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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Newburyport, MA for 2024

Newburyport is a small coastal city north of Boston. Of the total population of 18,289, seniors make up 20.5%. As a historic sailing center, this picturesque town is both popular with tourists and boasts many amenities for seniors who settle in the area. The community is well-served by Anna Jacques Hospital and Cancer Center (part of Beth Israel Lahey Health). Additionally, some of the state’s, and the country’s, best medical facilities, such as Massachusetts General Hospital and Tufts Medical Center, with cardiology and geriatrics specialties, are just a few miles away in Boston.

Many of Newburyport’s vulnerable aging demographic may eventually require Nursing Home Care. This type of care provides medical and personal assistance to residents in a facility around the clock. Because it is the most expensive form of care, averaging $14,402 per month in Newburyport, seniors who need less intensive support may want to investigate home health care or assisted living options instead.

This guide offers insights, information and resource listings aimed at seniors requiring or considering nursing home care in Newburyport, MA, and their families.

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Nursing Home Costs in Newburyport, MA

In Newburyport, Nursing Home Care is quite expensive, though costs may vary from facility to facility. The average monthly cost is $13,155 for a semi-private room and $14,402 for a private room. 

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Across the state of Massachusetts, Nursing Home Care averages $12,623 a month for care in a semi-private room. This is substantially higher than the national average of $7,908 per month. Monthly averages are lower in some Massachusetts centers such as Springfield where Nursing Home Care costs $12,623 and Barnstable, which costs $12,836. Costs are lower still away from the coast in Pittsfield where it averages $11,406 per month and Worcester where it averages $11,863.

Newburyport

$13,155

Massachusetts

$12,623

The United States

$7,908

Springfield

$12,623

Pittsfield

$11,406

Worcester

$11,863

Barnstable

$12,836

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Nursing Home Care is the most expensive form of senior care and it’s for residents who need some form of medical and personal care 24/7. Assisted Living in a communal facility is much less costly at an average of $6,819 per month in Newburyport. In-Home Care, which does not have a medical component and Home Health, which does, cost an average of $6,292 and $6,244 respectively. The least expensive form of senior care is Adult Day Health Care at $1,614 per month on average.  

In-Home Care

$6,819

Home Health Care

$6,244

Adult Day Health Care

$1,614

Assisted Living

$6,819

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$13,155

Nursing Home (private room)

$14,402

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Newburyport, 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 Newburyport, MA

Seniors requiring or considering Nursing Home Care have a number of resources for information or assistance. These free resources are available to seniors living in Newburyport, or nearby.

ResourceContactService
Newburyport Council on Aging(978) 462-0430The Council operates the Community Senior Center in Newburyport and offers a range of services and programs for seniors at various stages of their aging journey. They also run Meals on Wheels and grocery pick-up programs.
Long-term Care Ombudsman(617)727-7750An important advocate for the most vulnerable members of society, the Ombudsman's Office investigates and resolves problems related to the health, welfare and rights of individuals living in nursing homes, and assisted living residences. Ombudsmen regularly visit facilities in person to meet with individual residents or groups and resolve conflicts in a timely manner.
AgeSpan(800)892-0890AgeSpan is a non-profit dedicated to helping people in northeast Massachusetts as they age with a number of services and programs. As one of 25 Massachusetts Aging Services Access Points, AgeSpan serves as an information and referral hub, advocates for resident seniors and provides counseling.
SHINE(978) 462-0430Standing for "Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone", SHINE fields three volunteer counselors in the Newburyport area. They can assist with applications for prescription drug programs, Medicare and MassHealth, as well as provide information about the benefits of health insurance programs and health maintenance organizations.

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Bernadette

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

Review of Country Center for Health and Rehabilitation

My husband moved into Country Center for Health and Rehabilitation. I chose it because it has a good reputation. Right now, he's in a room by himself. But there is another bed there that's not...

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Lori

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

Review of Port Healthcare Center

My mom is currently at Port Healthcare Center. They've been fantastic. The staff members are very caring and very supportive. The facility is beautiful and well-kept. The maintenance department is...

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Heather

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

Review of Country Center for Health and Rehabilitation

My mother is at the Country Center for Health and Rehabilitation Newburyport. The upkeep and the cleanliness are above average. She shares a room with another woman. They keep the room spotless....

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