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Assisted Living Communities in Braintree, Massachusetts

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Braintree, MA below include 175 Assisted Living facilities with 1288 reviews. On average in Braintree, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Braintree, MA and Nearby Cities

At $6,100 per month, Braintree is fairly middle of the road for assisted living in Massachusetts. Areas such as Springfield ($5,750) and Worcester ($5,488) are more affordable but much further from a major population center. In Barnstable, a coastal tourist region, costs are much higher at $6,338 per month. 

Braintree

$6,100

Massachusetts

$6,085

The United States

$4,300

Barnstable Town

$6,388

Springfield

$5,750

Worcester

$5,488

Paying for Assisted Living in Braintree

The average cost per month for assisted living in Braintree is $6,100 per month, according to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey. While the nationwide median is substantially less expensive at $4,300, Braintree costs are similar to the statewide norm of $6,085.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Braintree

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 Braintree 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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Living in Braintree, MA

Assisted living is just one of the options available to Braintree seniors for long-term care. Adult day health care is the most affordable choice at $1,782 per month, but it’s not ideal for seniors that need help seven days a week or outside of normal business hours. In-home care options average $5,720 per month but don’t include room and board, which makes this one of the more expensive options. Nursing home care is the most expensive long-term care option at $13,383 per month for a shared room or $14,509 for a private room. 

Homemaker Services

$5,720

Home Health Aide

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,782

Assisted Living Facility

$6,100

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$13,383

Nursing Home (private room)

$14,509

Note: Care cost data for Braintree was not available, so data for the closest city, Boston, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Braintree

Seniors considering retirement to a Braintree assisted living facility have many options for support in the local community. Public and nonprofit organizations offer assistance with locating facilities and obtaining financial support to help with some of the costs associated with assisted living. 

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Braintree Department of Elder Affairs(781) 848-1963The Braintree Department of Elder Affairs acts as a one-stop service center for seniors who need assistance. This department links seniors with local service providers for everything from in-home care to assisted living advocacy. Transportation, nutrition, referral and companion services are all available to Braintree seniors who qualify for assistance.
Braintree Senior Citizen Municipal Service Program(781) 848-1963Active seniors who enjoy giving back to their communities may want to volunteer through the Braintree Senior Citizen Municipal Service Program. This program matches seniors with various vacancies in the town, allowing seniors to earn tax rebates on property tax bills. A set reimbursement amount allows seniors to earn a rebate of up to $750 off of their annual real estate tax in exchange for 69 volunteer hours.
Veterans Services Officer(781) 794-8217Every community in Massachusetts, including Braintree, has a Veterans Services Officer available to provide information and assistance. Veterans and their immediate family can find out about benefit programs for which they may qualify and get help with the application process. The Aid & Attendance benefit may be of particular interest since seniors who qualify may receive a cash stipend that can be used toward the cost of assisted living room and board.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Braintree

Braintree-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.

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