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352 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115
"I visited Susan Bailis. That place was to die for with a cute setup. The room was a one-bedroom with a living room. The people were very nice. The sitting area was very quaint, and it smelled good in there. It’s a fairly new place. The staff was exce. "
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1190 Adams Street, Boston, MA, 02124
"My aunt has moved into Standish Village. It's easy for me to get there, so I settled on them. Overall, we are happy with it. It is a beautiful, clean place. The staff is good and seasoned. There were some communication issues with getting my aunt in . "
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63 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA, 02120
"The marketing manager at Landmark at Longwood was very detailed. She explained everything to me, including prices. She answered my questions and toured me around. I like everything except the size of the apartment. It was definitely not something I'd. "
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44-46 Allandale Street, Boston, MA, 02130
"We looked here. It was a lovely facility, and the tour was given by a very experienced person in the field. She did a nice job of explaining what they offered. She helped us see the various levels of care that they offer. She helped us locate our req. "
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9 W School Street, Boston, MA, 02129
"I really love Zelma Lacey House of Charlestown. It's very homey and very quaint. If we get my mother in a place, I would like her there. It's a very nice company. I was impressed because most of the employees were there long-term. They don't come and. "
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Four Seaport Drive, North Quincy, MA, 02171
"Atria Marina Place looked decent. The person I talked to there was good. He took us around and showed us everything and explained everything to us. I think his name was Kevin and he was very friendly. He showed me all the areas where they cook and al. "
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295 Broadway, Malden, MA, 02148
"I went to Holiday Maplewood Place for my mother. It was very quiet there. The activity lady was very nice and the lady that showed us around was excellent. It's smaller than the other facility that I visited. It only has three floors. There weren't . "
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50 Sutherland Road, Brighton, MA, 02135
"I went to Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle. It was very high end, it had that high-end feeling definitely, it was definitely for people with money. The rooms were small. It was stellar in upkeep. The staff was very lovely, she was fantastic. I saw t. "
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430 Centre Street, Newton, MA, 02458
"I could see my uncle at Evans Park at Newton Corner and be happy there. I like that it seemed they would be very attentive. They also seemed to be able to have the staff and support that my uncle would need. The two people that we interacted with wer. "
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20 Summer Street, Watertown, MA, 02472
"My mother was a here for assisted living. The facility is clean and bright, the food is good, and there are lots of activities for the diverse residents --- some still very active, others more infirm. The spirit and ethos of the staff are outst. "
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158 Essex Street, Melrose, MA, 02176
"The Residence at Melrose Station was extremely luxurious. It just opened and it's like a 5-star hotel. It was beautiful. It was on the pricier side, but when they first opened they were offering huge monthly discount rates for the rent. They've got a. "
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1395 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA, 02476
"My friends unit is lovely and overlooks the bike path. The food is delicious. Juan does an outstanding job. The staff is kind and welcoming. "
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180 Corey Rd, Brighton, MA, 02135
"I liked Providence House Assisted Living. It was bright, and it was accessible. There was parking there. The staff was very nice. It's very clean. I was surprised by how bright it was. It didn't feel like a nursing home. They had things for the peopl. "
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615 Heath St, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467
"I chose The Residence at Boylston Place because Josh, the CEO, and the staff that I met were very gracious and friendly. I felt comfortable with them. They have lots of interesting, varied, and age-appropriate activities. The food is farm-to-table an. "
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46 Lincoln Street, Winthrop, MA, 02152
"We chose them for my aunt. It's very warm, cozy, and beautiful; beautiful in architecture, and everything about it. It's a nice, warm place when you first step in. The staff is very attentive to the clients. The food is fantastic, and the residents a. "
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341 Mt. Auburn Street, Watertown, MA, 02472
"My father has been in Brigham House for about a week now. It's just perfect, and they are incredibly helpful. I was looking for an economical alternative in Massachusetts, and Brigham House accepts assistance on some of their residents, which some pl. "
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1205-1215 Centre St, West Roxbury, MA, 02132
"Sophia Snow Place is all inclusive, so Mom has assistance with anything she needs. She has meal choices, 3 times a day plus the pastry cart in the morning, help with showering and meds, does yoga and has wonderful caregivers, she loves them all. They. "
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431 Washington Street, Newton, MA, 02458
"I like Sunrise of Newton. I like the openness of the hallways and the elevators. Because it's new, they were able to have more space. They took time to follow up and answer my questions. They have a fridge in the room, but of course, they don't have . "
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420 Reservoir Avenue, Revere, MA, 02151
"My mother moved in nearly nine months ago and, originally, I was extremely hesitant sending her to live here due to preexisting reviews. It did not paint the place in a generous light, but I was working with very limited options. Taking the tour help. "
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123 Fisher Avenue, Brookline, MA, 02445
" Located in Brookline�s Fisher Hill, a neighborhood designed by famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted and full of history, Kisco�s. "
Get Pricing Learn MoreWith an average monthly cost of $6,819, Boston is one of the most expensive cities for assisted living in Massachusetts. The only city that is more expensive is Barnstable Town which costs $7,000 per month. The nearby city of Worcester is significantly cheaper than Boston at $5,685 and the cheapest city in the state for assisted living is Pittsfield, where the average monthly cost is only $2,084.
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When trying to decide how to pay for assisted living, one of the first questions that comes up is "How much does it cost?" With the impact of inflation, it's more important than ever to have up-to-date information when making a financial plan for senior living. To help shed light on real senior living prices, Caring.com has compiled proprietary cost data from its network of more than 75,000 senior living providers to provide insight into the average cost of assisted living in Boston and 60 other cities in Massachusetts.
MassHealth, the Medicaid program of the state of Massachusetts, covers the cost of assisted living services through the Moving Forward Plan – Residential Supports (MFP-RS) waiver for eligible seniors in Boston or through the Supportive Senior Housing Initiative for residents of state-funded assisted living residences.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
Assisted living fees in Boston have slowly but steadily increased over the last few years, rising by a projected 18% between 2022 and 2024. Overall, Boston's assisted living fees are relatively costly, being around 12% higher than the national average. Compared to other cities in Massachusetts, however, Boston is relatively affordable, having average fees that are roughly 15% lower than the state average. Inflation has impacted most Massachusetts cities to a similar degree. Assisted living prices in Norton and Leominster are both projected to increase by almost 18%, as are average fees in Brewster, one of the most costly cities.
| Location | 2022 Cost (Historical) | 2023 Cost (Current) | 2024 Cost (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | $4,579 | $5,017 | $5,403 |
| U.S. Average | $4,070 | $4,459 | $4,802 |
| Massachusetts | $5,202 | $5,599 | $6,393 |
| Brewster | $6,070 | $6,650 | $7,162 |
| Norton | $4,567 | $5,004 | $5,389 |
| Leominster | $4,550 | $4,985 | $5,368 |
Care costs in Boston vary depending on the facility chosen. Assisted living facilities, offering room and board and help with the activities of daily living, average $5,017 per month. Memory care communities typically charge slightly more, at $6,295 per month, due to the additional training required for dementia care services. Independent living services, which provide accessible accommodation but less day-to-day support, are by far the most affordable, typically charging just $3,249 monthly.
There are many resources in Boston,MA that assist seniors in their retirement. Caring.com has compiled information on local organizations, programs and agencies and categorized them into care types for easy reference.
For information about statewide resources and those in nearby cities, go to Caring’s Massachusetts state page.
Retirees can find support and advice on various senior-related issues from their local Area Agency on Aging. The agency provides advice on topics such as financial assistance programs, in-home care and long-term care planning. It also connects seniors and caregivers with community-based resources.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| AgeStrong Commission | 617-635-4366 | Massachusetts is home to many Area Agencies on Aging that provide supportive services to older adults. These agencies can help seniors get connected with local programs that assist them with daily needs, including caregiver support, transportation services, meal programs and health and wellness resources. AAAs also work to combat elder abuse and fraud and empower seniors to ensure a life of safety and dignity. |
| Boston Senior Home Care | 617-292-6211 | Massachusetts is home to many Area Agencies on Aging that provide supportive services to older adults. These agencies can help seniors get connected with local programs that assist them with daily needs, including caregiver support, transportation services, meal programs and health and wellness resources. AAAs also work to combat elder abuse and fraud and empower seniors to ensure a life of safety and dignity. |
| Central Boston Elder Services, Inc. | 617-277-7416 | Massachusetts is home to many Area Agencies on Aging that provide supportive services to older adults. These agencies can help seniors get connected with local programs that assist them with daily needs, including caregiver support, transportation services, meal programs and health and wellness resources. AAAs also work to combat elder abuse and fraud and empower seniors to ensure a life of safety and dignity. |
Boston seniors wishing to remain in their own homes can find financial assistance from several local resources. These programs and organizations help retirees cover the cost of services such as home care, property modifications and utilities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Home Care Program | 617-727-7750 | Home Care Services is for seniors needing only non-medical services, such as personal care, home-delivered meals and dementia day care. It can also cover costs for homeuse adaptive equipment, such as ramps, making it particularly useful for seniors with mobility issues. |
| Massachusetts Frail Elder Waiver | 800-243-4636 | The Frail Elder Waiver covers care costs for seniors residing in their own homes or the home of a relative with caregiving responsibilities. Congregate housing residents also fall within the waiver's scope. It can pay medical and non-medical costs, such as skilled nursing and personal care. |
Local organizations help ensure elderly citizens have a balanced diet and receive essential vitamins and minerals to remain healthy. Through nutrition programs, congregate meals, home-delivered meals and food pantries, these programs help Boston seniors afford the nutritious food they need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Elderly Nutrition Program - Boston | 617-357-0226 | Meals on Wheels agencies deliver freshly prepared and nutritionally balanced meals to adults aged 60 and older throughout Massachusetts. There are subtle differences between each branch, such as their delivery schedules and recommended donation per meal, but they all deliver to seniors regardless of their incomes, and none will refuse a meal based on the senior's ability to pay. |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | 617-427-5200 | Seniors and others experiencing food insecurity can request assistance from one of the more than 600 food pantries, soup kitchens, meal programs and senior centers served by the Greater Boston Food Bank in Boston, MA. Seniors can visit the organization's website to learn more about its distribution sites and mobile food markets throughout Eastern Massachusetts. In addition, the organization helps recipients apply for SNAP benefits and free food from the USDA's Commodity Supplemental Food Program. |
| Haley House Food Pantry | 617-236-8132 | Haley House Food Pantry distributes nutritious groceries to residents in need in the South End and Roxbury neighborhoods in Boston, MA. Seniors and other community members can take home fruits, vegetables and healthy food items when they need help stocking their pantries. The food pantry is open on Thursdays. Recipients can obtain tickets at 7 a.m., and they may pick up their grocery bags at 10 a.m. |
Due to the high cost of purchasing new medical equipment, several organizations in Boston collect lightly used medical devices such as wheelchairs, ramps and walkers and distribute them to local seniors and residents in need.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Assistive Technology Regional Centers - Boston | 800-244-2756 | MassMATCH is a short-term loan program that maximizes access to assistive technologies throughout Massachusetts for those in most need. |
Many organizations offer free or low-cost legal services to Boston seniors. Older adults can access advice on issues such as estate planning, living wills and power of attorney. Some firms also act as long-term care ombudsmen, advocating for the rights of seniors in senior living communities.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Boston Legal Services | 800-323-3205 | The Greater Boston Legal Services provides free legal services to adults age 60 and older in the greater Boston region. It is a network of volunteer lawyers who provide free civil legal help to low-income individuals in the region. Many of their services apply to older adults, including abuse and neglect prevention, consumer rights services, health care benefits services and government benefits services. |
Seniors and those with disabilities can access a variety of local resources to help them pay for home repairs and modifications. Programs in Boston have different eligibility criteria and often assist retirees by providing grants or loans.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Home Modification Loan Program (HMLP) | 866-500-5599 | The Home Modification Loan Program provides older residents with interest-free loans, which they can use to adapt their homes to their needs. Loans are repaid when the owner sells the property or transfers the title deed. |
| Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) - Boston | 617-357-6012 | The purpose of the Weatherization Assistance Program is to improve the energy efficiency of seniors' homes, which can reduce utility costs, while also making living spaces safer. |
Senior centers in Boston bring together residents through recreational activities and events. Many also offer advice and support on senior issues, run wellness and nutrition programs, and connect older adults with other resources in the local area.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Easterseals Massachusetts Senior Services - Boston | 800-244-2756 | Easterseals Massachusetts long-term device loan program is for those on low incomes who may be unable to purchase medical equipment for home use. The service provides assistive technology, such as phones with large tactile buttons, wrist-cuff blood pressure monitors and screen reading devices. |
Social Security offices in Boston help seniors and disabled people access the benefits they're entitled to. Older adults can contact their local office for information about receiving retirement benefits, disability allowance and Supplemental Security Income.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Social Security Office | 800-772-1213 | Social Security is a source of income available to retirees and people who can no longer work because of a disability. The money for Social Security comes from a payroll tax levied on employers, employees and self-employed individuals. When you retire, you'll receive monthly payments based on how much you earned when you were working. |
Low-income seniors who are struggling to meet the costs of maintaining their homes can find support from organizations that offer assistance with utility and energy bills. Boston retirees could also qualify for emergency funding programs if they're in danger of losing utility services due to unpaid invoices.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Programs | 617-573-1100 | Massachusetts Fuel Assistance Programs are aimed at assisting seniors with home heating costs during the state's severe winters. Residents who receive SNAP or other low-income benefits can qualify for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as well as discounted utility rates. Applications for LIHEAP open on October 1. Seniors may be eligible for one-time emergency financing from the Salvation Army Good Neighbor Fund or Joe-4-Oil. |
| Fuel Assistance (LIHEAP) - Boston | 617-357-6012 | The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program can pay a percentage of seniors' winter heating bills. There is no fee for application, and seniors reach out to their local services providers, who will not charge for their assistance. |
| Massachusetts Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) | 617-573-1100 | The Massachusetts Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists eligible seniors with their home heating bills. Residents who qualify must have income equal to or lower than 60% of the estimated state median income for Massachusetts. Applications are open online on October 1 and available in person at one of several local LIHEAP agencies. Residents must provide a photo ID, a list of household members, income proof and a heating bill copy. |
Boston retirees who have served in the U.S. military can find support from local veteran services. These offices and organizations help vets access the benefits they're eligible for and provide advice and information on a variety of issues.
| Program Name | Phone Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Vet Center | 857-203-6461 | At the Boston Vet Center, veterans and service members can receive confidential counseling without cost. Licensed counselors specialize in the Gottman Method for couples therapy, with family, grief and bereavement counseling also available. For those struggling with mental health, counseling is available for issues such as PTSD, depression, anger, aggressive behavior and substance abuse. Evidence-based treatments are used, including cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy and prolonged exposure. Staff supports the specific needs of female, minority and first-response veterans. |
| VA Boston Healthcare System, Jamaica Plain Campus | 617-232-9500 | The Jamaica Plain Campus of the VA Boston Healthcare System is a medical center for veterans that offers primary and specialty services. Visitors can access amputation care (including prosthetics and rehabilitation), optometry, physical therapy, arthritis treatment, oncology and pulmonary medicine. This facility provides on-site radiation oncology, imaging, hospice care, pathology and a full-service pharmacy. Veterans can also get support with mobility devices such as scooters, wheelchairs and custom seating with long-term follow-up services. |
Boston-area assisted living facilities are overseen by the Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification. This agency is responsible for licensing assisted living facilities in the state, and it carries out unannounced inspections and checks to make sure that all facilities are compliant with the state rules and regulations.
Boston-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Massachusetts are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page for more information about these laws.
Review of Providence House Assisted Living
The main receptionist shows phenomenal insensitivity to resident religion and ethnicity. Shouting at residents is common. Some on the nursing staff try at times. But too many are disrespectful of.
July 5, 2024 I am/was a resident of this facilityReview of Providence House Assisted Living
I moved into Providence House Assisted Living. What I like best is the people that live here, and the fact that they get together, and that enjoyment. What I like least is I don't like the.
May 1, 2024 I visited this facilityReview of Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle
I visited Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle. It went very well with very good staff. The amenities are good but the rooms are very small. They have access in those function rooms to computers and.
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