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Good Shepherd Community Care

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160 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA 02459✓ Verified License: 221500 · Updated 9/30/2026Languages: English
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Good Shepherd Community Care provides hospice care to adults and families in Newton, MA. The program focuses on managing pain, controlling symptoms, and offering emotional support for patients with life‑limiting illnesses. Skilled nurses and hospice aides visit the home to adjust medication regimens, monitor comfort levels, and coordinate with the patient’s primary physician. In addition to clinical visits, the team supplies counseling services for both the patient and family members, helping them navigate grief and decision‑making during the end‑of‑life journey. Because the agency accepts Medicare, eligible individuals can receive covered hospice benefits without additional out‑of‑pocket costs for the core services. The organization also assists with advance‑care planning, ensuring that patients’ wishes are documented and respected. Families in Newton and surrounding Middlesex County often choose Good Shepherd Community Care when they need a coordinated, home‑based approach that balances medical oversight with personal support. For those researching hospice options in Newton, MA, Good Shepherd Community Care can be reached to discuss eligibility, service schedules, and how Medicare coverage applies to the hospice plan.

Contact details

Address
160 Wells Avenue
Newton, MA 02459
Phone
(617) 969-6133
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Visit website
gscommunitycare.org/
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  • Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 17:00
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Cost of senior care in Newton, MA

Assisted living in Newton, MA has a median cost of $9,600 per month. Source: CareScout 2025. Non-medical in-home care runs about $40 per hour (Massachusetts median, CareScout 2025), or roughly $6,400 per month for full-time help.

Senior care costs in Newton, MA
Care typeTypical costNotes
Non-medical in-home care$40/hour~$6,400/mo full-time
Assisted living$9,600/monthprivate one-bedroom
Nursing home$15,817/month~$189,804/yr, private room

Source: CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2025).

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Good Shepherd Community Care accept Medicaid?

Good Shepherd Community Care has not confirmed Medicaid acceptance on this listing. Contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage and eligibility.

Does Good Shepherd Community Care accept Medicare?

Good Shepherd Community Care has not confirmed Medicare acceptance on this listing. Contact the provider directly to confirm current coverage.

Where is Good Shepherd Community Care located?

Good Shepherd Community Care is located at 160 Wells Avenue, Newton, MA 02459.

How do I contact Good Shepherd Community Care?

You can reach Good Shepherd Community Care by phone at (617) 969-6133.

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