Massachusetts Assisted Living

Massachusetts has a population nearing 7 million individuals which is far larger than its southern neighbor Connecticut (3.5 million).

Why look for assisted living in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is known for having some of the best healthcare in the nation. Many of the best minds in the world graduate from nearby universities and make this well sought after state their own home to practice.

As a result, many seniors flock to the state to be surrounded by some of the best medical clinics and experts you can find in the country.

Massachusetts is also a small yet beautiful state to live in, with the Boston harbor and surrounding metropolitan area, as well Cambridge and Worcester. It is densely populated not to mention expensive (ranks within the Top 5 of Priciest for Assisted Living), so Massachusetts may not be for everyone.

Massachusetts Assisted Living - Cost

The Top 5 Most Affordable Cities for Assisted Living in Massachusetts per month:

1. New Bedford, MA - $3,895
2. Fall River, MA - $3,965     
3. Boston, MA - $4,240         
4. Pittsfield, MA - $4,240
5. Hyannis, MA - $4,255

The Top 5 Most Expensive Cities for Assisted Living in Massachusetts:

1. Weston, MA - $5,980
2. Sudbury, MA - $5,790
3. Wellesley, MA - $5,770
4. Wayland, MA - $5,685
5. Winchester, MA - $5,645

The Top 5 Most Affordable Counties in Massachusetts for Assisted Living per month:

1. Berkshire County - $4,275
2. Suffolk County - $4,500
3. Hampden County - $4,590
4. Hampshire County - $4,615
5. Bristol County - $4,655

The Top 5 Most Expensive Counties in Massachusetts for Assisted Living:

1. Middlesex County - $5,320
2. Norfolk County - $5,200
3. Essex County - $5,010
4. Plymouth County - $4,950
5. Worcester County - $4,735

Types of Assisted Living Available in Massachusetts

Thanks to its fantastic healthcare system, Massachusetts has every single type of assisted living you would expect, providing everything from light to comprehensive daily care for assisted living.

The types include assisted living centers, residential care institutions (not associated with a hospital), and assisted living facilities (generally smaller in size compared to centers/complexes).

The healthcare in Massachusetts is top notch, which is why living quarters generally come with steeper rent. However, the number of services and amenities available in MA assisted living facilities are second to none when it comes to the rest of the nation.

Paying for Assisted Living in Massachusetts

Massachusetts features an extensive list of programs designed for financial aid when it comes to senior living. MassHealth (Medicaid) helps finance rooms through the Personal Care Attendant program.
The Group Adult Foster Care initiative can cover personal care related to assisted living but unfortunately not the monthly rent cost.

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