Opened in December 2006, Hearth at Burroughs Street is a 14-unit Victorian house located on a quiet residential street in Jamaica Plain. Elders live in a congregate-style community complete with Heath's trademark support services.
The house contains several common areas, including a kitchen, a dining room, and a living room.
These common rooms provide an opportunity to socialize and foster a sense of community among the residents. An elevator and wheelchair ramp provide access for elders with limited mobility.
The large front porch overlooks the landscaped yard and the surrounding elegantly maintained homes, while the rear deck is shaded by stately trees This residence supplies help with daily activities, transportation to medical appointments, provide breakfast and dinner, and other daily assistance. Low-income elders need Medicaid /Group Adult Foster care and live here.