Jeanne Jugan Residence - Somerville

Jeanne Jugan Residence - Somerville sits at 186 Highland Ave in Somerville, MA, and belongs to the Little Sisters of the Poor organization, with a long tradition of helping elderly folks who need care and support, serving the greater Boston area with a kind and respectful touch, and people say it feels like a family there, with staff making a real effort to honor residents' dignity every day. You'll find a variety of living options, including private studios, one-bedroom apartments, semi-private rooms, and two-bedroom units, all furnished and coming with their own telephones, so residents can choose what suits them best, and there are special units for those with handicaps too. Jeanne Jugan Residence fits a broad range of needs, offering both assisted living and skilled nursing care, with a design that supports those who need daily help, folks recovering from surgery or illness, and even people seeking short-term rehabilitation, and their continuum of care helps many to age in place without needing to move away. Caregivers help with bathing, dressing, moving from bed to chair, medication reminders, and diabetes management like insulin monitoring, and they're available around the clock, with a 24-hour call system giving a bit of peace of mind to residents and families. The focus here is on comfort and community, with home-cooked meals every day-prepared for special diets like allergies or diabetic needs in a dining room that offers restaurant-style or all-day options-and daily housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, and on-site barber and salon services, so the routine chores don't get in the way of enjoying the day. Residents keep busy with plenty of activities, like arts and crafts, movie nights, gardening in quiet green areas, walking paths that wind through peaceful outdoor spaces, seeing birds and wildlife, devotional gatherings in the full-service chapel, and trips into the neighborhood, which has top doctors, essential services, and the scenic Mystic River Greenway only a short walk away. The facility itself runs on green technologies like solar power, rainwater recycling, and co-generation, showing a commitment to the environment that some find comforting these days. Jeanne Jugan Residence charges fees based on care level, with separate fees for community entry, respite stays, and a buy-in, as well as rates that change depending on if the resident needs high, medium, or low care, plus options for a second person, and payment may come from private pay, social security, veteran's benefits, or sometimes commercial insurance. Specialized care, like Alzheimer's services, high acuity nursing, incontinence and non-ambulatory support, and rehab therapy are covered along with support for activities of daily living, and service coordinators can assist with arranging extra care as needed. The residence maintains a strong sense of purpose, rooted in a holistic approach that cares for physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, and its non-profit status means the focus is usually on giving back to seniors rather than turning a profit. Residents can join in community-sponsored or resident-run events, look after each other, and-thanks to a dedicated, English-speaking staff-enjoy a life that's structured but still marked by the warmth and character of home.