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Pittsfield sits on Massachusetts' west side near the New York State border. Seniors can find 17 assisted living communities in the area, which includes 13 facilities in nearby vicinities....
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140 Melbourne Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
4.6
(23 reviews)
"The assisted living at Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place was lovely, I'd move in there in a minute. They just completely redid it so the facilities are absolutely beautiful. The food did look delicious, we came at lunch and people were eating, an..."
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120 Onota St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
3.6
(3 reviews)
"I went to Side By Side. The room there was very small, but the price was much more manageable. The ambiance was very good. It was down to earth as opposed to the other place that seemed a little bit higher class. The people here seemed lively and ene..."
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318 Onota Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I really like this facility mostly because I know a lot of the staff and they know me and my family. They treat us very well here and they feed her very well. They have hi speed internet access which makes my aunt very pleased because she spends a lo..."
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255 Lebanon Ave, Pittsfield, MA 01201
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I have been in Springside Rehab & Nursing Center for 3 weeks now. I think it's very nice. They have mostly caring and very informative people. I have a nice little room all by myself, and I've only been eating here. I haven't gone out to eat but they..."
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45 Main St, Dalton, MA, 01226, Dalton, MA 01226
4.5
(8 reviews)
"Sugar Hill Senior Living Community is elegant. It's a mansion, so it's very beautiful. But the living spaces are just a room, not like a little apartment, so you're just in one room. They have a different approach than the other place. They let you f..."
READ MORE600 Laurel St, Lee, MA 01238
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My cousin is moving to The Landing at Laurel Lake. The apartment has a little kitchenette, a little room, a bedroom, and a bathroom. The bedroom and the living room are 10 x 12. They're newly redone, carpeted, and painted. Actually, they're redoing t..."
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2542 Route 66, Chatham, NY 12037
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My mom was in Camphill Ghent for a while and she was in the assisted living. She stayed there for about 2 years. Overall, it's probably the best place in the world to go. The food is as organic as possible. It's phenomenal. That's where I wanna go wh..."
READ MORE235 Walker Street, Lenox, MA 01240
4.8
(5 reviews)
"Kimball Farms is all very, very nice. It's well-maintained and it's a lovely place. They've all been fantastic and above expectations. They have tons of things. They have movies, lectures, and a place where they can do their own gardening. They've go..."
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620 Laurel Street, Lee, MA 01238
4.0
(2 reviews)
"Laurel Lake seemed very nice. It is an assisted living facility and they seem very flexible. He can go there for a week or two weeks, if my father wants to come up and visit, which is great. He doesn't need assisted living yet, he just needs independ..."
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3230 CHURCH STREET, Valatie, NY 12184
2.0
(17 reviews)
"I would absolutely recommend The Grand at Barnwell Nursing Home. My husband was there for over five weeks, in physical therapy recovery. The staff were welcoming and friendly. They have an advanced rehabilitation program which helped my husband to..."
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109 Housatonic Street, Lenox, MA 01240
"Cameron House is an assisted living community located just minutes from quaint downtown district of Lenox, Massachusetts. Opened in 1999, th..."
READ MORE321 W Sand Lake Rd, Wynantskill, NY 12198
"The Moran Home is located in Wynantskill, a census-designated place in Rensselaer County, New York. The area is filled with delightful culin..."
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312 Crescent Blvd, Bennington, VT 05201
"Welcome to Crescent Manor Nursing Home! Cresecent Manor is a privately-owned, 90-bed nursing facility nestled in the rolling hills of southw..."
READ MORE83 Curtis Ave, Dalton, MA 01226
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
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219 Church St, North Adams, MA 01247
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MORE17 Commercial St, Adams, MA 01220
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Massachusetts Division of Health Care Fa..."
READ MORE126 Elm Street, Bennington, VT 05201
"Washington Elms is situated in the charming town of Bennington, VT. Located in a quiet setting, the facility is a short distance away from t..."
READ MOREData from the Genworth 2024 Cost of Care Survey demonstrates that Pittsfield has relatively high assisted living prices. Local communities charge about $2,705 more than Massachusetts' typical rate and $4,475 more than the U.S. median. Meanwhile, nearby cities feature much lower fees. Springfield has the lowest reported rate of $6,368, while Boston is also cheaper at around $6,750.
Pittsfield
$9,825
Massachusetts
$7,120
The United States
$5,350
Boston
$6,750
Barnstable Town
$9,783
Springfield
$6,368
The assisted living costs for Massachusetts published in the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reveal the typical senior pays $6,085 for their care, which is almost 5% more than the $5,789 per month paid by the typical resident of Pittsfield. The survey also reveals the national average to be $4,300. At first glance, this may make Pittsfield look expensive, but costs need to be seen in context as Massachusetts is among the top five most expensive states in the union.
Eligible seniors in the Pittsfield 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.
Assisted living costs approximately $9,825 per month in Pittsfield. This long-term care option is ideal for seniors who require daily help with routine tasks such as dressing, housekeeping and personal grooming. Alternatively, nursing home facilities serve seniors who need more intensive personal assistance and medical oversight, such as medication administration and wound care. This option costs roughly $12,060 per month in Pittsfield, making it about $2,235 costlier than assisted living.
Assisted Living Facility
$9,825
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$12,060
There are many more resources available to Pittsfield’s seniors than the following list presents. These examples can help seniors handle complex benefit claims, make new friends in the community and find an experienced advocate if they can’t resolve an issue with their care provider.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans' Services Department | (413) 499-9433 | The Veterans' Services Department of Pittsfield helps U.S. military veterans who reside in the city, are in financial need and have 180 days of active duty under their belt or 90 days in a war zone. The department can help vets and their immediate families access a range of state and federal benefits and assist with other admin tasks, such as providing copies of the vet's discharge papers. Additionally, the department can refer vets to Veterans Affairs, where they can apply for the VA Aid and Attendance Benefit, which pays some assisted living costs. |
| Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) | (413) 499-9345 | RSVP recruits, trains and places adults aged 55+ in many local government agencies and nonprofits committed to making a positive difference to Pittsfield. Seniors who want to offer some of their time to support the city can contact RSVP, providing details of their skills and work experience. RSVP then places them in suitable positions. These could involve doing administrative tasks that enable first responders to concentrate on their core roles, educational work supporting local citizens and practical work, such as delivering meals to homebound seniors. |
| Ralph J. Froio Senior Center | (413) 499-9346 | The Ralph J. Froio Senior Center offers Pittsfield's older residents a place to socialize in groups, learn something new in the craft rooms or share a coffee with a friend in the café, which also serves light lunches. For $3 per trip, seniors can book van transportation to take them to the center. |
| Assisted Living Ombudsman | (617) 727-7750 | The Assisted Living Ombudsman is a champion for the rights of seniors in assisted living communities. The ombudsman doesn't charge for their services, including educating seniors about their rights, investigating complaints and working with care providers to resolve disputes. Seniors comparing assisted living facilities for their long-term care needs can also get copies of inspection reports free-of-charge from the ombudsman. |
Pittsfield-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.
Assisted Living
Karyn
4.0
Review of Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place
Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place was very expensive, but also very nice with many services available. The room was small for the price, but the activities and the social environment seemed...
Assisted Living
Karyn
4.0
Review of Side by Side
I went to Side By Side. The room there was very small, but the price was much more manageable. The ambiance was very good. It was down to earth as opposed to the other place that seemed a little...
Assisted Living
Deb
5.0
Review of Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place
The assisted living at Wingate Residences at Melbourne Place was lovely, I'd move in there in a minute. They just completely redid it so the facilities are absolutely beautiful. The food did look...
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