JFK Apartments

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JFK Apartments JFK Apartments

JFK Apartments

55 Essex Street, Cambridge, MA 02139

For more information about senior living options: (844) 490-3973

Active Adult Communities (55+) Independent Living

Features

Housing

  • 69 resident community capacity 69 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)
  • Independent Living Independent Living

Amenities

  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Description

The JFK Apartments in Cambridge, MA is a vibrant and comfortable assisted living community dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for seniors. Our community offers independent living with a range of amenities and services designed to promote an active and fulfilling lifestyle.

Residents at JFK Apartments can enjoy the convenience of on-site beauty salon services along with access to cable or satellite TV for their entertainment needs. Our community-operated transportation service ensures that residents can easily access off-site activities, appointments, and errands. For those who prefer to stay connected online or need high-speed internet for various purposes, we offer Wi-Fi/high-speed internet access.

We understand the importance of maintaining physical well-being, which is why we offer a fitness room with various exercise equipment. Our outdoor space provides a peaceful environment for residents to relax and enjoy nature. Additionally, our wellness center is available to support individuals in achieving optimal health through various resources.

At JFK Apartments, residents can indulge in delicious meals served restaurant-style in our dining room. We cater to special dietary restrictions to ensure everyone's needs are met. A small library is also available for those who love reading. For recreation and socialization, our gaming room offers opportunities for friendly competitions and shared enjoyment.

Our caring staff is available 24/7 with a call system in place for any assistance needed. We provide help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, transfers, medication management, and meal preparation. Coordination with healthcare providers ensures that all medical needs are met promptly.

To keep residents engaged and active within the community, we offer concierge services along with fitness programs tailored to individual needs. Planned day trips allow residents to explore nearby attractions while resident-run activities foster social connections among peers. Scheduled daily activities cater to different interests and hobbies.

With numerous cafes, parks, pharmacies, physicians' offices, restaurants, transportation options, places of worship, theaters, and hospitals nearby the JFK Apartments location ensures easy accessibility to various services and amenities for residents.

At JFK Apartments, we are committed to providing a fulfilling and enriching living experience for our residents.

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Cambridge, Massachusetts offers a variety of amenities that cater to senior living. With several restaurants within walking distance, including Naco Taco and Russell House Tavern, seniors can enjoy diverse dining options close to home. Nearby pharmacies such as Walgreens and CVS provide convenient access to medications and healthcare supplies. The area also boasts reputable healthcare facilities like Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates and Mount Auburn Hospital for medical needs. Public transportation options like the MBTA Union Square Station make it easy for seniors to get around the city. Additionally, parks such as Summer Street Dog Park and Boston Public Garden offer opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, this area provides a mix of convenience, healthcare services, and recreational activities ideal for seniors looking for a vibrant community in Cambridge.

Restaurants

  • Naco Taco (0.4 miles)
  • Russell House Tavern (1 miles)
  • McDonald's (1 miles)
  • Felipe's Mexican Taqueria (1.1 miles)
  • Charlie's Kitchen (1.1 miles)
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (1.4 miles)
  • Bleacher Bar (1.5 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.7 miles)

Theaters

  • Kendall Square Cinema (0.6 miles)
  • AMC Loews Boston Common 19 (2.2 miles)
  • AMC Assembly Row 12 (2.2 miles)

Physicians

  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (0.6 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates – Spinal Unit/Pain Management (1.5 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (1.5 miles)
  • Bidmc Lowry Building (2.1 miles)
  • Harvard Medical School (2.2 miles)
  • Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (2.4 miles)
  • Mass. Eye and Ear (2.4 miles)

Transportation

  • MBTA Union Square Station (0.8 miles)
  • MBTA Kenmore Station (1.4 miles)
  • MBTA Fenway Station (1.6 miles)
  • MBTA Charles/MGH Station (1.6 miles)
  • Porter Square MBTA Station (1.7 miles)
  • Sullivan Square Station (1.8 miles)
  • MBTA North Station (2 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Paul Parish, Harvard Square (0.8 miles)

Cafes

  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (0.9 miles)
  • Flour Bakery + Cafe (1.1 miles)
  • Forge Baking Company (1.2 miles)
  • Cafe Rustica (1.4 miles)
  • Tatte Bakery & Cafe (1.7 miles)
  • Jaho Coffee Roaster & Wine Bar (1.8 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.8 miles)

Parks

  • Summer Street Dog Park (1.1 miles)
  • The Esplanade (1.6 miles)
  • Boston Public Garden (1.9 miles)
  • Grove-Cedar Bike Path (2 miles)
  • Medford St Dog Park (2.1 miles)
  • Tufts Park (2.4 miles)
  • Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park (2.5 miles)

Hospitals

  • Mount Auburn Hospital (1.7 miles)
  • Boston Children's Hospital (2.1 miles)
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital (2.2 miles)
  • Labor And Delivery at Tufts (2.3 miles)

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