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Framingham is a small city situated less than 20 miles from the Boston metro in Massachusetts that’s rich in colonial history, community spirit and offers a unique combination of urban, suburban and rural ambiance. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Framingham’s three beaches, six ponds, two golf courses and numerous parks in and around the city, while Framingham State University provides plenty of opportunities to enjoy art and culture. Framingham has a classic New England four-season climate, with pleasantly warm summers with highs in the lower 80s and cold, snowy winters.
Senior citizens aged 65 and over make up approximately 15.2% of Framingham’s overall population of slightly less than 75,000. The average cost of assisted living in Framingham is $5,634 per month, although costs of individual facilities may vary depending on location, amenities and services.
Note: Data for Framingham was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Worcester, was used instead.
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At $5,634, assisted living costs in Framingham are just a few dollars less than the overall average of $5,640 for the state of Massachusetts but are significantly higher than the national average of $4,051. To the north in New Hampshire, prices rise to an average of $7,021, while Massachusetts neighbors to the south in Connecticut pay an average of $4,880 and drop even further in New York to $4,630.
Average assisted living prices in the eastern part of Massachusetts outside of the Boston metro area are similar to those of Framingham. Residents of assisted living facilities in Barnstable pay an average of $5,550, while their counterparts in Springfield average $5,350. Prices drop dramatically in the western part of the state, with Pittsfield residents averaging $3,013. The highest costs are found in the Boston metro area, where monthly costs average $6,442 per month.
The state of Massachusetts administers a program called the State Supplement Program designed to supplement the federal Social Security Supplemental Income by providing cash benefits to eligible recipients. Low-income seniors may also be eligible for the Group Adult Foster Care Program through the state’s Medicaid program, MassHealth. This program reimburses certified assisted living facilities for the cost of personal care services. Learn more about these programs by visiting our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Framingham Council on Aging | (508) 532-5980 | The Framingham Council on Aging serves the 55 and over population of Framingham by acting as a local resource guide and identifying and addressing issues that affect local seniors with the goal of promoting independence and a good quality of life. The agency also administers the Callahan Center, which is a senior center that’s open Monday through Fridays and hot lunches and a variety of programs and services designed for older people. |
| MetroWest Regional Transit Authority | (508) 935-2222 | Metro Regional Transit Authority offers reduced fares for senior and disabled persons. Dial-a-ride services are also available for those who require customized door-to-door service. Reservations for Dial-a-Ride must be made 48 hours in advance, and rides are subject to availability. |
| Framingham Veterans Services | (508) 532-5515 | Qualified veterans and their families can access information and assistance concerning the commonwealth’s public assistance program for former members of the U.S. military. This agency also provides assistance to those seeking federal benefits their service entitles them to receive. |
| United Way of Tri-County | (508) 872-3291 | Seniors who are looking for ways to keep their skills sharp and put their education and experience to good use can find numerous community-based volunteer opportunities at United Way of Tri-County. The United Way works with charitable organizations throughout the community and matches volunteers with nonprofits and agencies based on interest and ability. |
| Framingham Public Library | (508) 532-5570 | The Framingham Public Library hosts two educational programs in collaboration with Framingham State University designed for those aged 60 and over. Adventures in Lifelong Learning is a four-week session of courses that covers subjects such as history, targeted fiction and civics. Preregistration is required for this program. The Lifelong Learning Lecture Series occurs Thursday nights and is available on a drop-in basis. |
The agency in charge of regulating assisted living in Massachusetts is the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. All facilities must comply with rules and regulations governing staffing, medication and living conditions. See our Assisted Living in Massachusetts page for more information on these laws and regulations.