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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 44 independent living facilities in Dracut, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Nashua, Nashua or Lowell.
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.
100 Princeton Blvd, Lowell, MA 01851
1085 Varnum Avenue, Lowell, MA 01850
222 Pelham St, Methuen, MA 01844
222 Pelham St, Methuen, MA 01844
198 Middlesex Rd, Tyngsboro, MA 01879
198 Middlesex Rd, Tyngsboro, MA 01879
23 Hawley Street, Lawrence, MA 01843
Loved these apartments and location is great. Proximity to me is excellent. Wish there were 2 bathroom options.
The brand new Sacred Heart Apartments include 44 affordable one and two bedroom rental apartments. In order to qualify, at least one member of the household must be 55 years of age or older. Sacred Heart Apartments is a pet-friendly and entirely Smoke-Free Community. This restoration of three...
203 Lowell Rd, Hudson, NH 03051
1624 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876
1624 Main Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876
150 Berkeley St, Lawrence, MA 01841
80 Andover St., Andover, MA 01810
80 Andover St., Andover, MA 01810
55 Kent Ln, Nashua, NH 03062
The Huntington at Nashua is a gorgeous, suburban Life Plan Community for active, independent adults aged 62 and better featuring modern apartments and bright, open-concept cottage homes, all situated on 55 acres of rolling, tree-lined ridges. Formerly known as a Continuing Care Retirement...
10 Allds St, Nashua, NH 03060
Hunt Community is a Life Plan Community for active, healthy people aged 62 and better, located on 16 neatly landscaped acres near downtown Nashua. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, the charming campus features many newly renovated floor plans to suit varying lifestyles. With a...
22 1/2 Hunt Str, Nashua, NH 03060
The Villas are one level homes that define independent living in your terms. Each graciously appointed private Villa offers more than 1,00 square feet of planned living space, surrounded by lushly landscaped walled gardens and patios. The amenities include: Breathtaking living room, with gas...
575 Osgood St, North Andover, MA 01845
My mom's in daycare there, and I could not be happier - and I'm very, very picky when it comes to Mom! The staff is awesome, the facility is beautiful, and the director is amazing and sooooooooooooo accommodating. THANK YOU SO MUCH for all you do f...
575 Osgood St, North Andover, MA 01845
50 E Pearl St, Nashua, NH 03060
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.
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