
The Wellington at Springfield
942 Grayson Dr, Springfield, MA, 01119
4.4
(32 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds. I enjoyed touring the place. Friendly employees."
READ MORESpringfield is the third-largest city in Massachusetts, with an estimated population of 153,606, 12.6% of whom are aged 65 and over. The city is best known as the birthplace of basketball and Dr. Seuss. However, there is much more: Its attractions include the MassMutual Center, which regularly hosts ice hockey competitions, while seniors who prefer something more sedate can relax in Forest Park or shop in Eastfield Mall.
Springfield’s assisted living facilities are comfortable and secure places for seniors who want to retain their autonomy but need help with daily chores, such as cleaning and preparing meals. According to the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly fee is $5,750. Although this is above the national average of $4,300, it’s a saving of $335 per month when compared to the state average of $6,085.
This guide covers the average costs of assisted living in Massachusetts. It also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of living in Springfield, in addition to listing some of the resources available to seniors and families looking for the best care facilities.
942 Grayson Dr, Springfield, MA, 01119
4.4
(32 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds. I enjoyed touring the place. Friendly employees."
READ MORE74 Walnut St., Springfield, MA, 01105
4.8
(4 reviews)
"The facility is gorgeous, and the grounds are beautiful. Staff are friendly and respectful. Studio apartment is quite roomy and quiet. Open communication between the managers and residents. "
READ MORE460 West Street, Ludlow, MA, 01056
4.7
(19 reviews)
"My mother stayed at Keystone Commons for a couple of months. I like that they didn't let the people lay in bed all day. They got them dressed and involved them in activities. It helped my mother because she had always been in bed and sleeping. It ..."
READ MORE741 Parker Street, East Longmeadow, MA, 01028
4.6
(19 reviews)
"My mother moved into the Reserve at East Longmeadow. We chose it because of the 24-hour care that they have. The property is a beautiful facility. It doesn't look like a nursing home or assisted living. It looks like a big condo complex. The activ..."
READ MORE110 Monastery Avenue, West Springfield, MA, 01089
4.4
(20 reviews)
"Landmark at Monastery Heights was very clean and neat. The staff was very accommodating and the person who toured us was a wealth of information, very cooperative, and helpful. She understands my situation and gave me several alternatives or optio..."
READ MORE802 College Highway, Southwick, MA, 01077
4.9
(8 reviews)
"The staff is great. I am not sure of her last name but first name is Karen. She really puts her heart into the care of the clients. She is honest and will not steer you in the wrong directions.I went to visit a friend and they talk highly of the ..."
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2387 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA, 01095
4.1
(13 reviews)
"Orchard Valley at Wilbraham was fabulous. All of the staff members were wonderful. Stephanie was the one that I dealt with, and she couldn't have been any more attentive or helpful. The room that my cousin was going to go into was way more than we..."
READ MORE7 River Mills Dr, Chicopee, MA, 01020
5.0
(2 reviews)
"River Mills Assisted Living was very beautiful and brand new. They've got beautiful rooms and friendly staff. The food smelled good, and they had tons of activities. They were planting in flower pots. They've got a beautiful patio and beautiful gr..."
READ MORE7 Canal Road, Suffield, CT, 06078
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My parents moved into Suffield by the River. My mom's in assisted living, and my dad's in independent living. Their activities are all exemplary. The staff was excellent. They have beautiful surroundings. They have a library activity center and a ..."
READ MORE40 Court Street, Westfield, MA, 01085
4.8
(6 reviews)
"My mother is at The Arbors at Westfield. It's very good. The facility is clean and they offered many activities. They have bingo, they have therapy dogs, outings to different venues, games, and they have manicures and pedicures. That's all include..."
READ MORE462 Main Street, Agawam, MA, 01001
4.7
(7 reviews)
"My mom has moved into Heritage Woods. The staff is knowledgeable and caring. From the executive director to the nursing staff to the aides, they have all helped my mom and made her feel welcome there. They showed her around, and they've helped her..."
READ MORE50 Benton Dr, East Longmeadow, MA, 01028
4.3
(11 reviews)
"My mom stayed for short terms after hospital visits. She was well taken care of and enjoyed the food and company. I think she was a little bit sad to leave and go back to here apartment. "
READ MORE780 Converse Street, Longmeadow, MA, 01106
4.3
(10 reviews)
"We have chosen Ruth's House for my mom, and she will move in. I loved this facility. I found them to be friendly, and I thought the food was good. The facility was clean. I just loved that they had a ton of activities. There was also a lot include..."
READ MORE929 Memorial Drive, Chicopee, MA, 01020
3.9
(10 reviews)
"I toured The Arbors Assisted Living at Chicopee and I thought it was fantastic. It was very clean, the staff you see there were in there checking on the patients and just talking to them in general. I thought that was nice. The person who gave the..."
READ MORE2399 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA, 01095
2.0
(1 reviews)
"My grandmother was at this facility initially for short term rehab. The nursing staff was pleasant most of the time and the physical therapist was phenomenal but overall we had a very bad experience. For the 3 months she was there we made multiple..."
READ MOREThe Executive Office of Elder Affairs is ultimately responsible for ensuring assisted living facilities in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts comply with the standards of care demanded. The department has the authority to issue licenses and revoke them if a facility continually violates those standards.
Seniors can expect to pay in the region of $5,750 per month for assisted living in Springfield. This makes the city more affordable than many in the state, although still above the national average of $4,300. However, it should be noted that states in New England tend to be more costly than average.
As the following figures from the 2020 Genworth Cost of Care Survey show, costs can vary, sometimes greatly, between cities in Massachusetts. Springfield’s costs of $5,750 are almost the lowest, surpassed only by Worcester, where the average assisted living placement costs $5,488 per month. Pittsfield’s costs are $5,789, while in Boston, fees rise to $6,100. Compared to Manchester, New Hampshire, fees throughout Massachusetts are more affordable. Manchester’s seniors pay, on average, $7,560.
Springfield
$5,750
Massachusetts
$6,085
The United States
$4,300
Boston
$6,100
Worcester
$5,488
Pittsfield
$5,789
Manchester, NH
$7,560
Able-bodied seniors have the most affordable care option, with fees of $1,452 for adult day care. Homebound seniors tend to pay $5,015 for either home or home health care, while assisted living’s costs of $5,750 are the most affordable for care that includes accommodation. Nursing homes are the most costly, with an average fee of $11,568 for a semiprivate room and $12,298 for seniors to have a room of their own.
Home care
$5,015
Home health care
$5,015
Adult day health care
$1,452
Assisted living
$5,750
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$11,568
Nursing home (private room)
$12,298
Eligible seniors in the Springfield 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 preparing to move into assisted living facilities, and those who are already residents, may find the following resources useful. They can help with resolving issues and meeting some of the costs.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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Assisted Living Ombudsman | (617) 727-7750 | The Assisted Living Ombudsman is a division of the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. The ombudsman’s role is to ensure seniors residing in residential care facilities are fully aware of their rights and to be an advocate in disputes related to their care. Seniors, their families and third parties can register complaints about care violations to the ombudsman. Additionally, families can request information about assisted living communities they may be considering for their loved ones. |
VA Aid and Attendance Benefits | (800) 827-1000 | U.S. military veterans currently residing in senior living facilities are entitled to apply for the VA Aid and Attendance benefit. The spouses of vets can also apply. It’s a monthly payment included in the VA pension to help cover some assisted living costs. Payments are unique to the individual, with the maximum monthly payments being $1,881 for an individual vet, $2,230 for a couple and $1,209 for a surviving spouse. VeteranAid.org provides a useful online tool for vets to check if they qualify for the benefit. |
Senior Care Options (SCO) | (888) 885-0484 | SCO is a blend of Medicare and MassHealth (Massachusetts Medicaid program) that utilizes both services to fund assisted living for some seniors. Although MassHealth can’t cover the room and board costs in an assisted living facility, which Medicare can, for qualifying seniors, it can cover other aspects of their care, such as their medications. |
Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE) | (800) 243-4636 | SHINE is a program managed by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs free of charge to seniors who are already Medicare beneficiaries and those who need assistance with enrolling. Counselors can help seniors understand their current coverage. They can also provide seniors with information and advice so they can make informed decisions to overcome possible shortfalls. Additionally, counselors may introduce seniors to health care options that can save them money on their insurance. Although this might include private health insurance, the counselors won’t try to sell products. |
Springfield-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.