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135 North Ave
Weston, MA 02493
Located at 135 North Ave, Sunrise of Weston is a senior community in Weston, Massachusetts. The neighboring area has a medium-density population, with around 12,000 individuals living in the 02493 zip code. It is a predominantly upper class ...
99 Norumbega Rd
Weston, MA 02493
Located at 99 Norumbega Rd Apt 142, Maplewood at Weston is a senior community in Weston, Massachusetts. The community is in a primarily upper class area, with a median family income of $147,946. It has a medium-density population, ...
Lasell House is a 44 bed senior care facility. It is located at 120 Seminary Ave in Auburndale, Massachusetts. With about 9,000 individuals living in the zip code of 02466, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
88 Lexington St Ste 1
Waltham, MA 02452
Located at 88 Lexington St Ste 1, Saint Mary Apartments is a senior community in Waltham, Massachusetts. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with roughly 15,000 individuals living in the zip code of 02452. With an average ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
Maristhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located at 66 Newton St in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is a 123 unit nursing home facility. With a median family income of $59,067, the community is in a mostly middle income area. ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
21 Newton St
Waltham, MA 02453
Leland Home is a senior housing facility located at 21 Newton St in Waltham, Massachusetts. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 30,000 people residing in the 02453 zip code. It is a predominantly middle income area, ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
704 Beaver St
Waltham, MA 02452
Dorothy Frances Home is located at 704 Beaver St in Waltham, Massachusetts. It is a 7 room senior housing community. The community is in a primarily middle income area, with a median household income of $67,088. With ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
Located at 27 Washington St, Waterstone at Wellesley is a senior housing facility serving Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. The surrounding area has an average population density, with around 17,000 poeple living in the zip code of 02481. With a ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
23 Washington St
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Located at 23 Washington St, Epoch Assisted Living at Waterstone is a senior care community in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. With an average household income of $173,681, the facility is in a predominantly upscale area. It has a medium-density ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
2300 Washington St
Newton Lower Falls, MA 02462
The Falls at Cordingly Dam is a senior care community located at 2300 Washington St Apt 102 in Newton Lower Falls, Massachusetts. The encompassing area has a sparse population, with around 3,000 individuals living in the 02462 zip code. ...
2 miles away from Weston, MA
70 Walnut St
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Somerset Retirement Home (Closed) is a senior care facility located at 70 Walnut St in Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts. The community is in a largely upper class area, with an average per-family income of $173,681. With roughly 17,000 individuals ...
3 miles away from Weston, MA
206 Waltham St
West Newton, MA 02465
Located close to the Brighton neighborhood, Scandinavian Living Center is a senior housing community in West Newton, Massachusetts. With an average family income of $110,531, the facility is in a primarily upscale area. It has an average population ...
3 miles away from Weston, MA
Sunrise of Arlington is a senior care facility situated close to the Brighton area of Newtonville, Massachusetts. The community is in a generally upper class area, with an average per-family income of $107,495. With around 10,000 people residing ...
3 miles away from Weston, MA
Benchmark Senior Living at Waltham Crossings is a senior housing community located at 126 Smith St in Waltham, Massachusetts. With a median household income of $78,675, the facility is in a largely affluent area. It has an average ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Stone Rehabilitation & Senior Living is located at 277 Elliot St in Newton Upper Falls, Massachusetts. It is an 82 bed nursing home facility. It is surrounded by churches, retail shopping, medical facilities, and other local ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Situated around the Brighton neighborhood, Evans Park at Newton Corner is a senior housing facility serving Newton, Massachusetts. The community is in a predominantly wealthier area, with a median per-household income of $90,740. It has an average population ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Belmont Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is situated near the Strawberry Hill area of Belmont, Massachusetts. It is a 135 bed skilled nursing facility. The community is in a mostly wealthier area, with an average household income of ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Meadow Green Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 123 bed nursing home facility. It is located at 45 Woburn St in Waltham, Massachusetts. With an average household income of $59,067, the facility is in a generally middle income ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
20 Summer St
Watertown, MA 02472
The Residence at Watertown Square is a senior housing community situated near the Strawberry Hill area of Watertown, Massachusetts. The facility is in a largely middle class area, with an average household income of $74,968. With roughly 33,000 ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Newton Wellesley Center For Alzheimer's Care is located at 694 Worcester Rd in Wellesley, Massachusetts. It is a 110 unit senior community. Located nearby are retail shopping, churches, medical services, and other local conveniences. They ...
4 miles away from Weston, MA
Located on the edge of metropolitan Boston, Weston is a historic community with lots of parks and open spaces. The city sees relatively extreme temperatures, with hot summers and cold winters. Weston is home to 12,124 people and has a vibrant senior community that makes up 21% of its total population. Seniors living here can take advantage of close access to Boston, which has a range of world-class hospitals and health care providers. The area also has several parks, forests and freshwater lakes for active seniors who like to spend time outdoors.
There are approximately 20 assisted living facilities in Weston. These facilities share an average cost of $6,100 per month, which is more expensive than state and national averages. Fortunately, Weston seniors can take advantage of a few benefits and tax exemptions to help cut costs.
SeniorScores consider over 100 factors to rank how comfortable an area is for older adults. Weston has a SeniorScore of 90, which is significantly higher than the statewide average of 77 and the national score of 72. The city's highest score of 94 was in the Health & Safety category, followed by a score of 89 in Recreation & Leisure. Weston's lowest score of 66 was in the General Quality of Life metric, despite its excellent water and air quality.
There are very high numbers of fire stations, home health care providers and Medicare-registered physicians in Weston, contributing to its exceptional Health & Safety score. Weston provides access to 39 hospitals, including the top three highest-rated hospitals in the entire state. The city also has very low property and violent crime rates.
Weston has a wide variety of entertainment and leisure options for its high senior population. The city has 17 malls and 29 parks, including the Minute Man National Historical Park and Cochituate State Park. There are 174 golf courses in the area, including the upscale Woodland Golf Club and the Leo J. Martin Memorial Golf Course. When it comes to Finances, Weston has relatively low sales taxes but a high overall cost of living.
The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.
As a suburb of Boston, Weston likely shares the larger city's average assisted living costs of $6,100 per month. According to the Genworth 2020 Cost of Care Survey, this is only $15 more expensive than the state median of $6,085. However, assisted living in Weston is significantly more expensive than the U.S. average of $4,300.
Weston has some of the highest assisted living prices in the state. Only coastal Barnstable Town is more expensive at $6,338 per month. Costs are much lower in Pittsfield, where seniors pay around $5,789 per month for assisted living. Central city Worcester has the lowest costs in the state at $5,488 per month, which is $612 less than what seniors pay in Weston. In Springfield, seniors can expect to pay $5,750 per month for assisted living care. Costs are similar in neighboring Connecticut, where state capital Hartford averages $5,753. Assisted living is costlier in New Haven, where seniors pay around $6,445 per month. Bridgeport is significantly more expensive, with an average monthly price of $7,838, which is $1,738 per month more expensive than in Weston.
Springwell Springwell, the local Area Agency on Aging, provides social services designed especially for local seniors. Here, seniors can get help assessing their care needs, finding long-term care placement and accessing insurance and financial aid. This agency's Long-Term Care Ombudsman protects seniors in assisted living facilities from abuse and neglect, while its Friendly Visitor program connects isolated adults with companions. It also runs a volunteer-based financial management program to help older adults plan budgets and pay bills. 307 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 205, Waltham, MA 02452 (617) 926-4100 |
MetroWest Legal Services This nonprofit legal aid organization serves low-income adults throughout Weston and the surrounding area. Its Senior Citizen's Legal Project offers help for those aged 60 and older with financial issues, health care and insurance access, housing matters and cases of elder abuse. Seniors can also get self-help information and resources from free legal clinics. 63 Fountain Street, Suite 304, Framingham MA, 01702 1 (800) 696-1501 |
Weston Council on Aging The City of Weston offers several programs of use to older adults, including emergency financial aid programs and volunteer opportunities. Transportation programs include a discount taxi voucher initiative and free rides to medical appointments. At the city's community center, seniors can participate in fitness classes, cultural activities and holiday celebrations. 20 Alphabet Lane, Ground Floor, Weston, MA 02493 (781) 786-6280 |
Lowell Vet Center At the Lowell Vet Center, service members can apply for federal benefits and assistance programs, including pensions and life insurance. Veterans can also get referrals to the VA health care system, which offers pharmaceutical and laboratory services, as well as mental health care. Some programs offer help paying for health care and housing. 10 George Street, Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 453-1151 |
Weston Senior Activities Center This senior center offers a robust calendar of events designed to help older adults stay healthy and social. Activities include crafting classes, educational presentations and games. Seniors can also take part in a variety of low-impact exercise classes, including yoga and Pilates. This senior center also offers free tax preparation services, scam awareness resources and safe driving courses. 20 Alphabet Lane, Weston, MA 02493 (781) 786-6280 |
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