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The Cambridge Homes carries 135 years of history as a not-for-profit senior living community in Cambridge, Massachusetts—founded in 1887...

The Cambridge Homes carries 135 years of history as a not-for-profit senior living community in Cambridge, Massachusetts—founded in 1887 and inaugurated in 1899 by Harvard University president Charles William Eliot, whose academic legacy echoes in the community's enduring commitment to gracious, intellectually enriched older adult life. Freshly renovated in 2025, the Georgian-style building near Harvard Square and Mount Auburn Hospital combines historic architectural character with updated residential quality. The 44-apartment community offers independent living alongside assisted living through the EnrichedLIFE program, serving older adults whose needs range from social companionship to personal care support. Antiques and fine art throughout the residence reflect Cambridge's cultural heritage, while a Friends' Committee curates ongoing programming—monthly teas, wine and cheese socials, and play-readings that connect residents to the broader Cambridge community. The Cambridge Homes holds SAGECare LGBTQ+ cultural competency training for all staff, making it an explicitly affirming community for older adults of all backgrounds. An endowment fund supports residents who need financial assistance—an expression of the community's original charitable mission. Proximity to Harvard Square, Mount Auburn Hospital, and the walkable Cambridge streetscape give residents continued access to the cultural and intellectual life of one of America's most distinguished neighborhoods. For Cambridge families seeking historically rooted, LGBTQ+-affirming senior living near Harvard Square, The Cambridge Homes is a rare and cherished resource.