Welcome to Commonwealth
35 Fidelis Way, Brighton |
Commonwealth in Brighton was completely renovated in the 1980s and offers a variety of living arrangements for low- and moderate-income families, elderly and disabled persons. Although the development is primarily family, 116 apartments are set aside specifically for elderly & disabled residents. The senior building offers 116 one- and two-bedroom apartments, with many amenities specifically designed for elderly and disabled individuals. Many apartments have a view of the city skyline. Our units range from being fully equipped to modified to handicapped accessible. Rents are calculated at 30% of a resident’s income. Residents have the option of choosing a flat rent as well.
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Location |
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Commonwealth is conveniently located at the corner of Commonwealth Avenue and Washington Street in Brighton. An active business district, with many stores and services, is located within walking distance, including a supermarket and bank. The development itself has an active community center, offering a variety of services to residents of all ages. Health care is available nearby at Beth Israel Health Center.
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Transportation |
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Washington Street Station
Special senior transportation is provided to and from the local supermarket.
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Programs and Services* |
The photo on the right represents a typical bathroom in a wheelchair-accessible unit at Commonwealth. For a listing of available units, please click here:
Wheelchair Accessible Units
Commonwealth offers a wide range of amenities, programs and services to help you feel at home, including:
- Mid-rise building with spacious elevators for Elderly & disabled residents
- Intercoms
- Emergency call system in the senior building
- Professional full-time management staff
- Resident custodian who quickly responds to all emergencies
- On-site social worker
- Large community building with function room
- Laundry room
- Social activities such as dinners and coffee hours
- English language classes
- Three large private garden areas and benches throughout the property
- Resident sticker parking
- Voting site at nearby building
- An active Resident Task Force that organizes many activities, social services, education and much more!
- Managed by the Corcoran Management Company for the Boston Housing Authority
A Place to Call Home
Please call us at 617-782-0455 (TDD: 800-545-1833 x420) if we can answer any questions or be of assistance to you.
For More Information
*Some programs and services may change depending on funding and the needs of the residents.
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