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Doolittle Home
16 Bird St, Foxboro, MA 02035
"Nestled in the historic district of Foxborough, MA, Doolittle Home is easily accessible via Interstate 95 and Boston Providence Highway. The..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Cambridge, MA below include 210 Assisted Living facilities with 1648 reviews. On average in Cambridge, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
To support you in your search, our Family Advisors are standing by to provide you with a free, no-obligation care and budget consultation.
We’ve spent hundreds of hours compiling helpful information below these listings, ranging from assisted living costs statistics of in Cambridge, to local laws & regulations in the area, to nearby services and programs that can help older adults in the community thrive, and more.
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Carleton-Willard Village, Inc.
100 Old Billerica Rd, Bedford, MA 01730
"Welcome Home… Carleton-Willard Village offers the very best in retirement living. Here, you’ll find an incredible variety of activities and ..."
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34 North Pearl Street , Brockton, MA 02301
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MORECushing Manor Csf Inc
20 Cushing Ave, Boston, MA 02125
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MOREMelville Rest Home
3 Melville Ave, Dorchester, MA 02124
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
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Whittaker Rest Home
46 Union St, South Weymouth, MA 02190
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MORESimon C. Fireman Community
640 N Main St, Randolph, MA 02368
"Simon C. Fireman Community in Randolph, MA offers independent, low income, non-denominational apartment living with onsite services that pro..."
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446 West St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
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Somerville Home For The Aged
117 Summer St, Somerville, MA 02143
"Our mission is to provide a safe and secure homelike environment for seniors while assuring dignity to and promoting the individual worth of..."
READ MOREFairmount Rest Home Inc
172 Fairmount Ave, Hyde Park, MA 02136
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MORESeth Mann 2
349 N Main St, Randolph, MA 02368
"Seth Mann 2 is a privately owned, nonprofit organization located in a peaceful setting in Randolph. The facility is situated close to Brockt..."
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Elizabeth Catherine Rest Home
27 Front St, Weymouth, MA 02188
"When it becomes apparent that living at home is no longer an option, the Elizabeth Catherine Rest Home is here for you and your loved ones. ..."
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Davenport Memorial Home
70 Salem St, Malden, MA 02148
"The Home is a non-profit charitable corporation operated by a Board of Trustees who work to provide a home where seniors live an elegant lif..."
READ MORESacred Heart Apartments
23 Hawley St, Lawrence, MA 01843
"Sacred Heart Apartments in Lawrence, Massachusetts, consists of three historic brick buildings that have been renovated to provide affordabl..."
READ MORECanton Estates
32 Neponset St, Canton, MA 02021
"Canton Estates, located in Canton, MA, is a senior living provider that caters to individuals looking for 55-plus communities. This communit..."
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Willowbrook Manor Rest Home
71 Union St, Millis, MA 02054
"Millis is a suburban town in the Charles River Valley and was incorporated in 1885. Two cotton mills were established there in 1805 and one ..."
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Oosterman's Rest Home
93 Laurel St, Melrose, MA 02176
"If you want to increase the quality of your life and enjoy professional care in a safe environment, Oosterman Rest Homes offers a high level..."
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374 Howard St, Lawrence, MA 01841
"The mission of The German Home (TGH), established by The German Ruth Society in 1902, is to provide a supervised, supportive and protective ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Cambridge, MA and Nearby Cities
Cambridge is one of the costliest surveyed cities in Massachusetts for assisted living, with monthly rates averaging $6,819. By comparison, the state norm is lower at $6,500, and the national average is $4,500. Monthly residential care costs in Barnstable Town are about $200 higher than in Cambridge. In Worcester, seniors pay an average of $5,685 per month for care, and in Springfield, care costs are about $1,800 less than in Cambridge. In Pittsfield, care costs are significantly lower than in Cambridge, averaging $2,048.
Cambridge
$6,819
Massachusetts
$6,500
United States
$4,500
Barnstable Town
$7,000
Pittsfield
$2,084
Springfield
$5,048
Worcester
$5,685
Paying for Assisted Living in Cambridge
In Cambridge, assisted living residents pay $6,819 per month for care, on average.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Cambridge
Government assistance is available to help seniors pay for assisted living in Cambridge. If you believe you're eligible, apply for financial assistance from Group Adult Foster Care and from Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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 Cambridge, MA
In Cambridge, assisted living residents pay an average of $6,819 per month for care. While this is about half the cost of nursing home care, which starts at $13,155 per month, other senior care options may be more affordable. Seniors who live at home and receive private custodial services pay, on average, $6,292 for in-home care, and specialized home health care costs around $6,244. Adult day health care is cheaper, providing potential monthly savings of $5,200 over the cost of assisted living.
In-Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living Facility
$6,819
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Note: Data for Cambridge was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boston, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Cambridge
Cambridge and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Cambridge, please visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Cambridge
Cambridge Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Massachusetts are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Reviewer RC#0110
5.0
Review of Cadbury Commons
I chose Cadbury Commons for my friend because of its location, it's clientele, its reputation, and I knew someone who is there, but it's not the least expensive from the ones I looked at. Their...
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Kate747528
4.0
Review of Cadbury Commons
Cadbury Commons was a lovely place with a very nice atmosphere. It's for intelligent people like my mother who love music and lots of good things. It was very welcoming with very nice amenities...
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Stuart5
5.0
Review of Cadbury Commons
We’re in Cadbury Commons. They offer mixed independent and assisted-living because my wife needs assisted living. The staff is wonderful; they are very friendly, very courteous, and competent, and...
