Six-story development will feature 66 memory care units, 41 affordable senior apartments, and expanded community amenities, marking a significant investment in services for older adults.
BOSTON— Rogerson Communities is moving forward with a major redevelopment of Rogerson House in Jamaica Plain, a project that will create 66 memory care units and 41 affordable independent living apartments for older adults. The proposed six-story development will also feature expanded care services, recreational amenities and more than 20,000 square feet of outdoor space, including gardens partially accessible to the public.
The organization has released a new architectural video rendering, produced by project architect DiMella Shaffer, offering a preview of the planned building, its distinctive scalloped red brick façade, landscaped courtyard and other amenities.
Located on Beaufort Road between the Jamaicaway and Centre Street, the development will replace the existing Rogerson House building with a new facility designed to meet the growing needs of older adults, particularly those requiring specialized memory care services.
The proposed building will include 66 memory care units alongside 41 affordable independent living apartments. It will also accommodate Rogerson’s memory care social day program and a Fitness FIRST center, expanding the organization’s ability to provide care, housing and wellness opportunities for seniors.
The architectural plans emphasize a welcoming and accessible environment, with amenities including an exercise studio, library and courtyard. More than 20,000 square feet of outdoor space will be incorporated into the development, featuring four garden areas, portions of which will be publicly accessible. The outdoor spaces are intended to encourage recreation, relaxation and connections with the surrounding neighborhood.
The project has gained significant momentum over the past six months, securing approval from the Boston Planning and Development Agency and unanimous approval from Boston’s Zoning Board of Appeals. The Mayor’s Office of Housing has also awarded $3 million in funding to support the redevelopment.
In addition to public-sector backing, Rogerson Communities has raised more than $2 million through philanthropic contributions to advance the project.
The newly released rendering provides residents, community members and supporters with a closer look at the proposed development and how it will fit into the Jamaica Plain neighborhood. Aerial views in the presentation illustrate the building’s location and relationship with the surrounding residential area, while exterior perspectives highlight its architectural design and landscaped spaces.
