Located about 20 miles west of Boston, Framingham, MA, and its surrounding area hosts 24 assisted living facilities that help seniors maintain independence and access social opportunities. While assisted living costs $7,120 in Massachusetts, seniors pay a 2024 median of only $6,750 in Framingham. However, expenses still greatly exceed the $5,350 midpoint range retirees pay nationally.
Read 409 reviews reviews of assisted living communities in our directory to learn more about the retirement options you're considering. Facilities in Framingham earn average ratings of 4.2 out of 5 stars out of 5 stars.
CARING STARS WINNER
300 West Farm Pond Road, Framingham, MA 01702
4.1
(38 reviews)
"Brookdale Cushing Park was wonderful. The person who gave us the tour was very thorough in giving us information. They showed us several different styles of apartments that might work for my parents. We were able to talk with the people, and it was g..."
$4,320
518 Pleasant Street, Framingham, MA 01701
4.6
(8 reviews)
"The tour at The Branches of Framingham was excellent, and the lady that was running it was excellent. The staff was friendly, courteous, and very welcoming. We got to taste the food and we got to meet the cook. Everything was good. They had a new che..."
$6,890
CARING STARS WINNER
747 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701
4.5
(17 reviews)
"I looked at three or four places, and I thought that Mary Ann Morse at Heritage seemed pretty homey, and the room size was good. A lot of the places I saw only had a studio or a bedroom, and I felt like that would be too much of a transition coming f..."
$5,010
933 Central Street, Framingham, MA 01701
4.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at Carmel Terrace Assisted Living seemed really nice. They had one-bedrooms that were a decent size. It just was a little bit more old fashioned. They definitely could do more with making it a little more modern, like there were heavy drape..."
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85 Beaumont Dr, Northbridge, MA 01534
5.0
AdviniaCare Northbridge, nestled at 85 Beaumont Drive in Northbridge, MA, is a mid‑sized assisted living and skilled nursing community offering 181 licensed beds—27 dedicated to assisted living and 154 to nursing care. Apartments include studio and one‑bedroom layouts, each thoughtfully designed with kitchenettes, private patios or balconies, emergency call systems, air conditioning, and garden views for resident comfort and autonomy. The community also serves a diverse population, offering services such as kosher meals, hospice care, and respite stays, with multilingual staff fluent in English, French, and Spanish Residents enjoy a vibrant mix of daily amenities that enrich both life and wellbeing. From restaurant‑style dining in elegant communal rooms to weekly seasonal cookouts, there’s always an opportunity to socialize and savor quality meals prepared by professional chefs. The on‑site beauty/barber shop, library, game and arts & crafts rooms, indoor atrium, raised garden beds, and laundry and housekeeping services all combine to foster a homelike, maintenance‑free lifestyle. Transportation, private parking, pets, and high‑speed internet further support independent living. What sets AdviniaCare Northbridge apart is its deep staffing and safety expertise, complemented by an attentive team praised for being "wonderful and helpful" and maintaining a clean, fresh environment. With a 7.5/10 rating from residents, the community’s leadership emphasizes responsive care, although some have noted room for improvement in customer relations. Safety features—including fire and smoke protocols in skilled nursing—are stringently adhered to. Nearby, residents can explore the scenic Blackstone Valley, local shops, and parks, with ample regular excursions for shopping, dining out, and cultural outings—an ideal blend of comfort, community, and convenience. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Facility Licensure and Certification
$5,100
369 Pond Street, Ashland, MA 01721
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Mom was at The Residence at Valley Farm for respite care. Everything from the food, the professionalism and friendliness of the staff, and the cleanliness of the place were all good. I've tried a meal once and it was pretty good. Mom's room was very ..."
$4,335
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119 E Central St, Natick, MA 01760
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We toured The Residence at Natick South. It has a very beautiful, elegant, and very formal setting. It required furnishing for even a short-term rehab stay. They did not provide a television. They had a white linen dinner every night, a well-appointe..."
$5,500
206 Waltham St, West Newton, MA 02465
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Scandinavian Living Center was an absolutely lovely facility. Great staff, beautiful, lots of recreational and educational opportunities, and good food. It had beautiful rooms, small, intimate settings. You name it, they have it: music, dance, games,..."
$7,800
40 Clapboardtree Street, Norwood, MA 02062
5.0
(5 reviews)
"I toured Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree. It's a very nice place, but they didn't have an opening for my mother and father to live together, which is a very big part of it. They've been married for 62 years, and they want to be together. The..."
$7,500
1 Del Pond Drive, Canton, MA 02021
5.0
(10 reviews)
"Orchard Cove was second on our list. Our tour was a very good experience. The facility was clean. The community was welcoming. The staff person who toured us was very knowledgeable and very responsive to our questions. We were very impressed with it...."
$4,555
224 Salem Street, Swampscott, MA 01907
5.0
(5 reviews)
"We had a very good experience at The Residence at Vinnin Square. It's beautiful. Everything was nice. It was open. It was airy. It didn't smell. There's a lot of light in there. The layout was good. I don't have anything bad to say. The staff was ver..."
$6,810
CARING STARS WINNER
102 Randolph Road, Worcester, MA 01606
4.9
(86 reviews)
"The staff is wonderful. They are very attentive and involved with the residents. There is an entertainer every afternoon. The owner is often walking around the place with his dog. He is very approachable and visible. The nursing staff is caring and g..."
$9,000
CARING STARS WINNER
101 Randolph Road, Worcester, MA 01606
4.9
(81 reviews)
"I love how Dodge Park takes care of mom. Her room and the rest of the residence is kept very clean, and the staff is wonderful. They understand how to communicate with her and they always let me know if anything different is happening...."
$9,900
235 Gould Street, Needham, MA 02494
4.8
(7 reviews)
"I had moved into Wingate Residences at Needham, but I had to move out again, not that I got sick and nobody around me got sick, but I knew I'd be in lockdown in their senior living and that would defeat the purpose of my living there, so I moved back..."
$6,375
20 Summer Street, Watertown, MA 02472
4.8
(11 reviews)
"We toured The Residence at Watertown Square. It looked like the floors and walls were in very good physical condition. It didn't look like it was beaten up, with people walking around with walkers and wheelchairs. So, it was in pretty good shape. I..."
$5,665
30 Ledgeview Way, Wrentham, MA 02093
4.8
(11 reviews)
"My mom moved into All American Assisted Living at Wrentham. I chose it because it was like the first one I went to, it was close to my house, and it was very clean. Everybody there is awesome. My mother has not complained about the food. She eats eve..."
$4,400
75 Norumbega Road, Weston, MA 02493
4.8
(5 reviews)
"The staff at Epoch has been phenomenal. They have gone out of their way to be present every day in my mother's life, from physical care to encouraging her to engage in activities making a point of getting her out of her room. My family could not be h..."
$6,995
391 Common Street, Dedham, MA 02026
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My friend has moved here. It has the perfect size apartment for her. They're wonderful staff. They're supportive and caring. She can get outside and walk on her own. She is near a close friend who can come over frequently when needed. Food is okay. T..."
$5,495
CARING STARS WINNER
92 West Street, Wilmington, MA 01887
4.8
(20 reviews)
"We were directed to Windsor Place by a Care Patrol employee. From my first phone call to Sandra and virtual tour, I got a good feeling about this facility. They were very a ccomodating about a month of respite care while we looked for a permanent h..."
$6,075
CARING STARS WINNER
40 Robert F. Toner Blvd, Attleboro Falls, MA 02763
4.8
(21 reviews)
"The rooms are modern and comfortable. The food is very well prepared. I would expect nothing less for my mother. The staff however, is beyond compare. They are well trained, hard working and the most caring people you will ever meet. My mom was lucky..."
$4,915
Assisted Living
Lynda
5.0
Review of Brookdale Cushing Park
Brookdale Cushing Park was wonderful. The person who gave us the tour was very thorough in giving us information. They showed us several different styles of apartments that might work for my...
Assisted Living
Bryan
4.0
Review of Brookdale Cushing Park
We toured Brookdale Cushing Park. I like that it was good, clean, and well-organized. The rooms were a nice size. The person presenting did a good job. We saw the food, and it looked good. They had...
Assisted Living
Jonathan
4.0
Review of Brookdale Cushing Park
We toured Brookdale Cushing Park. The staff was very friendly. The facilities were nice. We didn't object to anything. It didn't have the warmth and coziness we detected in the other community. One...
According to Genworth's 2024 Cost of Care Survey, assisted living providers in Framingham charge $1,400 more than the national median. Seniors reduce these expenses by considering nearby alternatives such as Springfield, where care costs $6,368. However, they face steeper expenses in Barnstable, where care costs $3,033 more than in Framingham. Worcester offers comparable living expenses to Framingham, with assisted living costing $6,906.
Framingham
$6,750
Massachusetts
$7,120
United States
$5,350
Barnstable
$9,783
Worcester
$6,906
Springfield
$6,368
Pittsfield
$9,825
Eligible seniors in the Framingham area can apply for state-funded financial assistance to help pay for assisted living costs. Two government programs are offered: Group Adult Foster Care and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
Seniors pay $7,394 more for a semi-private room in a nursing home than for assisted living, making this type of care Framingham's most expensive. On the other end of the spectrum, adult day care costs $4,107 less than assisted living. Home care and home health care charge $305 and $686 more, respectively, than assisted living for seniors who prefer to live at home.
In-Home Care
$7,055
Home Health Care
$7,436
Adult Day Health Care
$2,643
Assisted Living Facility
$6,750
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$14,144
Note: Since data for Framingham is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Boston, instead.
Framingham has several free resources for seniors aimed at helping enhance their quality of life. Some programs help seniors find government benefits to help them, while others provide social opportunities or valuable educational resources.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living Ombudsman | (617) 727-7750 | The State Long Term Care Ombudsman Office oversees the living conditions and care of residents in assisted living communities. They receive complaints filed by residents or their families and refer these complaints to the appropriate organizations. Ombudsman representatives can also help families find the right choice for assisted living by giving an honest assessment of the benefits and drawbacks of each one. |
| Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging | (508) 852-5539 | The regional Agency on Aging (AAA) administers programs to enhance the lives of area seniors. Some programs include nutrition and health information, including help with meal preparation and deliveries. Other programs provide information about health issues that affect seniors, such as early-onset dementia or fall prevention. The agency also funds senior citizens centers, which give the elderly a place for socialization and fun. |
| Greater Boston Legal Services | (617) 371-1234 | Area lawyers donate their services to low-income seniors who cannot afford their own representation in civil matters. These lawyers can help file for divorce or bankruptcy and draft legal documents to protect their finances, such as power of attorney, living wills, trusts and wills. |
| Boston Vet Center | (617) 424-0665 | Military veterans may receive help from the Vet Center to file claims with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and appeal decisions made by that agency. Representatives can help veterans apply for their benefits and pensions, including the Aid & Attendance benefit, which can help pay for assisted living. Counseling for topics such as grief and PTSD is also offered. |
| Natick Community-Senior Center | (508) 647-6540 | The Natick Community Senior Center offers elderly residents a place to gather and socialize, with weekday lunches and activities, plus games like Bingo and bridge, space for hobby groups or book club meetings. The Natick Senior Center also organizes group outings for seniors as well as holiday and birthday celebrations on-site. |
Framingham-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.
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