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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Plymouth County, MA for 2024

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Paying for Assisted Living in Plymouth County

Because of Plymouth County’s proximity to Barnstable Town, it shares the town’s average assisted living price of $6,338 per month. This price is higher than the state average of $6,085, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey. Assisted living in Plymouth County is considerably more expensive than the national average, which comes to $4,300 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Plymouth County, MA and Nearby Cities

At $6,338, Plymouth County has the highest assisted living prices in all of Massachusetts. The Boston area has the second-highest prices, averaging $6,100 per month. Costs are lowest in the central city of Worcester, which averages $5,488. This is $850 per month more affordable than assisted living in Plymouth County. Further inland, the Springfield area averages $5,750. Pittsfield has a similar assisted living price, at $5,789. Similar assisted living prices can be found elsewhere in New England, with Connecticut city New Haven averaging $6,445 and the nearby Hartford area averaging $5,753. Costs can be lower in neighboring Rhode Island, where Providence has an average assisted living price of $4,950 per month.

Plymouth County

$6,338

Massachusetts

$6,085

The United States

$4,300

Providence, RI

$4,950

Worcester

$5,488

Springfield

$5,750

Hartford, CT

$5,753

Pittsfield

$5,789

Boston

$6,100

New Haven, CT

$6,445

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Plymouth County

Seniors in Plymouth County who require assistance with the cost of services at an ALR are fortunate to have a number of options at their disposal. As part of the Massachusetts Medicaid State Plan, seniors can receive financial aid through the Group Adult Foster Care program and Money Follows the Person (MFP) waiver program. Low-income seniors are also eligible to apply for an optional state supplement (OSS) to be added to their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment.

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

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 Plymouth County

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Old Colony Planning Council Area Agency on Aging(508) 583-1833As the local Area Agency on Aging, this state body offers support and advocacy to seniors throughout Plymouth and surrounding counties. A long-term care ombudsman program helps residents of care homes resolve concerns about their treatment, and the Aging Service Access Point serves as a central collection of housing, medical and community resources.
Plymouth Center for Active Living(508) 747-1620Adults over 60 can get help with health insurance applications or access other social services such as legal aid and long-term housing counseling at this senior center. A wellness program offers low-impact exercise and dance classes and courses on nutrition and healthy aging. Members also have access to blood pressure and foot care clinics. Seniors can participate in language, computer and crafting classes or enjoy live entertainment and communal luncheons.
Cape Cod Vet Center(508) 778-0124Operated by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, this organization supports service members with financial assistance for housing, health care and education. This body also acts as an access point for pensions, life insurance and disability benefits. Veterans can get individual and group mental health care as well as pharmaceutical and laboratory services through the VA medical system.
Old Colony Elder Services(508) 584-1561This nonprofit offers a wide range of educational services, which include classes on nutrition, chronic disease management and financial planning. Here, seniors can also get health insurance and housing options counseling as well as information on scams and consumer rights. An emergency assistance program can provide financial aid for rent, bills and sudden expenses.
South Shore Community Action Council(508) 747-7575Elderly and disabled adults can access a free transportation program that offers rides to medical appointments, errands and social engagements. This nonprofit body also offers case management services, emergency financial assistance programs and free help with filing taxes. The Consumer Aid Program offers information and resources designed to protect vulnerable populations from fraud and exploitation.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Plymouth County

Plymouth County-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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Review of Guardian Center

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Review of All American Assisted Living

My friend is at All American Assisted Living and every interaction I've had with the staff has been great and friendly. The place is clean. It's brand new and that's probably the thing I like the...

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Review of Benchmark at Hanover

Benchmark at Hanover was like staying at a Hampton Inn. It was wonderful. The woman who gave me the tour was excellent in taking me around and making sure that I saw all the available things. They...

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