certificate

All applicants must pass a criminal background check and credit check.

Applications will be considered on a first-received, first reviewed basis. This is based on the date that the completed and signed application is received by management.

Submitting your application:

You can mail, fax or hand deliver your application to the management office.
Center Communities of Brookline
100 Centre Street
Brookline, MA 02446
Fax: 617-879-1536

If you qualify after review of your application, and a unit is not currently available, you will be placed on the waiting list. You will be informed of the approximate wait for a unit and/or your position on the waiting list. You will be notified of this information by mail. When your name approaches the top of our waitlist you will receive a call from the management office.

Annually management will mail out an annual waitlist update, it’s imperative that you respond to this update in order to remain on our list and to ensure we have your most up to date contact information.

Download An Application

Additional information about the application process and requirements are available in the application form.

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Your Guide to Applying

Simon C. Fireman Community is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) subsidized senior supportive housing community.

Residency is open to all age and income qualified persons in accordance with the Fair Housing Act which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity national origin, disability, and familial status. Anyone wishing to apply must complete paperwork and meet specific requirements.

Application Information

As part of the application process, you will be required to provide for all household members:

  • A copy of your current Social Security monthly benefit letter, pension/and or monthly annuity payment, along with a statement from any other source of income.
  • The last 6 copies of your paystub, if you are still working.
  • Driver’s license or state-issued I.D. and social security card
  • Birth certificate, passport or naturalization certificate

All applicants must pass a criminal background check and credit check.

Applications will be considered on a first-received, first-reviewed basis. This is based on the date that the completed and signed application is received by management.

Submitting your application:

You can mail, fax or hand deliver your application to the management office.
Simon C. Fireman Community
640 North Main Street
Randolph, MA 02368
Fax: 781-963-9409

If you qualify after review of your application and a unit is not currently available, you will be placed on the waiting list. You will be informed of the approximate wait for a unit and/or your position on the waiting list. You will be notified of this information by mail. When your name approaches the top of our waitlist you will receive a call from the management office.

Management will mail out an annual waitlist update. It’s imperative that you respond to this update in order to remain on our list and to ensure we have your most up-to-date contact information.

Download an Application

Additional information about the application process and requirements are available in the application form.

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The Jack Satter Assisted Living Residences at NewBridge on the Charles offer a place of luxury and natural beauty where seniors come to live their best life. Here, you’ll enjoy the abounding amenities of our socially, intellectually, physically, and spiritually stimulating community, all while receiving help with activities of daily living so you can focus what matters most to you. Seniors move to assisted living apartments directly from local private residences or from out-of-state, as well as from other residences on the NewBridge campus. You’ll enjoy many amenities exclusive to our assisted living community which are designed to be as accessible as possible.


NewBridge on the Charles Assisted Living offers a choice of one- or two-bedroom rental apartments, each designed with distinct living rooms, expansive windows, high ceilings, kitchenettes, ample closet space, and large bathrooms with walk-in showers. Our community spans four floors, with three apartments on the ground level and 16 apartments on each of our three upper floors, along well-appointed hallways that feature multiple common seating areas.

Apartment Styles and Sample Floor Plans

And Much More

Several assisted living residents enjoy lunch in MeadowView, our restaurant offering three meals daily at NewBridge on the Charles.

Everything is Close By

Assisted Living Amenities

NewBridge on the Charles’s assisted living community is built around the concept of "optimal living environments," which supports the philosophy that an individual's life is defined not by functional ability but by the environment that responds to his or her needs and aspirations.

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An assisted living resident at NewBridge on the Charles receives help with the tasks of daily living in her bright apartment.

Individual Attention, Maximum Independence

Assisted Living Resident Services

Each resident benefits from the close attention of our management team and staff. We learn about each individual in detail – their history, talents, preferences, and goals – and work with them to develop an enriching and meaningful assisted living experience that utilizes our many supportive services.

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A NewBridge resident waits to see her Harvard Medical School-affiliated geriatrician at our on-site medical practice.

Harvard Medical School-Affiliated

On-Site Health Care

Residents of NewBridge on the Charles have priority access to a full continuum of on-site, Harvard Medical School-affiliated health care including primary care, in-home care, post-acute care, long-term chronic care, and hospice care.

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Programming as Sophisticated as Our Residents

Community Life

Our exceptional programming is based on the principle that residents can continue to pursue their interests and passions at every stage of life. The seniors living at NewBridge have led active, amazing, and highly accomplished lives. Our programming reflects the depth of their intellect with lectures, performances, programs, talks, and trips geared toward their diverse interests.

Learn More About Community Life
Take a virtual tour of Assisted Living at NewBridge on the Charles.

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Take a Virtual Tour

We invite you to explore the spaces and environments enjoyed by assisted living residents at NewBridge on the Charles.

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What People are saying about Hebrew SeniorLife

  • "My family and I have nothing but positive things to say about Newbridge in the Charles. The staff couldn’t be kinder and more attentive to the residents. Most important to me, they have kept my dad engaged and social and have provided incredible safety protocols during the pandemic. Now with so many residents and staff vaccinated and the state has lifted some restrictions, my 96 year young dad has resumed his bridge games, eating in the dining room with his friends and taking part in activities that the staff has provided. My dad is happy which makes me thankful."

    Debra G.

    Daughter of Resident

  • "They customize the care to the individual, pulling from resources across the campus."

    Valerie

    Daughter of a Resident

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Transitioning into assisted living, whether from home, another community, or even another residence on the NewBridge campus can be overwhelming. Our team works in close partnership with residents and their families to guide them as simply as possible through the entire process.

Before you apply, we invite you to visit our community. This is your opportunity to sit with an experienced professional, share your unique story, concerns, and individual needs, as well as tour the NewBridge campus. You can even schedule an afternoon to experience life here as our guest. We invite you to share a meal with us, attend some programs, and explore the community at your own pace. Then, if you like what you see, join our brief waitlist by completing a quick form.

Next, we will contact you as new residences become available. When you're ready to make assisted living at NewBridge your home, the process includes a simple application that shares personal information about your interests, background, and family; submission of your medical records as well as an in-person medical assessment with our director of nursing to ensure that we can meet your care needs; and the disclosure of financial information and supporting documents. As always, our team will be with you every step of the way.

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Assisted living costs at NewBridge on the Charles are structured as a rental model, with no “buy-in” or purchase required. Our inclusive monthly pricing covers personal care, all meals, housekeeping, utilities, programming, and more. When moving in, residents pay a one-time community fee equal to one month’s rent. At this time, we are exclusively private pay. Many residents utilize long-term care insurance to offset the monthly costs of assisted living.

To learn more about assisted living costs at NewBridge on the Charles and how our assisted living apartments are priced, please contact our assisted living advisors at 781-234-9421.

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Our campus, apartments, and common spaces offer elegant, contemporary interiors and thoughtful design choices that optimize the quality of life for residents while connecting to the surrounding natural environment. Walk through assisted living at NewBridge on the Charles and you'll see as many examples of NewBridge’s extensive art collection as expansive window views of our 162–acre wooded campus.

When you move here, you’ll enjoy the following exclusive amenities just for assisted living residents, as well as the NewBridge-wide amenities that tie our campus together. Ready to learn more? Contact our assisted living advisors at 781-234-9421.

Several assisted living residents enjoy lunch in MeadowView, our restaurant offering three meals daily at NewBridge on the Charles.

All-Inclusive Dining

MeadowView Restaurant

At NewBridge, we are passionate about choosing healthy foods, blending delicious flavors, and serving striking presentations. Our assisted living culinary team is encouraged to showcase their creativity by constantly adding new variety to our all-inclusive menu selections. All meals at MeadowView are cooked to order, providing as much choice and variety as possible.

An assisted living resident of NewBridge the Charles receives personal training in our gym designed for geriatric fitness

Exercise is Accessible

Fitness Center

The fitness center for assisted living residents at NewBridge on the Charles is easily accessed from our elevator banks, provides space for individual and group instruction and features exercise equipment designed for geriatric fitness.

Three residents of assisted living at NewBridge on the Charles listen to an impromptu jazz piano concert in our “living room” common space.

Intimate Spaces for Learning and Connection

Common Living Room and Library

On our ground floor between our lobby and the MeadowView restaurant, you’ll find two inviting and versatile spaces for programs, socializing, and presentations. Our living room transforms into a salon for frequent performances and our library provides a cozy space for discussion groups and intergenerational programs.

Two assisted living residents of NewBridge the Charles enjoy full-service salon treatments at our beauty salon.

Even More Within Reach

Additional Conveniences

Additional amenities exclusive to the assisted living community include a full service beauty salon, film screening room, card and billiards room, raised garden beds, and your choice of private dining spaces for family celebrations.

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Programming as Sophisticated as Our Residents

At NewBridge on the Charles Assisted Living, we invite you to reset your expectations of aging as you seek out and pursue personal goals. NewBridge on the Charles is committed to each resident’s ongoing enjoyment of lifelong interests, continual learning, and new friendships. We strive to support the individual fulfillment of each resident from the day they move in, while also building a strong spirit of community.

Here residents have access to exceptional daily programming, including professional musical performances, visits from authors and artists, and lectures and presentations by historians and scientists. Almost all take place in our intimate “living room” salon which allows easy access and up-close experiences. 

We also offer evidence-based fitness programs, trips to area attractions, transportation to shopping centers, nightly film showings, art workshops, special events, and much more. 

Personal Care and Supportive Services

Included in your monthly fee you'll receive:

  • Individualized service plan
  • Up to one hour of personal care assistance per day, including incontinence care
  • Three meals per day, cooked to order in our MeadowView restaurant
  • Weekly housekeeping and linen service
  • 24-hour professional resident care staff
  • 24-hour on-site security and EMT
  • 12 hours of daily on-site nursing staff
  • Access to on-site primary care and specialty care, including geriatric psychiatry, through our medical practice
  • 10 hours per day of scheduled enrichment programs
  • Medication management (both SAMM & LMA)
  • Wellness/fitness programs
  • Individually controlled heating and air conditioning
  • All utilities
  • Building, grounds, and apartment maintenance
  • Scheduled transportation
Several assisted living residents enjoy lunch in MeadowView, our restaurant offering three meals daily at NewBridge on the Charles.

Everything Within Reach

Assisted Living Amenities

You’ll enjoy amenities just for assisted living residents, as well as the NewBridge-wide amenities that tie our campus together.

Explore Amenities
A NewBridge resident waits to see her Harvard Medical School-affiliated geriatrician at our on-site medical practice.

Harvard Medical School-Affiliated

On-Site Medical Practice

NewBridge offers a full-time geriatric medical practice affiliated with Harvard Medical School, exclusively for residents. While residents are free to see doctors or specialists off-campus, most find our medical practice to offer convenient care that is also well-coordinated with their assisted living care team.

Explore Our Medical Practice
An older man is seen by a Harvard Medical School-affiliated health care provider as part of the on-site health care services offered at NewBridge on the Charles.

A Full Health-Care Continuum

Future Health Care

In addition to our medical practice, residents of NewBridge on the Charles also have priority access to a full continuum of health care services to support future needs, as necessary. These include in-home care, post-acute care, long-term chronic care, and hospice care.

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Make an Impact

Making a gift through your estate, a charitable gift annuity, or an IRA can have huge benefits for you and for Hebrew SeniorLife at the same time.

Bequests and life income gifts help you plan for the future, increase your income, and give to others in a meaningful way. The options can be tailored to your age, assets, and philanthropy goals.

By planning your estate and legacy, you can:

  • Give a personally significant gift to Hebrew SeniorLife
  • Save on gift and estate taxes
  • Reduce or avoid capital gains taxes
  • Pass assets on to family members at reduced tax costs
  • Receive income for life

There are a number of options for planned giving. Not sure which is right for you? We're happy to have a conversation.

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What People are saying about Hebrew SeniorLife

  • "One reason we gave [a bequest] to Hebrew SeniorLife is because it’s an organization that takes care of older people, who often in our society are less recognized than in other cultures. We’d like to have a positive impact."

    Larry and Lois Ruttman

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Gift Planning Guide

Not sure what the difference is between bequests, charitable remainder trusts, charitable annuities, and more? Download our Gift Planning Reference Guide with descriptions, tax advantages, and benefits for each choice.

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Create a Legacy

An eighth grader with braided pigtails holds up a tablet as she shares a conversation in Spanish with a memory care patient.

Charitable Gift Annuities

When you establish a charitable gift annuity to benefit Hebrew SeniorLife, your gift will provide you with an attractive fixed rate of return and tax benefits. There are two types of gift annuities: With immediate CGAs, payments begin immediately. With a deferred CGA, payments begin on a specific date in the future. The longer the deferral, the higher your annuity rate. It’s an easy way to benefit from a tax deduction while knowing your gift is also helping seniors lives their best lives.

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Charitable Remainder Trust

A Charitable Remainder Trust is a gift of cash or other property to an irrevocable trust. You receive an income stream from the trust for a term of years or for life and Hebrew SeniorLife receives the remaining trust assets at the end of the trust term.

Man reading to boy in library at NewBridge on the Charles

Gifts of Assets

Many assets, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate, can be used to make a gift to Hebrew SeniorLife. Giving stock is easy, plus it has an added tax benefit: you will receive a charitable tax deduction for the full value of the stock, and you will not pay income tax on any of the capital gains.

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Bequests

A charitable bequest, made in your will or other estate documents, enables you to provide Hebrew SeniorLife with future support without reducing your current income; types of bequests include cash from your estate, gifts of assets, and beneficiary gifts from a retirement plan.

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