Grinnell Congregate Housing
Joseph Grinnell Home for the Elderly
379 County Street
New Bedford, MA.
508-993-2622
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More than just a place to live ... it's a unique combination of privacy and services, caring and sharing. Congregate Housing provides a shared living environment, which combines housing, in-home services and a mutually supportive social environment for older or disabled adults.
WHY CHOOSE CONGREGATE HOUSING?
Congregate Housing is one good option for those who do not want to live alone, and are not in need of nursing home or rest home care. The security, companionship, interdependence, and in-home services help individuals to remain independent and active in the community.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR CONGREGATE HOUSING?
Those who:
- Are at least 60 years old or have a permanent disability,
- Meet the income guidelines of the local Housing Authority,
- Do not require 24-hour supervision.
WHO PROVIDES THE SERVICE?
Coastline Elderly Services, Inc. provides an on-site part-time residence coordinator who coordinates services for those who may need assistance with the daily activities of independent living. Services are available through Coastline or other organizations.
The services available include:
- Case management,
- Homemaker services, e.g., housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation,
- Transportation coordination,
- Personal care,
- One community meal per day, and
- Coordination with other service providers.
History
The Greek Revival mansion was built in 1831-32 for Congressman Joseph Grinnell. With the exception of a five-year period in the late 1800's, relatives of Joseph Grinnell occupied the mansion until it was transferred to the church of St. John the Baptist in 1940. The building was then used as a school from 1941 to 1957.
Waterfront Historical Art League of New Bedford (WHALE) purchased the long vacant historic structure in 1987 to preserve it. Today the Grinnell Congregate Home has retained many architectural features of the original mansion, which are reflected in the common areas as well as many of the one-bedroom units.
Community Sponsored
In 1992, the Grinnell Mansion Congregate Home, Inc. was formed and received broad support both from public and private sectors of the community. The supportive services funding is provided by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs and Title III of the Older Americans Act.
Building Amenities
Residents are encouraged to make full use of the common areas for their enjoyment. This includes:
- Living Room with conversation areas
- Dining Room - communal dining is encouraged
- Sun Room - adjacent to the kitchen area- perfect for that morning coffee, afternoon cup of tea or just relaxing, reading, etc.
- When not being used for the Meal Program food preparation, a full kitchen is available for resident use.
- Elevators to all floors
- Laundry Room located on the lower level
Unit Amenities
All seventeen units are designed to offer the resident individual privacy. Each unit has a private bath with shower, kitchen area, emergency pull cords, and is carpeted and wired for cable TV.
Applications
Available through the New Bedford Housing Authority for income eligible clients. All applications are reviewed by a residents selection team for residency at the Grinnell Congregate Home.
Owned by Grinnell Mansion Congregate Home, Inc.
Property Managed by MB Management Company.
Support Services Managed by Coastline Elderly Services, Inc.
