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Assisted Living Communities in Lowell, Massachusetts

Positioned where the Merrimack and Concord Rivers meet, Lowell sits about 30 miles northwest of Boston in Middlesex County. As of 2024, seniors in this city spend around $7,275 monthly on assisted living, and they have 189 facilities to choose from within the city and adjacent communities. Local care costs track almost $2,000 above the national norm and about $160 over the state median.

Our directory contains 1510 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in Lowell to help you compare local long-term care options. This feedback indicates a typical quality score of 3.2 out of 5 stars stars.

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

According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living costs in Lowell come in at around $7,275 per month, which tracks higher than the respective state and national medians of $7,120 and $5,350. While local fees compare favorably to rates in Pittsfield, where facilities charge about $9,825, other cities in Massachusetts have more economical rates. For example, seniors in Springfield pay approximately $6,368. 

Lowell

$7,275

Massachusetts

$7,120

The United States

$5,350

Pittsfield

$9,825

Springfield

$6,368

Worcester

$6,906

Boston

$6,750

Paying for Assisted Living in Lowell, MA

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lowell

Eligible seniors in the Lowell 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 Lowell, MA

Assisted living costs in Lowell come in at around $7,275 per month. By comparison, nursing home fees run thousands of dollars higher at approximately $12,015 for semi-private rooms, and seniors who need basic medical support at home pay about $7,627 for home health care. However, agencies charge lower rates of around $5,720 for in-home care, and adult day health care facilities charge roughly $2,015.

Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$7,627

Adult Day Health Care

$2,015

Assisted Living Facility

$7,275

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$12,015

Note: Since data for Lowell is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Manchester, NH, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Lowell

Seniors considering moving into an assisted living facility in Lowell may find it useful to speak to local government organizations and nonprofits for advice about the support available to them. Many organizations offer benefits counseling, wellness programs and other support free of charge or for a small fee.

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Central Massachusetts Area Agency on Aging(800) 244-3032The Central Massachusetts Area Agency on Aging oversees a variety of support services for older adults. It runs the long-term care ombudsman, as well as caregiver support and elder abuse programs. The agency also maintains a database of other senior resources and support organizations. Many of the programs run by the AAA are delivered free of charge to eligible seniors.
SHINE Massachusetts(800) 243-4636SHINE Massachusetts provides free Medicare advice to seniors in Massachusetts. It offers unbiased guidance and education about Medicare plans and providers, helping older adults understand their options and choose the Medicare coverage best suited for their needs. In addition to telephone-based support, SHINE Massachusetts also runs regular educational sessions.
Lowell Veteran's Services(978) 674-4066The Veteran's Services department receives applications for veterans' benefits and provides other financial support and assistance with medical issues for veterans and their dependents. The department also assists with claims for various federal and state benefits and may be able to advise about financial support available to veterans that could offset all or part of the cost of assisted living.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lowell

Lowell-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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Kathy Dolan

I visited this facility

Review of Merrimack River Valley House

I am happy to have had the pleasure of working at this facility. God Bless all of the staff and residents as they go through this time of transition. Best to each and every one during the upcoming...

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jlleighton1

I visited this facility

Review of Merrimack River Valley House

After touring a half-dozen assisted living facilities in the Merrimack Valley, we had become used to seeing the same things at each location: large seating areas, activity spaces, dining rooms...

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chezypoof16

I am a friend or relative of a resident

Review of Merrimack River Valley House

When I visited her there was a good community feel to the facility. She was able to have a social life with her peers that was unavailable to her when she lived in her own apartment. It was also...

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