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Assisted living costs in Franklin County average about $6,379 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 99 communities in Franklin County. Our detailed directory has 1468 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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I am staying here at the rest home and I haven't been so happy for a long time. I love it here, very supportive staff who assist day or night no matter what. I enjoy the meals and the other peers, every one...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
In the Autumn of our loved ones years, certain needs and services become vital to their continued well-being. We at the Village Rest Home encourage on-site and/or telephone meetings with family and friends. We can arrange for primary care physicians, schedule doctor's appointments or any other...
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
What are you looking for in a nursing home? That's the first question we ask because in today's healthcare environment, you have more choices than ever. We offer short-term care to help you get well and return to your home. We also provide long-term nursing home care -- and more intensive...
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The apartments are gorgeous. This gives you a good mix of independent living and assistance when needed. There are activities available for the residents to choose from. They have cottages, apartments,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
The Blaire House of Worcester is a 75-bed Skilled Nursing Center and is devoted completely to the care of residents with Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Lodge at Eddy Pond offers spacious apartments ranging in size from studio to two bedroom apartments. Many apartments offer a wonderful view of Eddy Pond, that can be seen from your private balcony. People say “there is just something about this community”. Whether it is the very active...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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My uncle lived at Southgate in Hampton Suites (assisted living) for years and recently passed away at age 94. The staff were outstanding and treated him like family. He was involved in activities daily and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of assisted living in Franklin County, MA

The average cost of senior living in Franklin County is $6,379 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Adams, MA with an average of $4,898 per month.

Assisted living costs in Franklin County, MA, vs. nearby counties

Franklin County, MA
$6,379/mo
$6,293/mo

Assisted living costs in Franklin County, MA, vs. state and national averages

Franklin County, MA
$6,379/mo
U.S. national average
$4,705/mo

Assisted living costs in Franklin County, MA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,379/mo
$6,379/mo

Assisted living costs in Franklin County, MA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,264/mo
Studio
$7,033/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,142/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,507/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,600/mo

Senior living costs in Franklin County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Franklin County, MA
Column state: Massachusetts
Column national: U.S.
Community typeFranklin County, MAMassachusettsU.S.
Assisted Living$6,379/mo$7,247/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,379/mo$7,251/mo$4,955/mo
Independent Living$5,362/mo$6,361/mo$4,161/mo
Assisted Living
Franklin County, MA:$6,379/mo
Massachusetts:$7,247/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Franklin County, MA:$6,379/mo
Massachusetts:$7,251/mo
U.S.:$4,955/mo
Independent Living
Franklin County, MA:$5,362/mo
Massachusetts:$6,361/mo
U.S.:$4,161/mo
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Assisted living costs in Franklin County, MA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Franklin County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Franklin County, MA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Franklin County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Franklin County, MA$6,421/mo$5,878/mo+9.2%
Massachusetts$7,013/mo$6,735/mo+4.1%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Franklin County, MA
2024 average cost:$6,421/mo
2023 average cost:$5,878/mo
Percent change:+9.2%
Massachusetts
2024 average cost:$7,013/mo
2023 average cost:$6,735/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Franklin County, MA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Franklin County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Franklin County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Franklin County

Corcoran House in Clinton, MA

4.3
The community is always clean. Every time we visit, my mother's apartment is always clean and the bathroom is always clean. Very high marks for cleanliness. Some of the staff is a bit friendlier than others, but they are all great with the residents. The care could be improved for the higher ...
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Manor on the Hill in Leominster, MA

5.0
We don't have any complaints about the building/staff/services. Our experience with Manor on the Hill has been wonderful. They worked with us in the beginning and reassured us this will be her "forever home" We didn't think we'd be able to afford assisted living, but everything worked out for ...
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Southgate at Shrewsbury

5.0
I would recommend Southgate to anyone who asks. My aunt moved to their assisted living over a year ago. The staff are very compassionate and treat her like family. They have a new outdoor patio area to garden and they hold barbeques almost weekly throughout the summer. There is something for her ...
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Franklin County review score based on 336 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 336 reviews of 87 Franklin County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Franklin County review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Franklin County review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Franklin County, MA87 facilities
7.9
Greenfield, MA8 facilities
8.6
Amherst, MA151 facilities

Review subcategories for Franklin County assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 336 reviews of 87 Franklin County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Franklin County resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Franklin County, MA averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
4.2
Care services
3.7
3.8
Staff
4.0
4.0
Meals & dining
3.7
3.7
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.7
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Franklin County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Franklin County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Franklin County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Franklin County assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Franklin County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
41.4%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
23%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60.9%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.6%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.5%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Franklin County assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Franklin County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Franklin County, MANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.3%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.7%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.4%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.6%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Franklin County assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Franklin County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Franklin County, MANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.6%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
52.9%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
48.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Franklin County assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Franklin County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Franklin County, MANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
47.1%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.2%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
39.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Franklin County assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Franklin County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Franklin County, MANational
Activity director
Activity director
59.8%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.2%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.5%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.8%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
32.2%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Franklin County

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Massachusetts assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Franklin County protect seniors.
Learn about Massachusetts assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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