Home to Harvard University and located just outside Boston, Cambridge has a population of over 118,000, with 11.3% being 65 and older. This is lower than the U.S. average of 16.8%. Cambridge offers easy access to medical care. The city has 371 physicians per 100,000, much higher than the national average of 210. It’s also home to CHA Cambridge Hospital, a Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospital, and Mount Auburn Hospital, which offers several specialties, including senior, cardiac and cancer care departments. The cost of nursing home care in Cambridge is higher than average. The median price is $13,155 per month for a semiprivate room, based on the Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey.
Seniors who need round-the-clock care could benefit from nursing home care, where they receive monitoring, medical services, medication management and various therapies. For older adults who only need help with things like personal care, assisted living is a residential alternative. Home care is also an option for people who prefer to live at home.
This guide covers nursing home care in Cambridge and features information on costs compared to other care options. It also provides local resources for seniors needing nursing home care.
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640 Concord Avenue , Cambridge, MA, 02138
"My mother came here for some short term rehab after she had a knee replacement. She was in alot of pain, but the nursing staff (specifically one named Susan) was always so helpful and caring. She helped my mother throughout the whole rehab process as..."
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799 Concord Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My Dad has been in and out of Rehab facilities and Nursing Homes for the better part of 10 years due to multiple conditions he suffers from. We have been admitted to many facilities but none of them - NOT ONE - can come close to the high quality a..."
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34 Agassiz Avenue, Belmont, MA, 02478
4.5
(11 reviews)
"After a 94- year run, our mother passed after a life well lived. She left behind a great legacy and loving family of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Like many in her situation, the last several years of her life included health chall..."
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90 Greenwood Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
5.0
(3 reviews)
"The rooms are good size and clean. The food is very good. The staff shows true caring for their residents...."
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2 Seaport Drive , Quincy, MA, 02171
5.0
(2 reviews)
" My mom went to Marina Bay for rehab. after being discharged by Cape Cod Hospital without necessary cardiac care. From the first phone call confirming my mom had arrived and was settled in to the call the next day from her on site physician, Dr. Ost..."
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91 Crest Avenue, Chelsea, MA, 02150
5.0
(2 reviews)
"The tour at Chelsea Soldiers' Home was excellent. The guy giving the tour took his time with us and showed us all of the amenities. It's just immaculately clean and it's a fresh, modern living environment. The rooms are private and they're good sized..."
READ MORE66 Newton Street , Waltham, MA, 02453
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My friend is in Maristhill Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She's doing well there. It's very good. They're taking great care of her and she's actually doing much better. I think they have about 100 patients. The building is four floors, and she has ..."
READ MORE30 Watertown Street , Lexington, MA, 02420
5.0
(2 reviews)
"I'm very impressed with the staff of Pine Knoll nursing center.They are amazing people with a deep commitment to the people who live there and I want to expressed my great gratitude to them! I will never forget their love and devotion to my mom Dinka..."
READ MORE165 Captains Row, Chelsea, MA, 02150
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I would give Leonard Florence Center for Living an A in everything. I went to visit my brother-in-law. It's primarily a Jewish nursing home and it's transitional. People go there as nursing home residents and then some of them go into assisted living..."
READ MORE11 North Street, Stoneham, MA 02180, Stoneham, MA, 02180
4.0
(11 reviews)
"My aunt is now in Bear Hill Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. They gave us a virtual tour, and we heard good recommendations. It's also close to where we live. She moved in the last week of November. My experience with it is good. She likes it. So f..."
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59 Coolidge Hill Rd, Watertown, MA, 02472
3.8
(12 reviews)
"The staff here are so accommodating to our needs. They are always listening, and try their hardest to make every single bit of your loved ones stay here so important. Whenever I come to visit, I always see the staff going from person to person to mak..."
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120 Seminary Avenue, Newton, MA, 02466
"In the time of Covid 19, there are many safety precautions set up. Each patient is the only one in the room. Staff wear safety PPE and change it after taking care of each patient. Staff are friendly and professional. The Activity staff offers newspap..."
READ MORE120 Shawmut Avenue, Boston, MA, 02118
4.5
(2 reviews)
"This clinic is reccommended mainly for patients who doesnt speak much English and is located in Chinatown. It is a nice little place for doctors to watch over and check patients. It's a small clinic, but there are all sorts of doctors there, like car..."
READ MORE20 Kinmonth Road , Waban, MA, 02468
4.5
(2 reviews)
"I can not say enough great things about Waban Health Center. The nursing and rehab staff were excellent, my mother had a great experience and we will be returning their if she needs skilled care in the future. In addition the staff was great when we ..."
READ MORE1 Bathol Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My mother in law is at this facility and i appreciate everything that they do for her. They take the time to spend quality time with the patients and reassure them. ..."
READ MORE277 Elliot Street, Newton Upper Falls, MA, 02464
4.3
(3 reviews)
"Stone Rehabilitation & Senior Living is a smallish home. We like that they have private rooms and that it's a convenient location for all of us to visit my mother. They had the services that we required for her, as far as being close to the hospital ..."
READ MORE204 Proctor Avenue , Revere, MA, 02151
3.5
(10 reviews)
"I loved this facility. That staff are warm and friendly! I really enjoy how if ever had a question, I could easily go to anyone without any issues. I am having my loved one coming back! Thank you for all you do!..."
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120 MURRAY STREET, Medford, MA, 02155
3.4
(11 reviews)
"Genisis has been in touch, I hope the results of my communication are good. Giving best care to folks at Glen Ridge. Medford. All I want. My Aunt not crying on the phone. Again. It is very easy for folks to get lax in their attention to patients. B..."
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130 Dorchester Avenue , Boston, MA, 02127
4.0
(3 reviews)
"i was a rehab patient at marian manor for 4 1/2 weeks. they took good care of me. i would go there again. ..."
READ MORESeniors in Cambridge pay a median rate of $13,155 for semiprivate nursing home rooms and $14,402 for private rooms each month.
The average cost of nursing home care in Cambridge is among the highest in the state. It exceeds the Massachusetts average by more than $500 and the national average by more than $5,000. Looking at other cities across the state, Springfield is right at the state average and about $500 cheaper than Cambridge, and Barnstable Town is also about $300 less expensive. Worcester typically costs about $1,300 less per month, and Pittsfield, where costs are about $1,750 less than in Cambridge, is one of the cheapest cities in the state to find nursing care.
Cambridge
$13,155
Massachusetts
$12,623
United States
$7,908
Worcester
$11,863
Springfield
$12,623
Pittsfield
$11,406
Barnstable Town
$12,836
Nursing home care is the most expensive care option for seniors. Those who require less care can save money with assisted living, which usually costs around $6,336 less per month. Older adults who want to stay at home can save even more money. Home care typically costs $6,292, and home health care runs around $6,244. The most affordable option is adult day health care at $1,614 per month.
In-Home Care
$6,292
Home Health Care
$6,244
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living Facility
$6,819
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$13,155
Nursing Home (private room)
$14,402
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.
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.
While the cost of nursing home care in Cambridge is high, seniors have access to several agencies that can help. These agencies advocate on behalf of seniors and help them make long-term care choices. They can also help seniors find benefits to help cover care costs. The chart below highlights some of the local places where seniors can find help.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Council on Aging | (617) 349-6220 | The Cambridge Council on Aging falls under the Department of Human Services program and serves adults ages 60 and older. In addition to two senior centers, the agency offers Medicare consultations and referrals for senior programs that promote health, wellness and safety. |
| Somerville Cambridge Elder Services | (617) 628-2601 | This nonprofit offers a wide range of services, including advice, information, caregiver support and health and wellness programs. Seniors can also receive referrals for care options, and the Elder Protective Services program aims to deal with the abuse and neglect of older adults. |
| Paine Senior Services | (617) 864-2580 | Available to seniors ages 60 and older, this nonprofit organization helps families and their loved ones learn about the resources, services and benefits that can help support the elderly as they age. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (781) 586-8548 | Residents of long-term care facilities in Cambridge can get help from the state's long-term care ombudsman program through Greater Lynn Senior Services. This free program allows seniors to file complaints about the care they receive in nursing homes. |
| Door2Door Transportation | (617) 625-1191 | Cambridge residents ages 60 and older can receive door-to-door transportation for nonemergency medical appointments for a small, voluntary donation. The service uses vans with wheelchair lifts, and the drivers help passengers to the doors of all destinations. |
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Marley Tyson
5
Review of Sancta Maria Adult Day Health Program
My Dad has been in and out of Rehab facilities and Nursing Homes for the better part of 10 years due to multiple conditions he suffers from. We have been admitted to many facilities but none of...
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Norrinne's 4-ever daughter
1
Review of Neville Center at Fresh Pond for Nursing & Rehab
My Mom was in this place for back surgery rehab. If I read these reviews, before she went, SHE WOULD NEVER HAVE WENT. She was there from Feb. 28, 2020 - April 8, off and on,because she contracted...
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Just 4 hours was all it took, that was enough to know to get out
1
Review of Neville Center at Fresh Pond for Nursing & Rehab
This place is terrible,my father who is 84 yrs old was taken here after being discharged from Mass General Hospital, Boston with Covid-19. He spent 15 days there and barely escaped going to ICU...
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