Assisted Living Communities in Framingham, Massachusetts
Located about 20 miles west of Boston, Framingham, MA, and its surrounding area hosts 211 assisted living facilities that help seniors maintain independence and access social opportunities. While assisted living costs $7,120 in Massachusetts, seniors pay a 2024 median of only $6,750 in Framingham. However, expenses still greatly exceed the $5,350 midpoint range retirees pay nationally.
Read 1715 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in our directory to learn more about the retirement options you're considering. Facilities in Framingham earn average ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars out of 5 stars.
"Manor on the Hill was a wonderful place. It's very clean and the people were wonderful. The young lady's name was Kim, who gave me the tour, and she's wonderful. I was very happy and very impressed with the place...."
"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..."
"I went to Brookdale Eddy Pond East. The tour was very good. In fact, we've been there twice. I went by myself, and then I took my mother.
It was very nice. They were very personable. It was very clean. I enjoyed it. I have nothing bad to say about ..."
"We visited Traditions of Dedham and we liked it. The caregivers were very personable. The people that live there seemed very happy. There were a lot of activities. The food looked really good, and they seemed to be happy with that. It was clean. They..."
"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 ..."
"My mom is in the memory care unit at The Residence at Five Corners. They seem to have nice accommodations. They have very large, airy rooms with lots of windows and light. It is a very clean and newer facility. We like the ratio of people working the..."
"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..."
"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..."
"I liked Chestnut Park at Cleveland Circle a lot. I found it more attractive in terms of the furnishing. It's sunnier. It's tucked away and quiet. It has some nice outdoor spaces. The activity programming looked pretty good. The memory care was far su..."
"My husband will be moving into Benchmark Senior Living at Leominster Crossings. We chose it because it had a very high level of care. It's a small facility. They have 50 residents at the most, and that includes assisted living and memory care. It see..."
"Rivercourt Residences was beautiful. I like the location because I live in Groton. What stood out is it seems so fresh, new, and welcoming. The cookies they gave me were good, too. It was a chocolate chip cookie, and it was delicious. It was freshly ..."
"The tour I had at Brookdale Attleboro was great. The staff was really friendly. We met someone at reception. She met us right away then she introduced us to Karen, the director of admissions. We got a tour of the common areas and I thought they were ..."
"My husband moved in at Sunrise of Braintree. I haven't been able to eat with him, but he complains the food isn't too good. But other than that, everything else seems to be fine. The staff that I met is fine. He likes to read and he likes to watch te..."
"Maplewood is a lovely, warm and inviting assisted living facility. My mother-in-law moved into Maplewood about three months ago and we have been so impressed with every aspect of the community. The physical campus is beautiful and includes very well ..."
"My father is in Blaire House of Milford Assisted Living. One of the reasons we chose it is his age and the fact that it does have a nursing home attached to it if he needs to go from assisted to nursing care. It's clean, and it's smaller. There's alw..."
"If you're looking for assisted living for yourself or a loved one you should definitely check out Chelmsford Crossings.
Mom loves it there. Between the room, staff, food, and friends she has made she's very happy.
I love how friendly everyone the..."
"It felt like a home that I would live in myself. They have a kitchen on every floor of the building and a hometown type dining room on the first floor. There's no alcohol and no smoking, which I approve of. The person who accommodated us during the t..."
"Very friendly atmosphere. Helpful staff, confident that they care for their residents & know them all by name. Very clean & well kept rooms & bright dining rooms. Safe feeling, nice areas to go outdoors. Staff are kind & cheerful people, always showi..."
"I saw the Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn. I thought the facility was wonderful. The woman who gave us the tour was great. They had a lot to offer. The one I interacted with seemed lovely. They had a lovely courtyard. A group had just come back fro..."
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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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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...
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...
I had a problem with the living situation at The Branches of Framingham. It's like you would walk into almost like an alcove, and it would split off into two bedrooms from there, and I didn't like...