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Types of care available in Dracut, MA
Independent Living
I have been here since [date removed]. Every day I feel loved by the staff. I have notes because I can't member names and that embarrasses me. The food is better than I can prepare myself. This is a great place to be.
Staff is really nice. They look out for my mother. Like if she misses a meal, they check in on her. Oh the appt transportation is a pain. It's only available 2 days a week half day. Have to get approval ahead of time. And the they drive you but do not assist into building. When it's a large medical bldg this is difficult for someone in a wheelchair.
The whole place has a very friendly atmosphere. SLC offers a lot of programs that are open to people who live in the surrounding community, so the residents feel like they are still part of the community. The food is very good. I would recommend Scandinavian Living Center to others.
1827 Bridge St, Dracut, MA 01826
Extremely clean and well-kept. Assisted living has significantly more activity options than memory care, even though there are individuals in memory care who would benefit/enjoy same activities. Red flag -...
Giving Tree Senior Living is a family-owned and operated Assisted Living Community located in Dracut, Massachusetts. We are established to serve older adults who still want to maintain a home-like environment as they age in place in an environment where their needs for dignity, privacy,...
20 Summer Street, Chelmsford, MA 01824
They were very good to my fathers and me at Summer Place. The food was good and the place was clean and the people were kind.
Summer Place provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. History comes alive at Summer Place. Located in the heart of Chelmsford, the town square dates back to the 1600's and we're just ten minutes from Walden Pond. Beyond heritage, you'll enjoy the convenience of...
15 Stevens Street, Andover, MA 01810
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The attendants are caring and friendly. Being on a memory care unit there doesn't seem to be a lot of friend making. But I'm only there a couple of times a week. Maybe he's more engaged when I'm not...
For more than 18 years, Atria Marland Place has been the senior living provider of choice for Andover's wisest older adults. Building on this foundation of trust, they've recently completed a thoughtful, thorough renovation to expand and enhance their community — including the addition of Atria...
700 Chickering Road, North Andover, MA 01845
My sister would rate EVERY catagory a 5 plus. [name removed] (name removed]) absolutely LOVED it at Ashland Farm! The chef even fixed her special meals if she asked! [name removed] has muscular dystrophy...
Ashland Farm is the premier assisted living community in the Merrimack Valley offering traditional assisted living as well as the Harbor Program for the memory impaired. Ashland Farm provides residents with personalized service plans tailored to meet their unique needs. If you need help with...
197 Howe Street, Methuen, MA 01844
Mom moved in about a month ago & is settling in nicely & joined weekly Bingo !! Still a big adjustment, but she is VERY happy with her decision! She’s close by, making new friends and all the freedom she...
Enjoy your golden years to the fullest at the most thoughtfully designed senior apartments in Methuen. The Woods at Merrimack is a new senior living community that offers the very best of retirement living for active seniors in the beautiful Merrimack Valley.Located a short drive from the sights...
1624 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876
The welcome committee as well as the management make sure to get to know each new resident, and checks on his/her well-being regularly. All the staff are super-friendly and tries hard to accommodate each...
We believe that Heatherwood Gracious Retirement Living is so much more than walls and windows - it's a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It's where you always feel comfortable, safe, and secure. At Heatherwood, our management teams live...
242 Main Street, Salem, NH 03079
Everyone is amazing, patient and caring. That he is comfortable and able to remain there without another transition. What stuck out about this facility initially was the full nursing and medical staffing...
Surrounded by natural woodlands, Greystone Farm at Salem evokes the serenity of a bygone era. In the country kitchen sits a beautifully restored antique loom, brought here by its original owner, fully restored and now a reminder of a simpler time. Thoughtfully designed apartments and amenities...
199 Chelmsford St, Chelmsford, MA 01824
It's been a tough transition for my mom to move there, but it's a great place for her to be. Her family knows she's safe there and the people who work there take pride in their jobs. Mom has made some...
Chelmsford Crossings is an award winning community located in the Merrimack Valley with easy access to both Rte. 495 and Rte. 3. We are a full service assisted living residence designed with quality services as well as affordability in mind. We offer a full array of services in a home-like...
6 Sally Sweet's Way, Salem, NH 03079
Mom and Dad were hesitant to move from Florida- until the walked into Salem Residence. Mom immediately lit up and declared she could see herself living here. They moved in within the month. Everybody has...
The Residence at Salem Woods is proudly operated by LCB Senior Living. Since 1994, we have pioneered modern senior living communities throughout the Northeast, specializing in Independent (Retirement) Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Together, we serve the diverse needs of our residents...
44 Nashua Rd, North Billerica, MA 01862
The evening meals are a 1 and the value for cost is just overpriced. However, Kennedy Meadows is like family! They have a difficult time keeping go help. Money and hours are the problem...hey do not pay...
20 Charnstaffe Lane, Billerica, MA 01821
Didn't check out any others. Right from my visit to check it out I knew my dad would be happy there and it was the right place for him at the right time in his life. The place was great, the people...
Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsAssisted Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica CrossingsBenchmark Senior Living at Benchmark Senior Living at Billerica Crossings in Billerica, MA is an assisted living community choice for older adults who value their independence but need...
4 Gleason Street, Methuen, MA 01844
The staff was absolutely fantastic. We thought that Dad would really like it there, but he had a turn for the worse; when that happened though, the care team increased the level of care to match his needs,...
Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park offers local seniors service-enriched Assisted Living and a secure residential Compass Memory Support Neighborhood for those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Our community features gracious accommodations, numerous amenities, and expansive grounds...
4 Technology Drive, Chelmsford, MA 01863
So grateful to have found Freeman Lake. Mom is very well taken care of in memory care. She needs lots of care/ attention and it’s top notch. Food is excellent. I’m there almost every night and eat there too....
Home Sweet HomeLocated in the beautiful town of North Chelmsford, Massachusetts, our assisted living and memory care community is a place where you can thrive. Enjoy a full and active life knowing our care team is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you with anything you need. You...
3 Church Road, Windham, NH 03087
The staff is excellent, and the facility is well maintained. Windham has the feeling of a country inn rather than a big commercial assisted living facility. The grounds are very nice with plenty of outdoor...
Located in the heart of Windham village, but hidden from the hustle and bustle, you will find Windham Terrace. We provide a full complement of services and amenities. Residents can enjoy enriching social, cultural and educational activities. Windham Terrace is close to...
141 Elm Street, Andover, MA 01810
My loved one was here for a month or two and when I visited a couple of times, everything looked fine. It seemed clean and the staffing was good. I would definitely recommend Stone Hill at Andover to...
Stone Hill Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in picturesque Andover, MA is just off I-495 and minutes from the quaint shops and restaurants of historical downtown Andover. Stone Hill is proud to offer independent living, assisted living and a specialized program focusing on Alzheimer’s...
319 East Dunstable Road, Nashua, NH 03062
This facility is very well maintained. They do offer weekly housekeeping, but mom does her own because she likes to. They're great to work with. The apartments are large and less expensive than some other...
Langdon Place of Nashua is located in historic and scenic Nashua, New Hampshire, the only city to be voted 'The Best Place to Live' by Money magazine on two separate occasions. Our lovely city is quaint and welcoming with plenty of recreational, cultural and religious opportunities that our...
2000 Emerald Court, Tewksbury, MA 01876
My parents wanted to stay in their home town. Our experience is based on one other community. Bayberry was very pleasant and helpful in making our decision. They were able to step back when needed in order...
Welcome to a new way of life at Bayberry at Emerald Court. Nestled in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tewksbury, MA, Bayberry is an assisted living community ideally located just minutes from major shopping, entertainment and medical centers with easy access to I-93 and I-495. Bayberry offers...
10B Erlin Terrace, Tewksbury, MA 01876
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Everyone and everything was a great experience for my mother while she was there. On her last days of life, the staff were even more attentive. I would definitely recommend Blair House to others.
The Blaire House of Tewksbury is a 131-bed skilled nursing center. We are family owned and operated by the Essex Group Management Corp, servicing the health care needs of seniors for over 50 years. We specialize in Short and Long Term care, Rehab, Sub-acute care, and Alzheimer's Specialty care....
489 Prospect St., Methuen, MA 01844
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I just want to say thank you for all you had done for my sister. I’m so happy that she was finally content living at Grace Morgan House. You have created a wonderful, warm home for all your residents. Your...
The Grace Morgan House is a 25 Resident, independently owned and operated assisted living residence located in Methuen, Massachusetts. The size of the Grace Morgan House leads naturally to highly personalized relationships between staff, residents and families and individualized care at a...
21 Searles Road, Windham, NH 03087
I would like to thank the people at the Warde assisted living facility for providing my father with a home away from home while my family members who provide for his care were away. For the brief stay that...
Warde Assisted Living is an assisted living community located in Windham, NH. It is close to shopping centers, community social facilities and has health care center within the facility, allowing residents to maintain a healthy lifestyle in a home like setting. Residents receive three meals a...
199 Concord Road, Billerica, MA 01821
My mother has been so happy since she began living at Brightview Concord River. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. It’s been a wonderful experience all around.
One of our newest communities, Brightview Concord River is located in Billerica, Massachusetts. This beautiful new Brightview community brings together Assisted Living residences, personalized service and our award-winning Wellspring Village for Alzheimer's Care. This is Assisted Living and...
80 Lake Street, Nashua, NH 03060
The staff is excellent here at Aynsley Place. The LNAs are fabulous, the nurses are great, and they are all very attentive and very much aware of my loved one's needs. They are great at keeping me updated...
Conveniently located near the heart of downtown Nashua, New Hampshire, residents of Aynsley Place enjoy luxury living and unparalleled care. Our tastefully appointed and beautifully furnished assisted living center provides many of the personal care services desired with the added benefit of...
21 Broadway Rd, Dracut, MA 01826
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The staff has been very good. The food is pretty good. The price is very affordable. My loved one is very comfortable, pretty content and happy to be there. I picked this community because the location is...
The Arbors is unique in that it is a third-generation family owned and run business with a well-established work ethic and the drive to make a difference in people’s lives. Fairness is of the utmost importance for family, pricing, staffing and residents. They work hard to provide a quality...
1 River Place, Lowell, MA 01852
1 River Place, Lowell, MA 01852
The average cost of senior living in Dracut is 6,486 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Leominster, MA with an average of 5,766 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Dracut, a suburb of Boston, offers its residents easy access to many of the resources and services needed to meet daily needs, such as shopping centers, restaurants, and healthcare facilities. The city’s location amongst larger, neighboring cities, like Lowell, allow for many leisure and entertainment opportunities in the surrounding area as well as in Boston’s accessible downtown.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Dracut are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Dracut retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 was about $3,500 within the Dracut metropolitan area and $3,000 in the state of Massachusetts overall.
The total household expenses associated with living in Dracut are rated 22 points above the national average. Grocery and other essential costs are also rated above the average.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 | 128 | 127 | 125 | 118 | 122 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $106,343 per year | $48,268 per year | $84,084 per year | $36,549 per year | $49,835 per year | $4,425 per year | $1,296 per month |
The top hospitals that service Dracut include:
Dracut’s climate is classified as humid continental, experiencing long, cold winters and hot summers. The average humidity level is 68%, and humidity levels are often highest during September at about 74%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 24°F | 33°F | 14°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 72°F | 85°F | 60°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | 15.3% | 31,131 | 1,509 per square mile | 2.7 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <0.1% | 4.0% | 4.5% | 6.6% | 0.1% | 2.0% | 83.4% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Middlesex County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 66.3% | 28.2% | 5.5% |
Outdoor attractions in Dracut:
Dracut’s top entertainment destinations and shopping districts are
Transportation
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority provides bus transportation to Dracut residents Monday through Friday. Taxis, and rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, are also available in Dracut.
Carriage Hill Assisted Living, Atria Longmeadow Place and Brookmeadow at Blue Hills are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dracut, Massachusetts. See full list of communities.
There are 44 independent living facilities near Dracut, Massachusetts. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dracut, Massachusetts are Summer Place and The Residence at Freeman Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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