Assisted Living Communities in Framingham, Massachusetts

Located about 20 miles west of Boston, Framingham, MA, and its surrounding area hosts 210 assisted living facilities that help seniors maintain independence and access social opportunities....

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Bryan

4.0

April 7, 2025

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Cushing Park

We toured Brookdale Cushing Park. I like that it was good, clean, and well-organized. The rooms were a nice size. The person presenting did a good job. We saw the food, and it looked good. They had...

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Jonathan

4.0

August 15, 2024

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Cushing Park

We toured Brookdale Cushing Park. The staff was very friendly. The facilities were nice. We didn't object to anything. It didn't have the warmth and coziness we detected in the other community. One...

Assisted Living

Jen

5.0

April 4, 2024

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Mary Ann Morse at Heritage

I looked at three or four places, and I thought that Mary Ann Morse at Heritage seemed pretty homey, and the room size was good. A lot of the places I saw only had a studio or a bedroom, and I felt...

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

According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living providers in Framingham charge $1,400 more than the national median. Seniors reduce these expenses by considering nearby alternatives such as Springfield, where care costs $6,368. However, they face steeper expenses in Barnstable, where care costs $3,033 more than in Framingham. Worcester offers comparable living expenses to Framingham, with assisted living costing $6,906.

Framingham

$6,750

Massachusetts

$7,120

United States

$5,350

Barnstable

$9,783

Worcester

$6,906

Springfield

$6,368

Pittsfield

$9,825

Paying for Assisted Living in Framingham

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Framingham

Eligible seniors in the Framingham area can apply for state-funded financial assistance to help pay for assisted living costs. Two government programs are offered: Group Adult Foster Care and 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 Framingham, MA

Seniors pay $7,394 more for a semi-private room in a nursing home than for assisted living, making this type of care Framingham's most expensive. On the other end of the spectrum, adult day care costs $4,107 less than assisted living. Home care and home health care charge $305 and $686 more, respectively, than assisted living for seniors who prefer to live at home.

In-Home Care

$7,055

Home Health Care

$7,436

Adult Day Health Care

$2,643

Assisted Living Facility

$6,750

Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)

$14,144

Note: Since data for Framingham is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Boston, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Framingham

Framingham has several free resources for seniors aimed at helping enhance their quality of life. Some programs help seniors find government benefits to help them, while others provide social opportunities or valuable educational resources.

Resource	Contact	Service
Assisted Living Ombudsman	(617) 727-7750	The State Long Term Care Ombudsman Office oversees the living conditions and care of residents in assisted living communities. They receive complaints filed by residents or their families and refer these complaints to the appropriate organizations. Ombudsman representatives can also help families find the right choice for assisted living by giving an honest assessment of the benefits and drawbacks of each one.
Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging	(508) 852-5539	The regional Agency on Aging (AAA) administers programs to enhance the lives of area seniors. Some programs include nutrition and health information, including help with meal preparation and deliveries. Other programs provide information about health issues that affect seniors, such as early-onset dementia or fall prevention. The agency also funds senior citizens centers, which give the elderly a place for socialization and fun.
Greater Boston Legal Services	(617) 371-1234	Area lawyers donate their services to low-income seniors who cannot afford their own representation in civil matters. These lawyers can help file for divorce or bankruptcy and draft legal documents to protect their finances, such as power of attorney, living wills, trusts and wills.
Boston Vet Center	(617) 424-0665	Military veterans may receive help from the Vet Center to file claims with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and appeal decisions made by that agency. Representatives can help veterans apply for their benefits and pensions, including the Aid & Attendance benefit, which can help pay for assisted living. Counseling for topics such as grief and PTSD is also offered.
Natick Community-Senior Center	(508) 647-6540	The Natick Community Senior Center offers elderly residents a place to gather and socialize, with weekday lunches and activities, plus games like Bingo and bridge, space for hobby groups or book club meetings. The Natick Senior Center also organizes group outings for seniors as well as holiday and birthday celebrations on-site.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Framingham

Framingham-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.