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Assisted Living Communities in Somerville, Massachusetts

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

The average cost of assisted living in Somerville is $6,819 per month. This is on the high end for the state, at 4.9% more than the Massachusetts average. Somerville is also more expensive than most places in the country, with rates exceeding the national average by 34%. Even more pricey is nearby Falmouth, where seniors pay an average of $7,000 per month. Worcester and Springfield are more affordable options, costing $5,685 and $5,048 respectively. Seniors looking to minimize spending on accommodations might consider Pittsfield, where monthly assisted living costs are almost 70% lower than in Somerville.

Somerville

$6,819

Massachusetts

$6,500

United States

$4,500

Falmouth

$7,000

Worcester

$5,685

Springfield

$5,048

Pittsfield

$2,084

Paying for Assisted Living in Somerville

In Somerville, seniors pay an average of $6,819 per month for assisted living.

 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Somerville

Two government programs — Group Adult Foster Care and Supplemental Security Income Category G — may be available to help eligible seniors in Somerville pay for assisted living.

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 Somerville, MA

The most affordable form of senior care in Somerville is adult day health care, at an average rate of $1,614 per month. In-home care, costing $6,292, and home health care, at $6,244, provide services similar to an assisted living facility but in a senior’s own home. However, the monthly average cost for each of those options is typically calculated at an hourly rate for a 44-hour week. Nursing home care at $13,155 for a semiprivate room is the most expensive type of senior care — 92.9% more expensive than 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 Somerville was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boston, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Somerville

Somerville 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 Somerville, please visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Somerville

Somerville 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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sograteful

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

Review of Visiting Nurse Assisted Living Community

My mother moved to the VNA Residence on Lowell Street a bit over two years ago and the sparkle has returned to her eyes and spirit thanks to the care and respect and beauty that surrounds her...

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acassesso

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

Review of Visiting Nurse Assisted Living Community

My husband's dad was a guest at the Somerville VNA facility for over a year. We found the entire staff to be highly professional offering caring and compassionate assistance to not only my...

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Percolini

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

Review of Visiting Nurse Assisted Living Community

I can't say enough about the quality of care and compassion that was afforded my step-father during his year-long stay at this facility prior to his passing. He suffered from early onset dementia...

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