Approximately 20 miles north of Worcester, the city of Fitchburg strikes a good balance between quiet, bustle-free living and proximity to a large number of health care services. Local seniors, who make up 13.6% of the total population, have access to many hospitals, including UMass Memorial HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital, as well as about 17% more physicians than the average U.S. resident. As for nursing home care, costs in the city average $11,863 per month, which is significantly above the national norm but lower than typical prices in Massachusetts.
Nursing home care provides 24/7 assistance and medical support for seniors with physical or cognitive limitations who require constant supervision, help with activities of daily living and advanced health care services such as pain management and therapies. Some alternatives, including home care and assisted living, may be a better fit for those who need fewer services or have a tighter budget.
This guide will help seniors and their families understand the services provided in nursing homes and who they may be beneficial for, as well as average costs for this type of care in Fitchburg and how the city compares to other locations.
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335 Nichols Road, Fitchburg, MA, 01420
3.0
(8 reviews)
"My Mom has had several short term stays at the highlands and we are very pleased with the care she receives. The rehab personnel are excellent and each time Mom leaves she is a little better than she was before her falls. The aides work very hard and..."
READ MORE1199 John Fitch Hwy, Fitchburg, MA, 01420
3.5
(2 reviews)
"My grandfather is in Golden LivingCenter. We like that it is very friendly, and they are able to have pets. They take people to trips to the mall, to get ice cream, and other places. There is a mall and a couple of hospitals around the area. It is pr..."
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370 West Street, Leominster, MA, 01453
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My daughter is in Life Care Center of Leominster. It's an excellent place. She has a lovely room. They have rehab and assisted living also, but she's in the nursing home. The grounds are beautifully cared for. It's very clean. There's no smell. From ..."
READ MORE22 Hillside Avenue , Groton, MA, 01450
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My child has resided in Seven Hills at Groton for 9 years. SH is an amazing facility! It is a safe, clean, nuturing & educational centered environment for the Pediatric patient who has severe disabilities and who needs 24/7 medical care. Their days a..."
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32 Hospital Hill Road, Gardner, MA, 01440
4.3
(3 reviews)
"Offering skilled nursing, medical and rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether for a short stay or for an extended period, ou..."
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1675 Main Street, Lancaster, MA, 01523
3.3
(6 reviews)
"The overall level of care was higher than the rehab hospital my friend was previously at !..."
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44 Keystone Drive, Leominster, MA, 01453
1.6
(5 reviews)
"great place to be , friendly staff, caring , nursing department is great and building gives that home like feeling ..."
READ MOREIn Fitchburg, costs for nursing home care are about $11,863 for semi private rooms and $12,395 for private accommodations.
Fitchburg’s monthly rate of $11,863, while substantially higher than the U.S. norm of $7,908, is $760 lower than the statewide average. The city is an affordable location for nursing home care in Massachusetts along with Pittsfield, where residents pay $11,406. Further east, prices are generally much higher. Seniors in Barnstable Town face costs of $12,836, or 8.2% more than in Fitchburg, while their counterparts in Boston are charged even higher fees of $13,155 per month.
Fitchburg
$11,863
Massachusetts
$12,623
United States
$7,908
Pittsfield
$11,406
Barnstable Town
$12,836
Boston
$13,155
It’s common for costs to vary across different types of senior care due to the scope of services offered by each option. In-home care and home health care tend to be less expensive than nursing homes, with respective rates of $5,720 and $5,911 in Fitchburg, but they require individuals to remain in their own homes. Adult day centers only provide daytime care, reducing the overall cost to $1,842. Assisted living facilities, at $5,685, offer residential care services, but nursing home care is generally the costliest option as it provides 24/7 support by medical staff, starting at $11,863 for semi private rooms and $12,395 for private ones.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,911
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$5,685
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$11,863
Nursing Home Care (private room)
$12,395
Note: Data for Fitchburg was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Worcester, was used instead.
Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.
Nursing Homes
Scott B
5
Review of The Highlands
My Mom has had several short term stays at the highlands and we are very pleased with the care she receives. The rehab personnel are excellent and each time Mom leaves she is a little better than...
Nursing Homes
julievan
4
Review of The Highlands
My father has been a patient at the Highlands for short term rehab after his knee replacement. My father has been very pleased with his care and staff were wonderful. The rehab department were...
Nursing Homes
JeNn2016
4
Review of The Highlands
My grandmother was admitted to the Highlands for short stay/rehab twice in her life. Both times she has said the staff were very nice and caring. They always checked in on her to see how she was...
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