Springfield is the capital of Massachusetts and a city of 153,600 people, more than 12% of whom are seniors aged 65 and over. Located on the east bank of the Connecticut River, the city is home to the state government, the Basketball Hall of Fame and several advanced medical facilities, notably Baystate Medical Center, that accept Medicare and provide excellent senior care. Senior care in a nursing home in Springfield costs an average of $11,568 a month, according to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, which is significantly less than the average in the rest of Massachusetts, $12,623, and in several other cities around the state.
Nursing homes provide rehab, postacute and long-term care that helps support seniors who need closer supervision and assistance than other types of care provide. Residents of a nursing care home can expect typical services that include nursing aides, skilled nurses and 24-hour caregiver support. Seniors who need less intensive care may find a more affordable option in assisted living or home health care.
This guide covers cost averages for nursing home care and other senior living options in the city of Springfield, as well as many local resources for seniors.