Lead a joyful life. Sparked by community.
Part of what makes Brown Family House such an exceptional place to call home is the sense of community. You’ll feel it among residents and staff, and you’ll see how it adds joy to the experience of living here. Community is where friendships take root and new interests begin. It’s where you can lead with independence, knowing support is close behind. It’s peace of mind, 24 hours a day.
When you step outside your private apartment home, a world of opportunity unfolds around you. Sip coffee as the morning sun gleams through floor-to-ceiling windows. Step outside on the top-floor balcony to take in spectacular city views. Indulge in a weekly exercise class or set up a quick card game with friends. Attend events like BBQs in the outdoor courtyard or holiday celebrations with neighbors. And that’s only the beginning. Congregation Kehillath Israel is connected to Brown Family House and opens the door to continued learning and unique intergenerational programs residents love. You’re also just a short walk from the Brookline Senior Center where you can take language courses, fitness classes, or engage in numerous other activities that inspire wellness and fun. And should you ever need it, you’ll appreciate Brown Family House’s proximity to world-class, cutting-edge teaching hospitals and other healthcare services.
No detail has been overlooked
Independent living at Brown Family House is designed to make your life easier, more fun, and more fulfilling. That’s why we provide access to a wide variety of amenities and services.
Thoughtful Amenities
- Beautifully appointed, light-filled common area with fireplace, aquarium, and wireless internet service
- Multipurpose room
- Bi-weekly exercise classes and wellness programs
- Bi-weekly technical support clinics
- Cultural events, entertainment, and lifelong learning classes
- Religious studies and observances
- Holiday celebrations
- Access to adjacent Congregation Kehillath Israel with intergenerational social, wellness and educational programs
- Around the corner from the Brookline Senior Center
- On-site Kosher bakery offering pastries, sandwiches, and coffee (Pay-as-you-go; opening April 2023)
- Resident library
- Universal accessibility and elevators
- Small pets welcome
Convenient Services
- Smart technology with control panel in each apartment to communicate with the front desk and to allow visitors to enter the building
- Utilities included (electric and water with individually controlled heat and air conditioning)
- Resident Council
- On-site management
- Full-time resident services coordinator
- 24-hour maintenance staff
- Emergency response system
- Visiting nurse once per week
- Care coordination services
- Assistance with accessing ride-share and other transportation services
Getting out and about
Brown Family House is set in Coolidge Corner, one of the most coveted areas in Brookline, MA, known for its bustling streets and numerous attractions. “The Corner” is ideally situated less than 4.5 miles from Boston and near great breakfast spots, theaters, bookstores, shopping, galleries, and picturesque parks. You can walk to a variety of places, take MBTA’s Green Line or the Route 66 bus for convenient rides to your favorite destinations. Head to Trader Joe’s for groceries or stroll to Kupel’s for a fresh-baked morning bagel. Take a short walk to the Brookline Senior Center for a variety of activities or bring your dog to Coolidge Park for a walk on the greens. You’ll find popular golf courses and breathtaking gardens are within a few miles of home, plus the convenience of a fire station, hospitals, pharmacies, and banks are only a short distance away. And if you need assistance mapping out transit or arranging car shares through ZipCar, just let us know. Our team is happy to help.
- Groceries: Trader Joe’s, Star Market, Stop & Shop, Target Grocery
- Banking: Brookline Bank, Citizens Bank, Santander Bank, and Chase
- Pharmacies: CVS, Central Pharmacy, Osco Pharmacy, and Walgreens
- Medical Facilities: Mass General Brigham Urgent Care, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Brigham Hospital, St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center
- Pet Needs: Petco, Boston Veterinary Clinic, VCA Brookline, and The Daily Stroll grooming
- Gardens: Fenway Garden Society, James P. Kelleher Rose Garden, and Harvard Community Garden
- Outdoor Walks: Coolidge Park, Winthrop Square, Griggs Park, and more
- Golf: Newton Commonwealth Golf Course and William J. Devine Golf Course
- Culture: Museum of Fine Arts, International Paper Museum, MassArt Art Museum, and more
- Dining: Vello Restaurant, Kupel’s Bakery, Temptations Cafe, Zaftigs Deli, and more
- Movie Theaters: Coolidge Corner Theatre, Regal Fenway, Showcase SuperLux, and others
- Congregation Kehillath Israel campus: Adjacent to Brown Family House, this campus is also home to Congregation Mishkan Tefila, Yachad (National Jewish Council for Disabilities), Center Makor (Russian Jewish Educational Center); and more.
