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

Lynn is a large city of about 101,000 people, 13% of whom are seniors, on the shores of Massachusetts Bay. It features a vibrant downtown district with unique shops and restaurants, and a variety of cultural destinations that contribute to the city’s welcoming environment. Lynn also offers easy access to outstanding medical facilities, providing convenience for local seniors.

The city is also home to several assisted living facilities, providing a practical solution for older adults who need daily assistance but don’t require extensive medical support. These facilities feature comfortable housing, daily meals and recreational activities and amenities, along with individualized care plans that balance assistance and independence. Many facilities have indoor and outdoor common areas, such as activity centers, fitness rooms and hair salons, and some let residents keep pets. In general, seniors in Lynn pay $6,819 per month for assisted living. This is significantly higher than the Massachusetts average of $6,500, as well as the national norm of $4,500.  

This guide provides more details on assisted living costs in Lynn, along with popular ways seniors in this city pay for care. It also lists some of the licensing requirements all facilities in Lynn follow to ensure consistently high-quality care. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Lynn

All assisted living facilities in Lynn are licensed through the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs. This agency publishes information on landlord and tenant laws as they relate to those in assisted living, as well as specific rules facilities follow related to care planning and services. It also conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance with minimum standards.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Lynn

  • Most forms of retirement income are subject to state income taxes in Massachusetts at rates of about 5%, although the state fully exempts Social Security benefits for all seniors. This may impact how much money seniors in Lynn can put toward assisted living services.
  • Lynn residents aged 60 and over can access local transportation services through Greater Lynn Senior Services, a nonprofit organization that provides a variety of free and low-cost supports to local seniors to supplement what they receive through assisted living. Services are available by calling the agency’s Travel Counseling Center at (888) 499-5324 on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • There are no hospitals in Lynn proper, but Salem Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford and Massachusetts General Hospital are all located within a 10-mile radius. Health care costs in this city trend about 17% lower than national norms, which may benefit assisted living residents managing chronic health conditions.
  • On a 100-point cost of living index based on living costs nationwide, Lynn scores 123.4. While this shows that it’s more expensive to live in this city than in a typical U.S. community, this score is a little lower than the Massachusetts norm of 127.5. This may make the city a financially viable option for seniors moving to Lynn for assisted living from other regions of the state.
  • Property crime occurs at about the same rate in Lynn as in the nation as a whole, with the city rating 34 on a 100-point crime index versus the national norm of 35.4. While the violent crime score comes in at 40.4, exceeding the national average of 22.7, the frequency of this type of crime has been trending downward for the past two decades. This may provide peace of mind to those moving to Lynn for long-term care.
  • Lynn’s humid continental climate brings warm summers and chilly winters, making the city an attractive option for prospective assisted living residents who enjoy experiencing distinct seasons. Year-round temperatures range from 19 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit, and the city gets 48 inches of rain and 42 inches of snow.

Paying for Assisted Living in Lynn

Seniors in Lynn pay approximately $6,819 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Lynn, assisted living facilities charge monthly rates of $6,819 for care. This exceeds the Massachusetts average of $6,500, and it's 52% over the national norm and hundreds of dollars higher than rates in most nearby cities. While Lynn may be a budget-friendly alternative to Barnstable Town, where assisted living facilities charge $7,000 per month for care, rates in other surveyed cities tend to be lower. For example, in Worcester, care costs are about 17% lower than in Lynn, and in Springfield, care costs are 26% lower than Lynn’s norm. In Pittsfield, the difference in assisted living costs is even more significant, with care in this city costing 69% less than in Lynn.

 

Lynn

$6,819

Massachusetts

$6,500

United States

$4,500

Barnstable Town

$7,000

Worcester

$5,685

Springfield

$5,048

Pittsfield

$2,084

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Seniors in Lynn pay $6,819 per month for assisted living, making this one of the costlier local senior care options. By comparison, seniors who obtain private services at home pay $6,292 per month for nonmedical in-home care and $6,244 for specialized home health care, and those who attend adult day health care pay even lower rates of $1,614. On the other hand, nursing home care is considerably more expensive than assisted living at $13,155 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 Facility (semiprivate room)

$13,155

Note: Data for Lynn was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Boston, was used instead.

 

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Lynn

Group Adult Foster Care, which is available through Medicaid and Mass-Health, and Section 8 housing are among the financial assistance options available from the federal and state government to eligible senior adults in Lynn.

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

Financial Assistance in Massachusetts

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 Lynn

Lynn and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Lynn, please visit our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Lynn

Lynn Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities 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 Massachusetts

Reviews of Communities Nearby

Assisted Living

Wanda

I visited this facility

Review of Lynn Home for Elderly Persons

Lynn Home for Elderly Persons was very homey. I thought that the administrator who ran the place seemed genuinely caring. She was very, very nice, knowledgeable, and very personable. She's been...

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Assisted Living

Daniel

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

Review of Lynn Home for Elderly Persons

Lynn Home for Elderly Persons is right next to my brother's house, so it's a good fit for my mother. We're not allowed to go in yet; we've only met my mother outside. They're very nice. So far, it...

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Assisted Living

DisgustedInDunedin

I am a friend or relative of a resident

Review of Lynn Home for Elderly Persons

The staff here are very good at being available for you and your family member when you need them to be. Food is above average and they do well with making sure to follow the health guidelines and...

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