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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Everett, MA for 2024

Assisted living is a popular choice for seniors who struggle with everyday tasks but want to retain some independence. It takes care of residents’ daily needs and provides 24-hour support. Figures published in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey revealed that the average monthly fee for an assisted living placement in Everett is $6,100, which is only $15 more than the state average. The national average is $4,300. However, it should be noted that senior living costs in New England are traditionally much higher than national averages.

This guide covers costs for assisted living and other forms of care. It also discusses the pros and cons of living in Everett and lists some resources for seniors.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Everett

The Executive Office of Elder Affairs is ultimately responsible for overseeing assisted living communities in Everett and the rest of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Its duties include setting standards, ensuring facilities issued with licenses comply with those standards, and revoking licenses if the facilities fail to comply.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Everett

  • According to Sperling’s Best Places, the cost of living in Everett is significantly higher than the national average. If that average is 100, Everett is 135.5. However, since costs in New England are normally far above national averages, this figure needs to be treated with caution. It’s worth noting that Sperling also found that health costs in the city come in at 83.4 — much lower than the national average.
  • Hospitals in the Boston metro area are renowned for being some of the best in the world. Consequently, Everett’s seniors are never far from excellent medical care. Massachusetts General Hospital is only 15 minutes away. It’s ranked #6 in the country by U.S. News & World Report, while Brigham and Women’s Hospital, less than 25 minutes south, is #12.
  • Seniors in Everett and the surrounding cities can get free transportation in the area through Trip Metro North, a service provided by Mystic Valley Elder Services. Journeys can be for any purpose, such as medical appointments, shopping trips or visiting friends. Seniors initially pay the driver and are then reimbursed by check once a month.
  • Everett’s violent crime statistics don’t compare well when placed beside the state and national averages. Per 1,000 residents, the national median is 4, Massachusetts is 3.28 and Everett is 5.3. However, it should be noted that the elderly are least likely to be victims of violent crime. Property crime statistics aren’t as unfavorable. Per 1,000 residents, the national median is 21, while in Everett, it’s 13.58. 
  • Considering the location, Everett’s climate is reasonably beneficial to seniors. Although its 48 inches of snow (compared to the national average of 28) is concerning, the city also gets 200 sunny days a year, only five days below the average. It also gets regular highs of 82 degrees in the summer months.
  • Adults aged 65 and over by 31st December may be eligible for a $700 exemption on their tax return. 

Paying for Assisted Living in Everett

Seniors in Everett, MA, pay $6,100 per month for assisted living, but costs can vary, sometimes greatly, between cities and states, as the following figures show. 

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

There’s only $15 of a difference between the average assisted living costs in Everett and Massachusetts, at $6,100 and $6,085, respectively. Although both are above the national average of $4,300, senior living costs are typically higher in New England than in many other parts of the country. Barnstable has the most expensive assisted living costs in the state at $6,338, while Worcester is a more affordable $5,488. In New Hampshire, seniors typically pay $7,560, while in Providence, Rhode Island, $4,950 is the most affordable fee in the region.

Everett

$6,100

Massachusetts

$6,085

The United States

$4,300

Barnstable

$6,338

Worcester

$5,488

Manchester, NH

$7,560

Providence, RI

$4,950

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Adult day care is typically the most economical type of senior care. This is also true in Everett, where costs average  $1,782. Seniors who need home or home health care can get either for $5,720 monthly. Assisted living is the least expensive form of care that includes accommodation, with fees in the region of $6,100. Nursing homes are the most expensive. A semiprivate room in Everett is likely to be around $13,383, while a private room is $14,509.

Home care

$5,720

Home health care

$5,720

Adult day health care

$1,782

Assisted living

$6,100

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$13,383

Nursing home (private room)

$14,509

Note: Care cost data for Everett was not available, so data for the closest city, Boston, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Everett

Financial assistance may be available from federal and state programs to help eligible seniors in Everett pay for their assisted living residence fees. Group Adult Foster Care and the Senior Care Option are government programs available through Medicaid and Mass-Health.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Everett

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.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Everett

Seniors and their families have access to a range of resources offered by and within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The following are some that can help those considering assisted living.

ResourceContactService
SHINE Program(800) 243-4636SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) is a program for Medicare beneficiaries and those of an age where they can enroll in a plan. Trained counselors provide free advice and information about various Medicare plans in addition to unbiased details about private health care insurance that may benefit seniors. Consultations are confidential and typically conducted face-to-face. 
VA Aid and Attendance Benefits and Homebound Allowance(800) 827-1000The VA Aid and Attendance benefit and Homebound Allowance are payments made monthly to qualifying veterans of the U.S. military and their spouses. They are included with the VA pension to cover some costs for seniors in assisted living communities or those who receive home health care services. To see if they qualify, seniors can use the free tool on the VeteranAid.org website.
Assisted Living Ombudsman(617) 727-7750The Assisted Living Ombudsman is the voice of seniors residing in assisted living facilities in Massachusetts. The ombudsman’s role includes educating seniors about their rights and seeking resolutions in disputes between seniors and their care facilities. Additionally, the ombudsman can investigate complaints raised by residents’ families and provide them with data regarding complaints filed against facilities.
The Connolly Center(617) 394-2323The Connolly Center is managed by the City of Everett Council on Aging. It’s a place for seniors to go and socialize with friends and neighbors and join in activities designed to improve fitness and stimulate the mind. The center is also a hub for senior support services. Additionally, it provides hot lunches on weekdays.
MassHealth(800) 841-2900MassHealth is the name of the Medicaid program in Massachusetts. Under some circumstances, it can pay the assisted living costs of seniors in need of long-term health care. Those who fail to qualify may want to consider the Personal Care Attendant (PCA) program, which pays directly to the senior who then acts as a type of employer to the person who acts as their caregiver. The person can be a family member.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Everett

Everett-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.


Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Everett

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