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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Brockton, MA for 2024

Brockton is a suburb of Boston that was nicknamed the “City of Champions” due to its rich sports history.  The city has over 95,000 residents, with 13.1% aged 65 and over, which is lower than the national average of 16.5%. Seniors living in Brockton have access to three local area hospitals, including Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital, Brockton VA Medical Center and Good Samaritan Medical Center, which has a senior behavioral health unit to provide psychiatric services to older adults for conditions related to mental health-related conditions, such as depression or dementia.

Nursing home costs in Brockton are relatively high, according to the  2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. A semiprivate room in a Brockton nursing home costs $9,733 per month on average, compared to the national average of $7,756 a month. Those who need ongoing medical support plus 24-hour supervision and care provided by skilled nurses and aides often need nursing home care. However, some may find home health care and other in-home services  or assisted living more appropriate.

This guide offers a comparison of the different care types available in Brockton as well as a number of resources to help area seniors.

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Nursing Home Costs in Brockton, MA

The average cost of a nursing home in Brockton is $9,733 per month for a semiprivate room. A private room averages $10,646 monthly.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

When comparing nursing home costs in Brockton for a semiprivate room with the average U.S. city, the rates in Brockton are $1,977 more expensive per month, but this is still lower than the Massachusetts average of $12,623. The surrounding cities of Springfield ($11,568), Worcester ($12,486) and Barnstable ($13,326) are all significantly higher, as well, with Boston ($13,383), the most populous city in Massachusetts, being the most expensive in the state, more than $3,500 pricier on average than Brockton.

Brockton

$9,733

Massachusetts

$12,623

The United States

$7,756

Springfield

$11,568

Worcester

$12,486

Barnstable

$13,326

Boston

$13,383

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

It’s also helpful to compare other senior care options with nursing home costs in Brockton. The least expensive is adult day care in Brockton, which averages $1,636 a month. Next, in terms of pricing, comes an assisted living facility at $4,950 monthly. Many seniors prefer to remain living in their own homes for as long as possible, with home care and home health care averaging $5,529 and $5,815 a month, respectively. When compared to nursing home costs in Brockton, other senior care options are much less costly.

Home care

$5,529

Home health care

$5,815

Adult day health care

$1,636

Assisted living

$4,950

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$9,733

Nursing home (private room)

$10,646

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Brockton, MA

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free Resources for Seniors in Brockton, MA

The free resources below may be useful to seniors living in Brockton. These services provide assistance to those who wish to continue living at home but can use a bit of assistance in different areas of life. Some resources are also useful in delaying a transition to a nursing home setting.

ResourceContactService
Brockton Council on Aging(508) 580-7811This branch of Brockton’s city government assesses senior residents’ needs and provides programs and services to improve their quality of life. Services include a variety of scheduled fitness exercise programs, educational speakers, outings, concerts and boxed lunches. 
Old Colony Elder Services (OCES)(508) 584-1561OCES is a nonprofit organization that supports the independence of older adults by providing a variety of services and programs, with its headquarters in Brockton. It’s a Meals on Wheels America member that offers healthy meals planned by registered dieticians to be delivered to seniors’ homes in Brockton. OCES also provides in-home assessments to help determine senior citizens’ needs for support, from home health aides to minor home repairs. The organization also provides money management services, family caregiver support and housing alternatives.
Dorn Davies Senior Center(508) 583-2517This friendly senior center helps involve seniors in social activities and programs in a vibrant, warm atmosphere. Health and educational programs, caregiver respite for daytime supervision and supportive services are provided, as well as a monthly speaker’s forum.

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Review of Guardian Center

I visited The Guardian Nursing Facility recently. I found the Staff very friendly and helpful. The building is clean and taken care of. It is bright and cheerful. All my questions were...

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derry

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

Review of Baypointe Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center

Clean, pleasant looking facility. Level of care is probably adequate. However, patients are not treated with the level of respect they deserve. Staff is rushed, and often uncaring. No real abuse...

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Zeeker

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

Review of Guardian Center

My older friend seemed to be neglected and staff did not try to understand his needs. I found him the first time alone in a very hot room without A/C and without a phone, water, or anything within...

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